Title
Special Recognition - Proclamation Recognizing Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Proclaim September 15 to October 15, 2025 as Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month.
Report
Issue:
Whether to proclaim September 15 to October 15, 2025 as Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month.
Staff Contact:
Olivia Salazar de Breaux, Culture and Belonging Manager, Parks, Arts and Recreation Department, 360.753.8343
Presenter(s):
Miguel Pineda, CEO, Lula Fest LLC
Representatives from the Washington State Latino Leadership Network
Background and Analysis:
Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month is an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the culture, heritage and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities to our country, our state, and our city. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the United States spanning September 15 through October 15.
Olympia has a long history of celebrating and supporting the diversity of all its community members and visitors; this includes cultivating diverse representation in City-sponsored events, spaces and activities. On September 23, 2023, the City of Olympia partnered with Miguel Pineda, Ultimano Comms+ to host the first annual Lula Fest. This year the City of Olympia is pleased to sponsor the third annual Lula Fest, to be held on September 27, 2025 from 1 pm to 8 pm in downtown Olympia. The event is hosted by Lula Fest LLC, the Washington State Latino Leadership Network, and the Olympia Film Society. It celebrates Hispanic and Latinx culture and heritage, grounded by the vision "Ser audaces al celebrar el pasado cultural, para construir un futuro mejor / Be bold in celebrating the cultural past, in order to build a better future." The City, its employees, elected officials, community members, and visitors are invited and welcomed to attend.
Climate Analysis:
No impacts to any of the climate mitigation sectors.
Equity Analysi...
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