Kira Erickson reports from the Langley City Council meeting on Monday, May 2.
The city of Langley will have a new holiday on the calendar this year.
During a meeting Monday night, the city council discussed the importance of Langley recognizing Juneteenth as an official holiday.
They Said It
Councilmember Craig Cyr, the liaison for the citizen-led committee, said the members did not want “dry acceptance” without some acknowledgement of the importance of the holiday.
“What Juneteenth symbolizes is freedom and Juneteenth offers a reminder of the work yet to be done,” he said.
Councilmember Harolynne Bobis said she agreed with the DSR that Juneteenth should not just be a day off.
“I think this is definitely a long time coming,” Councilmember Thomas Gill said. “Education is the best weapon against ignorance, for sure,” he said.
