HomeMy WebLinkAboutR20-013 Proclaiming One Book One Valley, A Valley-Wide Community Read 2020 Commissioner moved adoption
of the following Resolution: ,
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE,STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO. 2020 - 017
RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING ONE BOOK ONE VALLEY,A VALLEY-WIDE
COMMUNITY READ 2020
WHEREAS,Community Read programs have united and uplifted hundreds of cities and
principalities throughout the United States of America; and,
WHEREAS,the book"I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sanchez
(poet, novelist, and essayist) was published in 2017 and is now available in paperback, Spanish,
eBook& eAudiobook formats. This book is a thought-provoking coming-of-age story about
identity, family, poverty, and secrets, featuring a strong female protagonist, a plot packed with
mystery, and a humorous voice that addresses stereotypes and defies expectations; and,
WHEREAS,this Eagle Valley Community Read will feature book talks & classroom
discussions, and special related events such as a Millennial Loteria Night& a Frida Kahlo
Portrait event hosted by the partnering organizations and a special Guest Appearance by the
author; and,
WHEREAS,the Vail Public Library, in collaboration with the Bookworm of Edwards,
Colorado Mountain College, Battle Mountain High School, Eagle Valley High School and Vail
Mountain School have resolved to bring this valley-wide Community Read program to the
citizens of Eagle County; and,
WHEREAS, the One Book One Valley initiative will encourage literacy and shared
enjoyment of reading throughout Eagle County,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO:
THAT,the Board of Commissioners (the "Board") do hereby promote the One Book One Valley
initiative and officially announce and promote the novel"I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican
Daughter"to all Eagle County residents for their enjoyment and the enjoyment of all.
THAT, the Board hereby finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is necessary
for the public health, safety and welfare of the residents of the County of Eagle, State of
Colorado.
MOVED, READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the
County of Eagle, State of Colorado, at its regular meeting held the day of (.,40711-4.0^.-t—,1-4
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having been called,the vote was as follows:
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This resolution passed by A vote of the Board of County Commissioners of
the County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
