2020-1727 RESOLUTION NO. 2020-1727
A resolution proclaiming January 20, 2020 as
"Martin Luther King Jr. Day" in the City of Janesville.
WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., altered the trajectory of the United States forever through his
leadership, service, and clarity of vision; and
WHEREAS, in the brief time Dr. King walked upon this earth, he devoted his life to strengthening the content of
the American character and called on this Nation to live up to its founding principles of life, liberty, and the
pursuit of happiness for all its citizens; and
WHEREAS, through his determination, spirit, and resolve, Dr. King helped lift souls and lead one of the
greatest movements for equality and freedom in history; and
WHEREAS, the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. King teaches us that equality requires both the absence of
oppression and economic opportunity; and
WHEREAS, Dr. King's life will always shine as a light for those without hope and as an example to be
emulated by all who care about their fellow human beings, regardless of race, religion, class, or nationality; and
WHEREAS, as we observe Dr. King's birthday, the City of Janesville encourages all community members to
celebrate his memory by performing acts of kindness through service to others.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COMMON COUNCIL of the City of Janesville recognize
January 20, 2020 as "Martin Luther King Jr. Day", and encourage the residents of the City to celebrate and
honor Dr. King's legacy and remember the profound impact his life and message had on the civil rights
movement and this democratic nation.
ADOPTED: January 13, 2020 Motion by: Williams
Second by: Conley
APPROVED: Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
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Conley ley X
Mark A. eitag, City Manager - Farrell X
Gruber X
ATTE Marklein X
Williams X
Wolfe X
David T. Godek, City Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Wald Klimczyk, City Attorney
Proposed by: Council President
Prepared by: City Manager's Office