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IDAHO'S JOURNEY, AMERICA'S LEGACY
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-
A RESOLUTION OF CITY OF CHUBBUCK,
BANNOCK COUNTY, IDAHO
A Resolution Supporting the America 250 In Idaho Commemoration and the United States
Semiquincentennial.
WHEREAS, the year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of
Independence; and
WHEREAS, Governor Brad Little proclaimed the establishment of the America250 in Idaho
Commemoration in July 2024 to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration
of this momentous occasion, and honor and recognize the contributions of Idaho's residents to
the nation's past, present, and future; and
WHEREAS, the Idaho State Historical Society, under the leadership of Director Janet L. Gallimore, with
the leadership of key state agencies, established the America250 in Idaho Task Force to
execute a robust and impactful commemoration and support the role that history plays in public
discourse, community engagement, education, tourism, and scholarship in Idaho; and
WHEREAS, America250 in Idaho Task Force aims to engage Idahoans across all 44 counties and 201
municipalities through legacy projects between 2024 and 2026; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and desirable that we commemorate the birth of the nation with the support of
partners and stakeholders across the Gem State, America250 in Idaho will advance the ideals
of the American Revolution - equality, liberty, and justice — through meaningful community
engagement and recognize, appreciate, and commemorate Idaho's journey in America's legacy;
and
WHEREAS, City of Chubbuck, founded in 1949 has contributed proudly and significantly to the history
of our nation and our state for more than 76 years; and
WHEREAS, the MAYOR and CITY COUNCIL of the City of Chubbuck thus encourage its citizens to
create and participate in programs that will commemorate the history of our city, our state, and
our nation; and
WHEREAS, preserving, studying, and enjoying state history strengthens communities and builds bonds
between Idahoans as we work together toward the goals of justice and equality embedded in
the United States Constitution.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Chubbuck hereby endorses the America250 in
Idaho Commemoration and its vision to celebrate American history and the invaluable contributions of
Idahoans to our region, nation, and world.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that:
1. The City Council commemorates the 250' anniversary of the establishment of the United States as
an independent nation.
2. The City Council authorizes the appointment of an individual or committee to oversee local projects
and efforts to support this commemoration that will promote the maximum involvement of our residents,
neighborhoods, businesses, schools, civic organizations, and institutions in the commemorations.
3. The City Council further urges all its residents to reflect upon the significance of this event and the
role that our State and its people have played in the history and development of our nation and to
participate in this important commemoration, endeavoring to include the stories of all those whose lives
are part of the history of what we now know as Idaho, and understanding that the revolution continues
today as we uphold the revolutionary ideals articulated in our founding documents.
4. That a copy of this resolution be sent to the America250 in Idaho Task Force.
ADOPTED this XXX day of XXXX, 2026.
Rodney T. Burch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Joey Bowers, City Clerk
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