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To Recognize September 15th Through October 15th as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Columbus - Honoring the Contributions of Hispanics in the City of Columbus.
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WHEREAS, September 15th through October 15th has been declared Hispanic Heritage Month - honoring the role that Hispanics have and continue to play, in the economic, cultural and social development of our Nation; and
WHEREAS, the Bureau of the Census estimates the Hispanic population living in the continental United States at over 57,000,000, plus an additional 3,500,000 living in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, making Hispanic Americans almost 18 percent of the total population of the United States and the largest racial or ethnic minority group in the United States; and
WHEREAS, by 2060, the Latino population in the United States is projected to grow to 119,000,000, and the Latino population will comprise more than 28 percent of the total United States population; and
WHEREAS, Hispanics make up a significant portion of the labor force - working as elected officials, CEOs, small business owners, entrepreneurs and homemakers; they also provide leadership, guidance and support - values which strengthen our economy; and
WHEREAS, Hispanics in Columbus are represented in almost every profession - they’ve established themselves as unique leaders, exceptional role models and they have the distinction of being known as wise business owners, who create jobs, pay living wages while positively impacting local communities and neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic business owners, despite the many risks and personal sacrifices they encounter, are inspirations to their families, employees and community - they are role models whose success stories can be learned from and emulated; and
WHEREAS, this Council does hereby express its grateful appreciation for the many accomplishments and contributions made by Hispanics in this community; moreover this Council encourages each resident to learn...
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