HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-080-3185 Haitian Flag DayRESOLUTION NO. 2017 -80 -3185
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE 3RD ANNUAL
HAITIAN FLAG DAY EVENT ON MAY 18, 2017; AUTHORIZING
AN EXPENDITURE OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00)
FROM THE SPECIAL EVENT ACCOUNT FOR THIS PURPOSE;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in honor of Haitian Flag Day, Vice Mayor Ighodaro is hosting the
Third Annual Haitian Flag Day event, May 18, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., to
honor those who have contributed greatly to the community, and
WHEREAS, the event is coinciding with Haitian Flag Day, which was created
May 18, 1803, and
WHEREAS, May 18th is observed as the creation of the Haitian flag in a town
outside of Port-au- Prince called Arcahaie, and
WHEREAS, in commemoration Haitians celebrate May 181h as a major national
holiday to observe the ideals of unity, patriotism and freedom, and
WHEREAS, Haiti was the first Black republic in the World and the first country in
the Western Hemisphere to abolish slavery completely, and
WHEREAS, every year in the United States, Haitians around the country gather
in recognition of this rich tradition to honor their heritage and legacy by wearing or
waving the Haitian flag, and celebrating with music, dancing, speeches, food, and
parades, and
WHEREAS, Haitian Flag Day is important to Haitians all around the world
including the Diaspora and in South Florida, and
WHEREAS, Haitian Flag Day will be commemorated with a celebration in Miami
Gardens, on May 18, 2017, at the City Hall Municipal Complex Courtyard, and
WHEREAS, Vice Mayor Ighodaro is recommending that the City Council
supports May 18, 2017, as "Haitian Flag Day ",
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS: The foregoing Whereas
paragraphs are hereby ratified and confirmed as being true, and the same are hereby
made a specific part of this Resolution.
Section 2: AUTHORIZATION: The City Council of the City of Miami Gardens
hereby supports the 31d Annual Haitian Flag Day Event on May 18, 2017 and authorizes
an expenditure of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) from the Special Event Account
for this purpose.
Section 3: EFFECTIVE DATE: This Resolution shall take effect immediately
upon its final passage.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS AT ITS REGULAR MEETING HELD ON APRIL 26, 2017.
OLIVEIR GILBERT, III, MAYOR
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PREPARED BY: SONJA KNIGHTON DICKENS, CITY ATTORNEY
SPONSORED BY: VICE MAYOR ERHABOR IGHODARO, Ph.D.
Resolution No. 2017 -80 -3185
Moved by:
Sevonded by:
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Mayor Oliver Gilbert, III
Vice Mayor Erhabor Ighodaro, Ph.D.
Councilwoman Lisa C. Davis
Councilman Rodney Harris
Councilwoman Lillie Q. Odom
Councilwoman Felicia Robinson
Councilman David Williams Jr
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Council Meeting Date:
April 26, 2017
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Short Title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE 3RD ANNUAL HAITIAN FLAG
DAY EVENT ON MAY 18, 2017; AUTHORIZING AN EXPENDITURE OF
ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) FROM THE SPECIAL EVENT
ACCOUNT FOR THIS PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Staff Summary:
Vice Mayor Erhabor Ighodaro continues to recognize the important role Haitian Americans have played
and the positive contributions they make to our country and our community. In honor of Haitian Flag
18605 NW 27 Avenue
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
Day, Vice Mayor Ighodaro is hosting the Third Annual Haitian Flag Day event, May 18, 2017, from 11:00
a.m. to 2:00 p.m., to honor those who have contributed greatly to the community.
The event is coinciding with Haitian Flag Day, which was created May 18, 1803. Haiti was the first Black
republic in the World and the first country in the Western Hemisphere to abolish slavery completely.
May 18th is observed as the creation of the Haitian flag in a town outside of Port-au- Prince called
Arcahaie. In commemoration Haitians celebrate May 18th as a major national holiday to observe the
ideals of unity, patriotism and freedom.
The flag was sewn by Catherin Flon who was directed to use the colors of red and blue as stripes with a
palm tree surrounded by the Phrygian cap of liberty, trophies as wells as a banner that is inscribed with
the words 'Through Unity There is Strength ".
Every year in the United States Haitians around the country gather in recognition of this rich tradition to
honor their heritage and legacy by wearing or waving the Haitian flag. Celebrations include music,
dancing, speeches, food, and parades. Haitian Flag Day is important to Haitians all around the world
including the diaspora and in south Florida.
Fiscal Impact
After the allocation of this event, Vice Mayor's special event account will have $1,000 available balance.
Proposed Action:
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council approves the resolution as a tribute, learning and celebrating
the generations of Haitian Americans, as well as Miami Gardens' Haitian residents and employees who
have positively influenced and enriched our nation and community. Haitian Flag Day will be
commemorated with a celebration in Miami Gardens, May 18, 2017, at the City Hall Municipal Complex
Courtyard.
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