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PROCLAMATION <br />WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was bom on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, <br />Georgia, and devoted his life to fighting poverty, injustice and racism in America; and <br />WHEREAS, Dr. King, through his practice of non-violent protest, promoted the <br />importance of love, peace and freedom for humankind and challenged America to honor <br />its promise of liberty and justice for all citizens; and <br />WHEREAS, during his lifetime, Dr. King sought to forge the common ground on <br />which individuals of all ages, races and backgrounds could join together to address <br />important community issues and provide service to their community; and <br />WHEREAS, the third Monday in January has been established as a national <br />holiday to observe the anniversary of Dr. King's birth and commemorated as a national <br />day of service, that offers an opportunity for Americans to give back to their communities <br />on the holiday and make an ongoing commitment to service throughout the year; and <br />NOW THEREFORE, the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners hereby <br />proclaims Monday, January 21, 2019 as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Cabanus <br />County and encourages all citizens to join in the special programs and ceremonies to be <br />held throughout the county honoring the life and work of Dr. King and his legacy of peace <br />and equality for all citizens. <br />Adopted this the 17th day of December, 2018. <br />Stephen M. Morris, Chairman <br />Board of Commissioners <br />Attest: <br />Lauren Linker, Clerk to the Board <br />Page 38 <br />