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3792 <br />r <br />CABARRUS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br />PROCLAMATION <br />WHEREAS, Black History /African- American History Month is the observance of a special <br />period to recognize the achievements and contributions of African - Americans to our county, <br />state, and nation; and <br />WHEREAS, this observance presents the special opportunity to become more <br />knowledgeable about black heritage, and to honor the many black leaders who have played a <br />part in the progress of our county; and <br />WHEREAS, such knowledge can strengthen the insight of all our citizens regarding the <br />issues of human rights, the great strides that have been made in the crusade to eliminate the <br />barriers of equality for minority groups, and the continuing struggle against racial <br />discrimination and poverty; <br />WHEREAS, as a result of their determination, hard work, intelligence, and perseverance, <br />African - Americans have achieved exceptional success in all aspects of society including <br />business, education, politics, science, athletics, and the arts; and <br />NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Commissioners for Cabarrus <br />County, North Carolina, do hereby proclaim February 2016 as Black History /African- American <br />History Month and encourage all citizens to participate in the educational and celebratory <br />events honoring the contributions and accomplishments of African - Americans. <br />Adopted this the 19 day of January, 2016. <br />Stephen M. Morris, Chairman <br />Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners <br />Attachment number 1 \n <br />C -1 Page 16 <br />