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Kalamazoo County board adopts Martin Luther King Jr. proclamation
Summary
The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners read and adopted a proclamation honoring the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., calling for continued pursuit of equity and the dismantling of systemic barriers. The proclamation was adopted by voice vote.
The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners read a proclamation recognizing the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and urging work toward equity and dismantling systemic barriers.
A commissioner read the proclamation aloud, citing King’s commitment to nonviolent protest, voting rights, desegregation and economic justice and referencing Congress’ designation of the third Monday in January as a federal holiday. The board adopted the proclamation by voice vote after a motion was made and supported by members present.
The proclamation encourages residents to work toward a community in which all people have the opportunity to reach their potential and affirms the county’s commitment to those values.
