05-14-01 Council Meeting Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING MAY 14, 2001 WHEREAS, the states of Oklahoma and Texas have made " Juneteenth" state holidays whereby the message that human rights must never again become subservient to property rights and that all people are created equal; and WHEREAS, the City of South Bend, Indiana, believes that all people should have the opportunity to have an effective voice for the social and economic advancements of all of its residents so that a stronger community will continue to grow and prosper as we walk together on "Freedom's Road ". NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS: Section I. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, hereby publicly recognizes JUNETEENTH as a day of celebration in our community. Section II. The Council encourages all of the residents of the City of South Bend, Indiana, and other community members of nearby communities to participate in the "2"d Annual Juneteenth Weekend Celebration" to be held on the 22nd day of June from noon to 8:00 p.m.; June 23rd from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, June 24th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at LaSalle Park, which is located at 3419 West Washington Street. We ask that people come to j oin us in the many activities focusing on youth, family focus and inspiration as we celebrate "Continuing on Freedom's Road ". Section III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /James Aranowski, First District s /Andrew Ujdak, Sixth District s /Charlotte Pfeifer, Second District s /Sean Coleman, At Large s /Roland Kelly, Third District s /Al "Buddy" Kirsits, At Large s/Karl King, Fourth District s/Karen L. White, At Large s /David Varner, Fifth District s/Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand Council Attorney ATTEST: s /Loretta J. Duda, City Clerk s /Stephen J. Luecke, Mayor Council President Charlotte Pfeifer made the presentation for the Resolution which she read in its entirety. President Pfeifer invited members of the Juneteenth Committee that were present to join her to accept this Resolution. One of the Juneteenth Committee members, no name or address given, noted that it is a pleasure to know that South Bend is the first city in Indiana to address Juneteenth. He noted that many states have adopted Juneteenth as a state law and it is a holiday in Texas and in Oklahoma and residents do not work on that day. He further noted that it is important that Juneteenth is being recognized in the City of South Bend. A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time. There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this Resolution, Councilmember Coleman made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember White seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by acclamation. RESOLVE INTO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE At 7:07 p.m. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Chairman Ujdak presiding.