Whereas,
Irish Heritage and Cultural Appreciation Month recognizes the significant contributions Irish Americans have made to the betterment of the Greater Harrisburg Region; and

Whereas,
The courage and determination of people of Irish descent who emigrated to the United States and other countries is a success story of considerable merit, and involves every aspect of the American diaspora, from fueling our industries to making the ultimate sacrifice on our Nation’s battlefields around the globe; and

Whereas,
Every March, the Irish community and their many supporters celebrate the patron saint of Ireland and the nation’s rich heritage in a month-long series of events and activities, the most popular and well-known of which is the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade; and

Whereas,
Appropriately and accordingly, the many contributions of those of Irish descent to the building of our nation are herein lauded and recognized, with our special appreciation extended to those of Irish ancestry who live in the Greater Harrisburg Region; now, therefore be it hereby designated and

Proclaimed
That the Month of March, 2008, be declared: