13/04/2022
Mayor Mason Thompson for Bothell City Council Proclaiming Ramadan at City of Bothell Government.
Thanks, Mayor Mason Thompson
Thanks Deputy Mayor Rami Al-Kabra
Read Proclamation here,
http://www.bothellwa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04122022-831
Watch Video Minute 41:30
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eY_PAiWR9R8&t=2681s
Recognizing the Commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim Holy
Month of Fasting and Spiritual Renewal
WHEREAS, Bothell has a thriving Muslim community whose members contribute to our city as doctors, nurses, teachers, small business owners, volunteers, among others; and
WHEREAS, Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide, and is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar year; and
WHEREAS, Ramadan lasts 29 to 30 days based on the timing of the crescent moon; and
WHEREAS, Muslims around the world observe the month by fasting each day from the break of dawn to sunset; and
WHEREAS, the daily breaking of fast, called Iftar, at sunset is often celebrated by family and community gatherings; and
WHEREAS, one of the purposes of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is for Muslims to gain a better understanding of the plight faced by those who are less fortunate; and
WHEREAS, the end of Ramadan is commemorated by the Eid al-Fitr, which translates to the festival of breaking the fast,’ a joyous occasion marked by sharing sweets, gifts, and good tidings with family, friends, and neighbors; and
WHEREAS, the American Muslim community is among the most racially diverse faith groups in the United States; and
WHEREAS, an estimated one-third of enslaved Africans brought to the Americas, including the American colonies, later known as the United States of America, were Muslim and made innumerable contributions to the founding and construction of our Nation; and
WHEREAS, Ramadan reminds us that Islam has always been a part of America and Muslims have made extraordinary contributions to our country.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mason Thompson, Mayor of the City of Bothell, do hereby proclaim April
2nd to May 2nd 2022 as the MONTH OF RAMADAN and I affirm our City’s commitment to
ensuring that our City values remain welcoming and compassionate and that we pursue policies
that respect the dignity and rights of all people, regardless of race, religion, immigration status,
or country of origin, and urge the people of Bothell to join in celebrating the holy month of
Ramadan and taking this month to honor the Muslim community and reflect on the health and
the well-being of family, friends, and fellow residents.
Signed this 12th day of April, 20
