Res 33-86 RESOLUTION NO. 33-86
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 NINTH ANNUAL "ROOTS
CULTURAL FESTIVAL" IN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA.
WHEREAS, the Roots Cultural Festival, Inc., is sponsoring the
ninth annual "Roots Cultural Festival" on July 24 through August 10,
1986, 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 ninth annual "Roots Cultural Festival" in the City of Delray
Beach.
PASSED AND ADOPTED in regular session on this the 24th day of
June, 1986.
M A Y O R
ATTEST:
City Clerk