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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPrsntatn - Ixptapa-Zihuatanejo Sister Cities AssocWhereas, it is the mission of the Palm Desert Sister Cities Foundation "To advance the Sister Cities International principles of citizen diplomacy and global cooperation through the use of community resources and implementation of programs and exchanges that promote culture and economic development to enrich the citizenry of Palm Desert and her Sister Cities"; and Whereas, in 2003, the Palm Desert City Council formally declared the City of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Mexico, to be a Sister City of Palm Desert, California. The City of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Mexico, also declared the City of Palm Desert, California to be its Sister City; and Whereas, the citizens of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo and Palm Desert will always be made welcome in each other's respective communities, which in turn will foster a harmonious understanding of the cultures of these two cities and of the countries where they are located; and Whereas, the Cities of Palm Desert and Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo have undertaken various programs and endeavors to promote global understanding and cooperation in accordance with the principles of the Sister Cities program, first articulated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower; and Whereas, it is recognized that in the true spirit of Sister Cities, these programs, endeavors, and exchanges foster a greater appreciation and understanding of our respective communities and cultures, while enriching the lives of residents. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the City of Palm Desert acknowledges and appreciates the support and effort of the Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Sister Cities Association and residents of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo to advance the Sister City affiliation with Palm Desert. The City of Palm Desert reaffirms its Sister City relationship with Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo and welcomes continued collaboration and CITV COUNCILA I fO both of our communities. APPROVED RECEIVED MEETING DATE AYES. NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: VERIFIED BY: R_,nie r Original on File with City Clerk's Office VENIED OTIIER i'r 6,7- bq toioelorn -1inr� In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and have mused the Official Seal of the City of Palm Desert, ralifornia, to be affixed this 24th day of January, 2013.