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Res 25-87 RESOLUTION NO. 25-87 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE ROOTS CULTURAL FESTIVAL, INC., IN THEIR EFFORTS TO SPONSOR THE TENTH ANNUAL "ROOTS CULTURAL FESTIVAL" IN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA. WHEREAS, the Roots Cultural Festival, Inc., is sponsoring the tenth annual "Roots Cultural Festival" on July 23 through August 9, 1987, 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, an old fashioned spelling bee, oratorical contest, promote physical fitness, tennis tournament, swim meet, promote cultural enrichment and appreciation, displays, presentations will feature graphic arts, creative dance, creative drama for children and adults, poetry, fashion show and music; and, WHEREAS, the highlight of the festival will be a "Heritage Parade" and the All Day Festival at Pompey Park, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Delray Beach hereby supports the Roots Cultural Festival, Inc., in their efforts to sponsor the tenth annual "Roots Cultural Festival" in the City of Delray Beach. PASSED AND ADOPTED in regular session on this the 14th day of July, 1987. MAYOR ATTEST: