Res 44-89 RESOLUTION NO. 44-89
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE
ROOTS CULTURAL FESTIVAL, INC. IN THEIR
EFFORTS TO SPONSOR THE TWELFTH ANNUAL "ROOTS
CULTURAL FESTIVAL" IN THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA.
WHEREAS, the Roots Cultural Festival, Inc. is sponso~2
ing the twelfth annual "Roots Cultural Festival" on July 23
through August 13, 1989, in the City of Delray Beach; and,
WHEREAS, this festival is an attempt to present to the
community, state and nation a view of the rich cultural heritage
of the people of African ancestry in our City; and,
WHEREAS, this idea was conceived by Jefferson Manor
Homes Association in an attempt to bring people together to
develop pride, respect and appreciation for their community as
well as their particular heritage which they bring to the City;
and,
WHEREAS, the festival will provide an opportunity for
exciting experiences for local people and tourists reminiscent of
the Bahamas, the West Indies, Haiti and other countries of
African ancestry and will also provide a wholesome outlet for
involving the young people in the community in constructive
activities; and,
WHEREAS, last year's festival received a tremendous
response from residents all over South Florida, the Bahamas and
the West Indies; and,
WHEREAS, the activities of the festival are to promote
academic excellence among our youth, in the form of a spelling
bee, an essay, math, and oratorical contest; to promote physical
fitness through golf, tennis, bowling and basketball tournaments;
to promote cultural enrichment and appreciation through exhibits,
creative dance and dramatic presentations, poetry, jazz and
fashions; and,
WHEREAS, the highlight of the festival will be "The
Marketplace at Roots" which will focus on visual and performing
arts, ~eramics and jewelry, presented by South Florida artists in
a festive setting,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Commission of the City of
Delray Beach hereby supports the Roots Cultural Festival, Inc. in
their efforts to sponsor the twelfth annual "Roots Cultural
Festival" in the City of Delray Beach, Florida.
PASSED AND ADOPTED in special session on this the 18th
day of July, 1989.
ATTEST
City Clerk