LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION memorializing Governor David A. Paterson to
proclaim July of 2009 as Peruvian History Month in the State of New York

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body, in keeping with its
time-honored traditions; to recognize and pay tribute to those organiza-
tions which foster ethnic pride and enhance the profile of cultural
diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of New York
State; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to recognize historical events
which exemplify the spirit and struggle of peoples throughout the world
to achieve independence and live in peace and freedom; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to memori-
alize Governor David A. Paterson to proclaim July of 2009 as Peruvian
History Month in the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Numerous community-based organizations have arranged a varie-
ty of events to be held throughout New York City in celebration of
Peru's Independence Day, some of which include: a Te-Deum Mass; the
Peruvian Cultural Festival; an official celebration of the Peruvian
Independence Day at Queens Borough Hall; a Gala Reception at the General
Consulate of Peru in New York, just to name a few; and
WHEREAS, Peruvian History Month affirms the culture, identity, and
self-esteem of the Peruvian and Latin American communities living in New
York State; it celebrates the rich heritage and exemplifies Peruvian and
Latin American history and tradition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor David A. Paterson to proclaim July of 2009 as Peru-
vian History Month in the State of New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Honorable David A. Paterson, Governor of the State of New
York; and the Queens representatives of the Peruvian-American community.