HomeMy Public PortalAboutAB 21-057 Idaho Day ProclamationMcCALL CITY COUNCIL 216 East Park Street
AGENDA BILL McCall, Idaho 83638
Number AB 21-057
Meeting Date February 25, 2021
AGENDA ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT:
Request to Proclaim March 4, 2021 as Celebration of Idaho Day in the City of McCall
Department Approvals
Initials
Originator
or
Supporter
Mayor / Council
City Manager
Clerk
Originator
Treasurer
Community Development
Police Department
Public Works
Golf Course
COST IMPACT:
Parks and Recreation
FUNDING SOURCE:
Airport
Library
TIMELINE:
Information Systems
Grant Coordinator
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
In 2014, the Idaho Legislature established an official Idaho Day to be observed each year with a proclamation from the governor and programs at the State Capitol, as well as events and
activities in communities statewide. Idaho Day was established as March 4th to commemorate the creation of the Idaho Territory by President Abraham Lincoln on that day in 1863. This
year, 2021, marks 100 Years of the People’s House! On January 3, 1921, the newly completed Capitol building was dedicated to the people of the Gem State. 6,000 visitors explored their
new “Capitol of Light.” Designed by architects John E. Tourtellotte and Charles F. Hummel, Idaho’s statehouse was envisioned as an inspiring symbol and house of government. The Idaho
Historical Society has arranged a virtual Historical Happy Hour on March 4th at 6:00 p.m. and inviting the public to join them for a rare opportunity to learn how 100 years of history
shape the Capitol we see today! You can go to their website https://history.idaho.gov/idaho-day/ to register and ask questions in advance.
Idaho Day inspires many Idahoans across the Gem State to celebrate Idaho and its history, along with all that is special about their own community or part of the State. Idaho Day is
an opportunity to showcase the Gem State’s treasured past, thriving present, and unlimited future. Spearheaded by the Idaho Historical Society, Idaho Day is enjoyed throughout the state
by schools and universities, state agencies, and other organizations.
Events at the McCall City Library include Idaho Day themed activities for the after-school program and a “Take and Make” kit people can pick up to do an Idaho-history based fun learning
craft activity at home. Still to be determined is a virtual component or small incentive for anyone who checks out an item from the Idaho Room. The proclamation is attached.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Proclaim March 4, 2021 as the celebration of Idaho Day in the City of McCall and authorize the Mayor to sign the proclamation.
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