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Hagerstown council proclaims Haitian Heritage Month
Summary
Councilwoman Anderson read a proclamation honoring Haitian Heritage Month and highlighted Haitian Flag Day (May 18), community contributions, and cultural resilience.
Councilwoman Anderson read a proclamation at the start of the work session recognizing Haitian Heritage Month and thanking the mayor and council for the opportunity to share the community’s history. She referenced Haitian Flag Day (May 18) and described the Haitian greeting "zot" (as transcribed) as meaning "strong to the bone," emphasizing resilience and cultural pride.
"Tonight, we honor Haitian heritage and the many contributions of the Haitian families in our community," Councilwoman Anderson said while presenting the proclamation. The council thanked her following the reading.
The proclamation was honorary; no formal vote or budgetary action was connected to the item in the transcript.
