HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2000-4765, by Representatives Veloria, Santos, Tokuda, Cody, Thomas, Barlean, Fortunato, Talcott, Kagi and Wensman

       WHEREAS, It is the policy of the Washington State Legislature to recognize contributions of groups who reflect the standards of excellence that enhance the well-being and quality of life of the citizens of the State of Washington; and

       WHEREAS, It is also the policy of the Washington State Legislature to honor the contribution of such groups; and

       WHEREAS, The Filipino Youth Activities created the Khordobah Drill Team in Seattle in 1959 to demonstrate the talent of Washington's Filipino children through the beautiful splendor of their dance and marching routines; and

       WHEREAS, The drill team performed in an outstanding manner and earned their first trophy in the Junior Seafair Parade in 1959; and

       WHEREAS, The drill team has received several awards in the State of Washington including the Sweepstakes Trophy for the West Seattle Hiyu Parade in 1961 and Olympia Capitol Lakefair Drill Team Competition in 1962; and

       WHEREAS, The drill team has performed throughout the United States and in Canada including tours to California, Alaska, Hawaii, the east coast of the United States, and Vancouver, British Columbia; and

       WHEREAS, In 1962 the Khordobah Drill Team performed as part of the Honor Guard for President John F. Kennedy; and

       WHEREAS, The drill team started a most beautiful ceremonial show, "Incorporation of the Jhabandah," in 1965, which has been a pleasure for viewers throughout the years; and

       WHEREAS, The community has recognized the numerous contributions of the Khordobah Drill Team throughout the years by asking the team to perform at the 1989 Goodwill Games in Seattle and awarding the Asian Counseling and Referral Service Community Service Award in 1993;

       NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the State of Washington congratulate the Khordobah Drill Team on their 40th anniversary and salute the team for their invaluable service to the community and the state through the last forty years.

       I hereby certify this to be a true and correct copy of

       Resolution 4765 adopted by the House of Representatives

                         February 24, 2000.

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Timothy A. Martin, Co-Chief Clerk    Cynthia Zehnder, Co-Chief Clerk