Common Ground Sister City Proclamation
Proclamation
Whereas: The communities of South Berwick, Maine and Tuskegee, Alabama are both
justifiably proud of their contributions to American history and culture,
and
justifiably proud of their contributions to American history and culture,
and
Whereas: Both of our communities are rich in cultural resources including music, literature and the arts, and
Whereas: Both of our communities seek to create mutual respect, understanding and cooperation between our citizens through exchanges and the sharing of our histories and culture,
and
and
Whereas: Citizen groups in both communities have formed to further and bring to fruition this
Sister Community relationship.
Sister Community relationship.
Now, Therefore, the Town Council of South Berwick, Maine proclaims its desire and intention to join with the city of Tuskegee, Alabama in supporting the efforts of citizens to engage in activities to foster a Sister Community relationship that will be the basis of exchanges and programs to foster our respective understanding and friendship.
Approved and signed this day 25 of April, 2017
Russ Abell
Chair South Berwick Town Council