HomeMy Public PortalAbout2020.02.27 Proclamation - Idaho Day 2020 - Idaho the Beautiful City of McCall
Idaho Day 2020 - Idaho the Beautiful
PROCLAMATION
Whereas, during its 2014 Session, the Legislature established an official IDAHO DAY to be observed each
year on March 4th to commemorate the creation of Idaho by President Abraham Lincoln on that day in
1863;and
Whereas, on July 3, 1890 President Benjamin Harrison signed an act of Congress establishing Idaho as a
state; and
Whereas, over the past 130 years, the State of Idaho has brought great pride to our citizens and nation;
and
Whereas, decades before national suffrage, Idaho became the fourth state in the country to give women
the vote and 2020 marks the centennial year of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote; and
Whereas, Idaho Day 2020 honors Inspiring Idaho Women;and
Whereas, Idaho is known for its rich soil, vast and fruitful land, and the beautiful mountains that are
replete with opportunity, strong family values, and an inimitable spirit of independence and self-reliance;
and
Whereas, Idahoans are proud of their history and demonstrate their continued spirit and perseverance;
and it is important for all Idahoans to take time to reflect on their roots and their history;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we the Mayor and City Council of McCall, Valley County,
Idaho do hereby proclaim March 4,2020 to be the celebration of
IDAHO DAY
AND ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO CELEBRATE THIS GREAT STATE THAT WE ALL CALL HOME.
,, eCrI 40A�i�� IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand
�•� 04 1.f�'y� at the City of McCall in Idaho on this 27 day of February
S r, q in the year of 2020.
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