2000/05/09 City Council Resolution (11)RESOLUTION NO. 2000-96
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
In Honor of our Sister City, Hashimoto, and
Proclaiming
MAY 5t" as CHILDREN'S DAY in Rohnert Park
WHEREAS, Hashimoto City in Japan, Sister City to the City of Rohnert Park, did duly
send this May the Koinobori; and
WHEREAS, the City of Rohnert Park did receive and accept the above - mentioned
symbol with explanation of its meaning as a gift from its Sister City; and
WHEREAS, this Koinobori, with its beautiful symbology, is flown during the month of
May outside the homes and in gardens, both public and private throughout Japan; and
WHEREAS, its beauty and majesty are considered a seasonal poem for children all over
Japan, offering encouragement with the colorful Carp flowing in the wind symbolizing strength
and perseverance; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED and KNOWN by the City Council of the
City of Rohnert Park that it does hereby honor the custom, tradition, and cultural exchange of our
most honorable Sister City, Hashimoto, by adopting their Festival for the Children in Rohnert
Park.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Rohnert Park agrees to proudly fly the
Koinobori during the Month of May in the traditional manner of our Sister City, Hashimoto, and
that it does hereby proclaim May 5th as Children's Day,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park that it
does pledge its cooperation in the hope of promoting the exchange of culture and education.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED SP day of May, 200C
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