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May 2, 2005
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
WHEREAS, the fabric and foundation of King County is enriched by the diverse cultural palette and unique traditions of individuals and groups who shape the beautiful mosaic of our neighborhoods, the greater King County region, and our entire nation; and...

May 2, 2005
Older Americans Month
WHEREAS, older Americans are treasured members of the King County region who share their invaluable experience, knowledge and leadership skills with younger generations; and...

May 2, 2005
Mental Health Month
WHEREAS, mental health disorders and mental health problems affect people of all ages, backgrounds, and at all stages of life; and...

Feb. 1, 2005
Black History Month
WHEREAS, much of King County's honor, strength and stature can be attributed to the diversity of cultures and traditions that are celebrated by the residents of this great region; and...

Jan. 13, 2005
King County to dedicate courthouse lobby public art
As the lobby renovation of the King County Courthouse nears completion King County will dedicate a new piece of public art at a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration in the courthouse tomorrow.

Jan. 5, 2005
King County's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. annual celebration
On Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005, King County will host its annual celebration honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King. This free event will be held at the 5th Avenue Theatre, in downtown Seattle, from noon to 1 p.m. All King County employees and the public are invited to attend the 18th Annual King County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, "The Struggle Continues."

Nov. 1, 2003
Native American Heritage Month
King County Executive proclaims the month of November 2003 as Native American Heritage Month in King County and encourages all residents to join him in celebrating and honoring the history and accomplishments of our native and indigenous community members and their ancestors and to take this opportunity to learn more about our country’s first peoples.

Sept. 2, 2003
Latino-Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation
King County Executive Ron Sims proclaims the month of September 2003 as Latino-Hispanic Heritage Month in King County and encourages all residents to join him in celebrating the immeasurable contributions of Latino-Hispanic Americans in our region by participating in the many activities and events planned for this most special of occasions.

June 2, 2003
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month proclamation
King County Executive Ron Sims proclaims the month of June 2003 as Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month in King County.

May 1, 2003
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month proclamation
King County Executive Ron Sims proclaims May 2003 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in King County.

Feb. 3, 2003
Black History Month proclamation
King County Executive Ron Sims proclaims February 2003 as Black History Month in King County.

Jan. 30, 2003
Metro kicks off 30th anniversary with special event at MOHAI
Thirty years ago, the countywide bus system known as Metro Transit was just toddling along with an assortment of buses operated by employees blended from two agencies. But those employees had some big dreams, and today the award-winning agency is poised to celebrate three decades of growing success as it kicks off its 30th Anniversary year.

Nov. 26, 2002
Unique gates unveiled for East Lake Sammamish Interim Trail
King County Executive Ron Sims today unveiled specially designed gates that will be installed in late 2003 or early 2004 along the East Lake Sammamish Interim Trail from which users and area residents alike will benefit.

Nov. 15, 2002
16th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
This January, King County will hold its 16th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. While King County government is facing tough financial times, it does not make our desire to work towards Dr. King's dream any less urgent. This celebration provides us with the opportunity to come together as colleagues and as a community to recognize the gaps and work to bridge them on a person to person basis.

Nov. 6, 2002
Native American Heritage Month in King County
King County Executive Ron Sim proclaimed the month of November 2002 to be Native American Heritage Month. Executive Sims encourages all residents to join him in celebrating and honoring the history and accomplishments of our native and indigenous community members and their ancestors and to take this opportunity to learn more about our country's first peoples.

Sept. 19, 2002
Latino-Hispanic Heritage Month
Executive Sims proclaims September 2002 as Latino-Hispanic Heritage Month in King County and encourages all residents to join him in celebrating the immeasurable contributions of Latino-Hispanic Americans in our region by participating in the many activities and events planned for this most special of occasions.

Aug. 28, 2002
Sims, Edmonds support new ways to preserve arts and heritage resources outside county government
Citing yet another example of how King County is doing business differently, King County Executive Ron Sims and Councilmember Carolyn Edmonds today announced an initiative to transform the County's Office of Cultural Resources to a quasi-independent Cultural Development Authority (CDA).

