Spokane mayor proclaims May 1 Gemini Day to honor Marshallese community

Mayor Lisa Brown presented and read an official city proclamation declaring May 1 as Gemini Day in Spokane, honoring the cityMarshallese community and noting the adoption of the Republic of the Marshall Islands constitution on 05/01/1979.

The proclamation text, read aloud by Mayor Lisa Brown, described Gemini Day as "a vibrant celebration of Marshallese culture, resilience, and community spirit" and said the city recognizes Marshallese residents "whose contributions enrich our city and strengthen the bonds of friendship between our communities." Mayor Lisa Brown then stated on behalf of the people of Spokane that May 1 is proclaimed Gemini Day in the city and presented the proclamation to a community member who identified herself as Gashteema.

Gashteema thanked the mayor and the gathering; Mayor Brown acknowledged that parts of the Marshallese history are painful while expressing appreciation that members of the Marshallese community are present in Spokane. Attendees responded with applause.

The reading and presentation of the proclamation were the central actions recorded in the event. No formal vote or additional city action on this item was announced in the record. The occasion served to publicly acknowledge the Marshallese community and to mark the historical date cited in the proclamation.