LATE ADOPTED - JANUARY 24, 2006

Agenda Item No. 30

Introduced by Commissioner Debbie De Leon:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION HONORING CONSUL MIGUEL ANTONIO MEZA-ESTRADA

RESOLUTION #06-025

WHEREAS, Miguel Antonio Meza-Estrada, the Consul for Mexico representing the Michigan area will be leaving his position; and

WHEREAS, after four years of directing this diplomatic office, Miguel Antonio Meza-Estrada will return to Mexico to pursue personal interests, working with a Mexican Foundation to support public education’s best practices on writing and reading; and

WHEREAS, Consul Meza has been an outstanding representative of Mexico and helped to promote a better cultural understanding of the differences some Mexican immigrants face here in the states---especially in Michigan; and

WHEREAS, he and his office have also made a special effort to reach out to Michigan's Indigenous community and the Tribes, as well, his departure will definitely be a loss to Michigan.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Consul Miguel Antonio Meza-Estrada for his many contributions and for making a difference in the lives of the citizens of Ingham County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes him continued success in all of his future endeavors.

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Debbie De Leon