HR1382 95TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to congratulate the organizers and participants of the Fiesta Salsa celebration in Elgin on the occasion of the celebration's 10th anniversary; and

WHEREAS, The first Fiesta Salsa was held on September 25, 1999 at the Civic Center Plaza in downtown Elgin in conjunction with the long-running Hispanic Heritage Parade, which was formerly known as Fiesta Patrias; the original organizers of Fiesta Salsa included members from the Hispanic Heritage Parade Committee, the Downtown Neighborhood Association, Elgin Community College, and the City of Elgin; and

WHEREAS, The goals of Fiesta Salsa is to unite the diverse peoples of Elgin, bridge cultural differences, educate the Elgin community about the unique Hispanic cultures, and celebrate the diversity that makes Elgin a great place to live; and

WHEREAS, Fiesta Salsa is held annually on a Saturday during Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15, and has featured many events over the years, including Salsa Making, Salsa Dancing and Jalapeņo Eating contests, programs for children, cultural entertainment, and ethnic food vendors; and

WHEREAS, Fiesta Salsa would not be possible without the extraordinary efforts of hundreds of volunteers led by the Hispanic Heritage Coalition, who work countless hours to make the event a success; their efforts continue to make a significant difference for the people of Elgin; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the organizers and participants of Fiesta Salsa in Elgin on the occasion of its 10th anniversary and wish them continued success and happiness in the future; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Hispanic Heritage Coalition as a symbol of our esteem and respect.