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WELCOMING WEEK September 10-19, 2021
= Whereas,Tigard's Community Promise to Equity,Environment,Economy,Engagement
and Excellence is built upon the ideals of just and fair inclusion,participation,involvement
and fostering trusting relationships that allow all to prosper and;
Whereas,Welcoming Week affirms the importance of creating strong community
connections that support a welcoming and inclusive community for immigrants,refugees,
` - and long-time residents;and
Whereas,Tigard's desire to create a diverse,equitable and inclusive community is
enriched by strengthening connections between new and existing residents and city
leaders in order to foster a sense of belonging and making sure that all persons feel
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Whereas,new residents make up a vital part of our community and bring robust growth i
and prosperity—bringing fresh perspectives and new ideas,starting businesses,and
contributing to the vibrant diversity that we all value;and
Whereas,all new Tigardians are worthy of a sense of belonging to our community;a
feeling fostered by peers,neighbors,and local governmental entities through positive
interactions and equitable access;and
Whereas,during Welcoming Week,we honor the spirit of unity which brings people
together across Tigard,greater Washington County and Oregon;and
Whereas,we invite Tigard residents to reaffirm and renew the commitment to the core
American value of providing opportunity for all who seek it regardless of immigration
status,race,ethnicity,place of origin,English language proficiency,religion,income,
gender,sexual orientation,differing abilities or age so that we enhance Tigard's health,
economic prosperity,and community well-being for current and future generations;and
Whereas,regardless of where we are born or what we look like,we are united in our
efforts to build a prosperous,more inclusive community where every resident has the
opportunity to contribute their best.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the City of Tigard City Council does hereby
proclaim,September 10-19,2021 as,
WELCOMING WEEK
in Tigard,Oregon and encourage all residents to make our community a more welcoming
place for new and long-term residents alike,
Dated this 1441'day of September 2021
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City
of Tigard to be affixed
Jason B.Snider,Mayor
City of Tigard
Attest,
Carol Krager,City Record
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