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79)r0damatloon <br />Recognizing <br />The FIFA World Cup 26TM <br />WHEREAS, the FIFA World Cup 26 TM will bring together nations, cultures, and <br />communities from around the world in a global celebration of sport, unity, and international <br />friendship coinciding with our nation's 250`h anniversary; and <br />WHEREAS, the San Francisco Bay Area has been selected as a host region for FIFA World <br />Cup 26TM, one of the largest sporting events in history, bringing worldwide attention and <br />significant cultural and economic activity to the region; and <br />WHEREAS, the City of Redwood City values opportunities that foster community pride, <br />cultural exchange, economic vitality, and regional collaboration; and <br />WHEREAS, Redwood City has a longstanding commitment to fostering international <br />friendship and cultural understanding, including through its sister city relationships with <br />Zhuhai, China; Colima, Mexico; Ciudad Guzman, Mexico; and Aguililla, Mexico; and <br />WHEREAS, soccer plays an important role in bringing together Redwood City residents of <br />all backgrounds and generations, including the many local youth who participate in <br />recreational and community soccer programs; and <br />WHEREAS, Redwood City has a long tradition of welcoming residents and visitors of all <br />backgrounds and celebrating events that strengthen community connection and civic <br />engagement; and <br />WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that the FIFA World Cup represents more than an <br />athletic competition, serving as an opportunity to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the <br />unifying power of sport across cultures and generations; and <br />WHEREAS, the City Council further recognizes the significance of this international event <br />to the Bay Area region and wishes to express Redwood City's support for community <br />celebration and regional participation surrounding the tournament; <br />NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, ELMER MARTINEZ SABALLOS, <br />MAYOR OF REDWOOD CITY on behalf of the City Council, do hereby recognizes FIFA <br />World Cup 26TM and, to commemorate "30 Days to Kickoff' of the FIFA World Cup 26TM <br />authorizes the temporary raising and display of the FIFA World Cup 26TM flag in <br />accordance with the City's adopted flag policy. <br />Date: May 11, 2026 <br />ElmerMarMez Saballm, Mayor <br />KaiarEakin, <br />Vice Mayor <br />GYP <br />Labelle Chu, Council Member <br />J.ffGK, Council Member <br />Dane Howard, r-il Mwnber <br />hb#f FPIh �Mg,�a,N�UC_ , Nnbe1' <br />Chris ShAw., Cnncil Member <br />