GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 1997

Simple 
S	Resolution 
Adopted 

SENATE RESOLUTION 745
Adopted 4/15/97

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Sponsors: Senators Gulley and Lucas.

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Referred to:  Rules and Operations of the Senate.

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April 7, 1997

A SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICAN DANCE FESTIVAL IN NORTH CAROLINA.
Whereas, the American Dance Festival was established in 1934, and hailed as the "World's Greatest Dance Festival"; and
Whereas, the American Dance Festival moved to the State of North Carolina in 1977, and for 20 years has formed an enduring relationship with the citizens of this State to improve the cultural quality of life through its world-class performance season and year-round educational and humanities initiatives; and
Whereas, the American Dance Festival serves as a laboratory for modern dance and home to this indigenous American art form; and
Whereas, the American Dance Festival brings significant national and international media attention to North Carolina as it plays a significant role in concert with community leaders to enhance the overall welfare of the State;
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Senate:
Section 1.  The Senate wishes to commemorate the American Dance Festival's twentieth season in North Carolina and to recognize and thank the Board of Directors, Advisory Committee members, staff, and volunteers who have contributed to the development of the American Dance Festival.
Section 2.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Chair of the American Dance Festival and to the Secretary of the Department of Cultural Resources.
Section 3.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.