HomeMy WebLinkAbout00-018WHEREAS. "The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR)
initiated February as American History Month. Its main objectives are historical, educational and
patriotic; and
WHEREAS, the Society was incorporated June ~, 1891, and in 1896 was chartered by
Congress to which it reports annually through the Smithsonian Institution; and
WHEREAS, more than 700,000 members have joined the NSDAR since its founding.
There are chapters in all 50 states, District of Columbia, Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, France
and Mexico; and
WHEREAS, American history certificates and medals are awarded each year to children in
the fifth through eighth grades. "The topic for this year's contest and celebration is "An Obituary for
George Washington"' in observance of the 200-year anniversary of his death.
NOW, TI~IEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Butte County Board c)f Supervisors
recognizes February as American History Month.
PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the Butte County Board of Supervisors this 8`'' day of
February 2000 by the following vote:
AYES: Supervisors Beeler, Houx, Josiassen, Davis and Chair Dolan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
NOT VOTING: None ~
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JA E DOLvAN, Chair
Boa d of Supervisors
ATTEST:
JOHN S. BLACKLOCK, Chief Administrative Officer
and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Deputy ~'
RESOLUTION RECO(UNIZING FEBRUARY
AS AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH