PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, AHEPA members are proud of the contributions the ancient Greeks gifted
to Western Civilization. As Americans, we share many of the values put forth by them;
civic responsibility, philanthropy, education, family and the ideals of democracy; and
WHEREAS, the AHEPA Family works as a unit toward the fulfillment of a common
mission. Together with three affiliated organizations; Daughters of Penelope, Sons of
Pericles and Maids of Athena have contributed over a billion dollars to national projects
throughout their history; and
WHEREAS, a component of AHEPA’s mission is to create an awareness of the
principles of Hellenism to society; and
WHEREAS, these principles include a commitment to humanity, freedom, and
democracy; and
WHEREAS, the preservation and promotion of these ideals is where AHEPA has, and
always will be, deeply committed; and
WHEREAS, The City of Tarpon Springs recognizes the American Hellenic Educational
Progressive Association in Tarpon Springs and its existence since the early 1902s,
currently residing in the AHEPA Home at 20 West Tarpon Avenue.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Chris Alahouzos, by virtue of the authority vested in me as
Mayor of the City of Tarpon Springs, Florida, do hereby proclaim May 21, 2017 as
AHEPA DAY
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Tarpon
Springs, Florida, to be affixed this 16th day of May, 2017.
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City Clerk & Collector
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Mayor