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RESOLUTION NO. 7839 A RESOLUTION of the City of Everett recognizing Native American Heritage Month 2022 WHEREAS, A.Each year, November 1, through November 30, the United States celebrates National Native American Heritage Month. B.Native American Heritage Month is an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Native Americans throughout the history of the United States and to our local community. C.It is also an opportunity to celebrate the vibrant cultures, traditions, stories, and triumphs. And to recognize the tragedies that need to be shared with future generations that impact us today. D.Native Americans speak and preserve indigenous languages, culture and religion that in the past have been forbidden and forcefully replaced with English, American culture and religion, using local boarding schools and other methods throughout the country. E.The City of Everett lies on the historic land of the sduhubš people and their successors, the Tulalip Tribes. F.Today, our city works toward showing respect to indigenous people and correcting stories and practices that erase or misrepresent their histories and cultures by having and using an official land acknowledgement, actively participating in partnerships and by sharing resources and educating the community, correcting false information. G.The City of Everett acknowledges the community and economic strength of the local tribes and deeply appreciates their contributions to the community, the state, the region, and the nation. H.The resilience of our tribal partners continues as advocates who lead the way in sustaining, protecting, and restoring ecosystems, natural resources and traditional stories and teachings; and bringing cultural awareness and good health to future generations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1.The City of Everett encourages all residents to seek opportunities to learn more about the histories and heritages of the Tulalip Tribes and other tribes across the United States. _________________________________________ Councilmember introducing resolution Judy Tuohy