RESOLUTION NO. 260366
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Sponsor: Councilmember Crispin Rea
RESOLUTION - Recognizing the Historic West Bottoms Association for its work and dedication to the historic area, and in celebration of more than a decade of activities and events drawing attention to the Kansas City Region and attracting visitors to the West Bottoms.
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WHEREAS, the area known as the West Bottoms significantly contributes to the historic makeup and character of Kansas City and serves as a commercial-industrial district connecting the communities of the greater Kansas City metropolitan area; and
WHEREAS the history and development of the West Bottoms is truly unique and began with trading among Native Americans and the French in the early 19th century, and because of its central location has been catalytic to the growth and development of the entire bi-state region; and
WHEREAS, the Historic West Bottoms Association has partnered with many organizations and businesses for over 75 events since Heritage Days began in 2015; and
WHEREAS, the Historic West Bottoms Association, originally known as the Central Industrial District Association, is celebrating more than 100 years serving the district and Kansas City; and
WHEREAS, the Historic West Bottoms Association continues to partner with organizations like PortKC, Kissick Construction, Bridging the Gap, Girls on the Run, the Kansas City Public Library, Taste of Asian American Pacific Islands, Halal Food Festival, Copa de Calle Street Soccer, Strawberry Swing, the Livestock Exchange Building, Ox Cafe and Bakery, the Latino Arts Foundation, the Wilbur Niewald Plein Air painting event,, Incline on 9th, Fuego, the Rock Island Bridge, the Kansas City Barbeque Society and the Neighborhood Tourism Development Fund to host, promote and coordinate West Bottoms Heritage Days 2026; and
WHEREAS, this annual celebration will highlight the progress and potential of the West Bottoms as an evolving residential neighborhood, historic commercial-industrial district and entertainment destination; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council hereby recognize the Historic West Bottoms Association for its work and dedication to the historic area and region and celebrate 10 years of activities and events; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to the Historic West Bottoms Association with the appreciation of the Mayor and Council for its dedication to our community.
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