July 18, 2002
King County's Sesquicentennial
Message to employees. On Dec. 22, 2002, King County will celebrate its 150th Anniversary — the Sesquicentennial — of the creation of our County. I would like to encourage all employees and residents of King County to learn about the history of their local government as we face a challenging future.

May 24, 2002
Annual heritage awards program starts countdown for King County’s 150th anniversary
Media advisory. Although the big day is still more than six months away, King County can’t wait to celebrate its 150th birthday.

Aug. 17, 2001
Sims recommends cultural education grants
King County Executive Ron Sims today recommended funding for 81 cultural education projects in school districts throughout the County.

Aug. 15, 2001
Sims announces grants to local cultural organizations
King County Executive Ron Sims recently awarded over $95,000 to 35 cultural organizations, through the King County Landmarks and Heritage Commission's Sustained Support Program.

July 31, 2000
Cultural education grants recommended
King County Executive Ron Sims today recommended 82 cultural education projects in school districts throughout the county for funding in 2000-2001.

May 1, 2000
May 2000 recognition and proclamation
The month of May is recognized as Older Americans Month in King County and proclaimed Asian Pacific American Heritage Month by King County Executive Ron Sims.

Jan. 18, 2000
King County Arts Commission recognizes first Executive Director Yankee Johnson
Yankee Johnson, the first Executive Director of the King County Arts Commission from 1972 to 1980, died early Tuesday morning, Jan. 11, 2000, from pneumonia.

Jan. 10, 2000
King County to hold 13th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Celebration
King County will host its 13th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, Bridging Cultures - Celebrating Differences. The public is invited to the event, which will take place Thursday, Jan. 13th at the Fifth Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Avenue, in downtown Seattle.

Jan. 3, 2000
Celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The annual celebration of the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is a time for all of us to reflect upon how far we have come in the past year and to prepare for the challenges that will face us in the New Millennium.

Sept. 28, 1999
Landmarks and Cultural Education project funding recommendations issued
King County Executive Ron Sims has announced 1999-2000 Landmarks and Cultural Education project funding recommendations, including over $250,000 to support 46 projects throughout King County which preserve and celebrate the County's rich history and heritage.

Sept. 8, 1999
King County recommends Special Arts Projects
King County Executive Ron Sims today announced he is proposing $540,000 be allocated for 129 arts projects as recommended by the County's Arts Commission.

July 8, 1999
Kingdome honors artwork to be relocated
As the Public Stadium Authority and First and Goal, Inc. prepare to demolish the Kingdome to make way for the new stadium, King County's Office of Cultural Resources is also preparing to re-site master artwork previously displayed at the Dome to new public locations.

May 21, 1999
Sims recommends cultural education program grants
King County Executive Ron Sims today recommended funding for 62 arts programs in all of the County's 19 public school districts for a total of $418,532 that will increase opportunities for youth to receive arts education at school.

April 27, 1999
Jim Kelly named to head Office of Cultural Resources
King County Executive Ron Sims today announced the appointment of Jim Kelly as Manager of the County's Office of Cultural Resources.

April 6, 1998
King County proclaims George Tsutakawa Day
King County Executive Ron Sims has proclaimed Monday, April 6, 1998 as George Tsutakawa Day, celebrating the life and work of the master artist who died last December.

April 1, 1998
Sims recommends funding 65 cultural facilities
King County Executive Ron Sims has recommended investing $2.1 million to help fund 65 cultural facilities projects in 1998.

Sept. 15, 1997
120 Special Arts and Heritage projects across the county awarded $497,000
King County will support 120 special arts and heritage projects across the region in 1997 and 1998, King County Executive Ron Sims announced today.

July 8, 1997
Sims recommends arts & culture awards for 100 County schools
King County Executive Ron Sims today announced the largest number of arts and heritage programs ever recommended by the county's Cultural Education Program, for projects in more than 100 public schools throughout King County.

Updated: May 14, 2005

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