City Of Albany: The Confederated Villages Of Lisjan Flag Raising

Press release from the City of Albany:

10/11/2021 7:54 PM

Today, Indigenous Peoples Day, Albany community members gathered to recognize and celebrate the raising of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan flag at City Hall, which will be flown permanently after the City Council’s adoption of Resolution 2021-75 on September 20, 2021. This historic moment included speeches from Mayor Gary, Council Member McQuaid, and Corrina Gould, Tribal Chair of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan.

Additionally, on May 3, 2021, Albany City Council approved that the City of Albany permanently refer to the holiday formerly known as Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples Day. Today’s flag raising and the recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day are part of the City’s ongoing commitment to prioritize inclusivity and recognize all members of our community.

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