Recognizing and honoring the Puerto Rican Day Parade on the occasion of its 60th Anniversary, within Philadelphia's Puerto Rican and Latino Community.

Recognizing and honoring the Puerto Rican Day Parade on the occasion of its 60th Anniversary, within Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican and Latino Community. WHEREAS, The Council of Spanish Speaking Organizations, Inc., known as “Concilio,” is the oldest Latino organization in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and remains dedicated to serving the economic, social, and political needs of the Latino Community; and WHEREAS, The Puerto Rican Day Parade is organized by the Council of Spanish Speaking Organizations of Philadelphia (Concilio), and is scheduled for Sunday, September 29th, 2024, along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. This year's theme, "Alza tu Bandera," aims to inspire people to raise their flag and celebrate its significance. The parade is a cherished tradition celebrating the rich heritage, culture, and contributions of the Puerto Rican community; and WHEREAS, This event includes traditional art, music, and dance, and provides a unique opportunity for the Latino Community to honor and enjoy its rich and diverse culture; and WHEREAS, The festivities of Puerto Rican Festival Week are kicked off each year by the raising of the Puerto Rican flag at City Hall. The annual Awards Gala ceremony has become one of the most anticipated social events among Puerto Ricans in the region, and gathers together the area's Puerto Rican leaders, government figures, corporate executives, media personalities and heads of community-based organizations; and WHEREAS, Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican Day…