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Agenda Item No. 4(C) CITY OF EL CERRITO PROCLAMATION Recognizing and Supporting October 2013 as National Arts and Humanities Month in El Cerrito WHEREAS, the month of October has been recognized as National Arts and Humanities Month across the country for more than two decades; and WHEREAS, the arts and humanities embody much of the accumulated wisdom, intellect, and imagination of humankind; and WHEREAS, the arts and humanities enhance and enrich the lives of every American; and the arts and humanities play a unique role in the lives of our families, our communities, and our country; and WHEREAS, the arts and humanities enhance and enrich the lives of every American; and WHEREAS, the arts and humanities contribute towards cross-cultural understanding, and enhance the quality of life; and WHEREAS, studies show that innovation and creativity are key components to a prosperous future California economy, and WHEREAS the Arts and Culture Commission works to encourage and promote arts programs and events and has created a poster and webpage of arts related events happening in El Cerrito in October. NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of El Cerrito hereby declares October 2013 as Arts and Humanities Month in the City of El Cerrito and encourages all members of the community to celebrate and promote the arts and culture in our nation and to encourage community members to participate, patronize and support the arts and humanities in El Cerrito. Dated: October 1, 2013 Gregory B. Lyman, Mayor