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Agenda Item - 4.a.


City of Garden Grove


INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM

To:Scott C. Stiles

From:Kim Huy
Dept.:City Manager 

Dept.: Community Services 
Subject:Adoption of a Proclamation recognizing January 13, 2017, as Korean American Day.  (Action Item)Date:1/10/2017

OBJECTIVE

For the City Council to adopt the Proclamation declaring January 13, 2017, as Korean American Day in Garden Grove.
BACKGROUND

Korean immigrants arrived in the United States initiating the first chapter of Korean immigration on January 13, 1903, and in 2005, the United States Congress passed resolutions recognizing Korean American contributions to the economic growth and vitality of the United States.  The Korean American community adds a rich and vibrant dimension to the diversity in Garden Grove.      

FINANCIAL IMPACT

There is no financial impact.
RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the City Council:

 

  • Adopt the attached Proclamation declaring January 13, 2017, as Korean American Day.



ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionUpload DateTypeFile Name
Proclamation1/5/2017Backup MaterialKorean_American_Day_Proclamation_1-10-17.pdf