Office of the Mayor
Proclamation
Lawrence, Kansas
WHEREAS: The City of Lawrence recognizes that cities that proactively welcome immigrants and take steps to ensure their successful integration will be strategically positioned as globally competitive, 21st century leaders; and
WHEREAS: The City of Lawrence is committed to building a welcoming and neighborly atmosphere in our community, where all people, including recent immigrants, are welcome, accepted, and integrated; and
WHEREAS: City efforts and policies that promote full access for all, including recent immigrants, are crucial to individual and community success; and
WHEREAS: Policies that negate opportunities for contributions to our community in the fullest capacity hinder Lawrence’s prosperity and compromises our commitment to the American values here stated; and
WHEREAS: Fostering a welcoming environment for all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity or place of origin, enhances Lawrence’s cultural fabric, economic growth, global competitiveness and overall prosperity for current and future generations;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City of Lawrence, Kansas, does hereby proclaim that the City of Lawrence, Kansas is a
Jeremy Farmer Mayor
July 28, 2015