WHEREAS, The City of Fargo recognizes the value of simple acts of kindness performed without prompting or reason and how such acts can positively impact the performer, the recipient and onlooker of the good deed; and
WHEREAS, People of any age can participate in “Random Acts of Kindness” any time, any place and for the unselfish purpose of spreading goodwill; and
WHEREAS, By providing “Random Acts of Kindness” and reaching out to one another, regardless of social or economic status, education, gender, origin, religious belief, age, lifestyle or abilities, we extend an opportunity for grace, dignity and acceptance that might not otherwise be offered; and
WHEREAS, A universal commitment to perform acts of kindness every day could change the world; and
WHEREAS, 11-year old Bella Garcia encourages awareness of kindness and service to all humans and animals. To make a difference, Bella sells treats and raises funds to benefit the less fortunate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That I, Dr. Timothy J. Mahoney, Mayor of the City of Fargo, North Dakota do hereby proclaim February 15, 2024 as
SPREAD KINDNESS LIKE SPRINKLES DAY
in the City of Fargo and call upon all citizens to embrace kindness and service through intention and action.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of The City of Fargo, North Dakota to be affixed this 15th day of February, 2024.
Dr. Timothy J. Mahoney
Mayor
Fargo, North Dakota