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Proclamation
Thanksgiving Day Proclamation
November 24, 2022
WHEREAS, Thanksgiving has been an important part of American tradition, originating to when the Pilgrims
and Wampanoags feasted during the"First Thanksgiving" in October of 1621;and,
WHEREAS,in 1789,George Washington called for an official"day of public thanksgiving and prayer", and;
WHEREAS,in 1863, Abraham Lincoln then called for this day to be a National Holiday observed each year on
the fourth Thursday of November in which families, friends, neighbors, and even strangers gather to reflect on what
they are thankful for; and,
WHEREAS,many have suffered greatly this year due to the lingering effects of COVID-19 including sickness,
job loss, food insecurity, overdose, and mental health distress, we also remember, in a special way, those in Mason
County and across our state and nation who are currently unhoused or are going without this holiday season; and,
WHEREAS, countless military service members, health care workers, first responders, 911 dispatchers, and
community service volunteers will spend Thanksgiving away from their families working to support the public's health,
safety, and well-being; and,
WHEREAS,Thanksgiving is a valuable opportunity to appreciate our families, friends, and loved ones, and to
take time to remember everything we are grateful for; and,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,that the Board of Mason County Commissioners hereby proclaims
November 24, 2022 a Day of Thanksgiving in Mason County, and wishes all residents a happy,healthy, and joy-filled
Thanksgiving.
Signed this day of November 22',2022.
J
Kevin Shu Sharon Trask, Randy eatherlin,
Chair Vice-Chair Commissioner