RESOLUTION 647
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING LISTOWEL, COUNTY KERRY, IRELAND AS A SISTER CITY TO THE CITY OF SHAWNEE, KANSAS.
WHEREAS, the City of Shawnee has joined with Sister Cities International it its commitment to the goal of enhancing global understanding between communities in the United States and communities in other countries; and
WHEREAS, it is felt that this affiliation has promoted a better understanding of other people and has brought about a meaningful exchange of knowledge, culture and friendship; and
WHEREAS, the City of Shawnee wishes to expand its involvement with the Sister City Program in a continuing effort to further global friendships:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SHAWNEE, KANSAS:
That the City of Shawnee, Kansas, hereby officially acknowledges its affiliation with Listowel, Ireland, as a sister city joining together to enhance mutual understanding and to share cultural heritages.
ADOPTED by the City Council this 8th day of July, 1985.
APPROVED AND SIGNED by the Mayor this 8th day of July, 1985.
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Thomas A. Soetaert, Mayor