Laserfiche WebLink
<br />My voice as a taxpayer and member of the community is valuable, and it's essential that my concerns about dignity, respect, and <br />cultural preservation are heard and addressed. By supporting OC Heritage Council events like the Juneteenth Celebration, I am <br />not only honoring the past but also shaping a more inclusive and vibrant future for the community. <br /> <br />Thank you for listening to our story and your commitment as a city to keeping this important tradition alive with passion and <br />dedication , and I hope that the Juneteenth Celebration continues to stay in the hands of the OC Heritage Council and there 45 <br />years in not only serving the community ,as well as saving our history and providing resources ,bringing joy and unity to all who <br />participate. <br />Post Body <br />I am writing in support of Orange County Heritage putting on Juneteenth in Centennial Park on Saturday June 15,2024. The rich <br />history and tradition of the Juneteenth Celebration in Centennial Regional Park organized by the Orange County Heritage <br />Council. (OCHC) founded the Juneteenth Celebration in Centennial Park in June 2021 as an African American community based <br />event in the long tradition of Freedom Day festivals since 1865 in Texas.This event holds great significance for me and our <br />community <br />My dedication to attending the festival with my family and friends, treating it like a family reunion, speaks to the sense of <br />community and connection that events like these can foster. It's heartwarming to see how this celebration has evolved over the <br />years, carrying on the spirit of unity and cultural pride. <br />My advocacy for the continuation of this event and the preservation of this community's traditions is commendable. It's important <br /> <br />for cultural events like Juneteenth to be upheld and celebrated, providing a space for communities to come together, honor their <br />heritage, and educate others about their history. <br />My voice as a taxpayer and member of the community is valuable, and it's essential that my concerns about dignity, respect, and <br />cultural preservation are heard and addressed. By supporting OC Heritage Council events like the Juneteenth Celebration, I am <br />not only honoring the past but also shaping a more inclusive and vibrant future for the community. <br />Thank you for listening to our story and your commitment as a city to keeping this important tradition alive with passion and <br />dedication , and I hope that the Juneteenth Celebration continues to stay in the hands of the OC Heritage Council and there 45 <br />years in not only serving the community ,as well as saving our history and providing resources ,bringing joy and unity to all who <br />participate. <br /> <br /> <br />30 <br /> <br />