HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-11 Recognizing and Relaunching Vail's Global Friendship Exchange with Yamanouchi Machi, Nagano, JapanrowN of va' �iLC7
Proclamation No. 11, Series of 2023
RECOGNIZING AND RELAUNCHING VAIL'S GLOBAL FRIENDSHIP EXCHANGE
WITH YAMANOUCHI MACHI, NAGANO, JAPAN
WHEREAS, the town council entered into a Global Friendship Exchange agreement with Yamanouchi
Mach!, Nagano, Japan on the 25th of January, 2018 to encourage bilateral cooperation, to intensify
common efforts, and to exchange experiences and the execution of common activities that contribute
to the development of both cities.
WHEREAS, the Exchange celebrates diversity and promotes cultural understanding, tolerance,
empathy, and appreciation for diverse global perspectives.
WHEREAS, the Exchange encourages reciprocal visits to build relationships and share best practices,
innovation and technology approaches while encouraging cultural awareness and mutual
understanding.
WHEREAS, since March 2020 and due to the COVID 19 pandemic, the Exchange has been limited
due to the pandemic and related travel restrictions for both cities.
WHEREAS, the Exchange partners desire to relaunch the relationship with a visit of a Yamanouchi
Mach! delegation to Vail from October 16 — 20, 2023
WHEREAS, the Exchange Partners wish to expand and strengthen the relationship to promote the
sharing of ideas, innovation and technology on topics of mutual interest including year-round economic
development and tourism, environmental sustainability, climate change mitigation and adaptation,
public health and safety, cultural heritage protection, workforce housing, and transportation systems.
WHEREAS, the Global Friendship Exchange program can help citizens develop a sense of belonging
to a global community, encouraging a broader perspective and a sense of responsibility toward global
issues, while celebrating the unique qualities of each partner's cultures and traditions.
WHEREAS, Students from the cities in the Global Friendship program may have opportunities for
exchange programs to learn about educational systems, languages, and cultures.
WHEREAS, Cultural exchanges in the arts, music, and sports can help foster creativity, inspire talent,
and promote healthy lifestyles, leading to appreciation of a richer cultural landscape in the cities in the
Global Friendship program.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Vail Town Council do hereby proclaim October 17, 2023 the
official relaunch of Vail's Global Friendship Exchange with Yamanouchi Machi, Nagano, Japan.
Dated this 17"' day of October 2023.
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