WHEREAS, The City of Auburn 4th of July Festival is a longstanding community tradition; and

WHEREAS, The City of Auburn works hard to host an event that focuses on inclusion, patriotism, and fun; and

WHEREAS, The event takes advantage of Les Gove Park, a staple of the community since 1960; and

WHEREAS, This year's event will feature entertainment, arts and crafts, a car show, inflatable rides, a rock wall, and trampolines to ensure fun for all; and

WHEREAS, The Auburn 4th of July Festival represents the important role city government has in promoting the celebration of one of our nation's most important holidays;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate recognize the City of Auburn 4th of July Festival as a longstanding community tradition.

I, Hunter G. Goodman, Secretary of the Senate,

do hereby certify that this is a true and

correct copy of Senate Resolution 8667,

adopted by the Senate

June 13, 2017

HUNTER G. GOODMAN

Secretary of the Senate