HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation - 29 year Old Sister City Relationship with Gisborne, New ZealandWhereas, it is the mission of Sister Cities International to, "Promote
peace through mutual respect, understanding, & cooperation — one individual,
one community at a time"; and
Whereas, on September 23, 1982, the Palm Desert City Council
formally declared the City of Gisborne, New Zealand, to be a Sister City of
Palm Desert, California. The City of Gisborne, New Zealand, also declared the
City of Palm Desert, California, to be its Sister City; and
Whereas, the citizens of Gisborne 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 Gisborne 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 Gisborne District
Council, the Gisborne Sister Cities Association, and the residents of Gisborne
to advance the Sister City affiliation with Palm Desert. The City of Palm Desert
reaffirms its Sister City relationship with Gisborne and welcomes continued
collaboration and success between both of our communities.
CITY COUNCIL ACTION
APPROVED DENIED
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MEETING DATE _22-12.6'/1
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In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand
and have caused the Official Seal of the Ci%of Palm
Desert, California, to be affixed this 29 day of
September, 2011.