This Year’s “Holiday Tree Lighting”
Wednesday, October 18th, 2006We formed a committee this past summer to review the event that has been known as the “Holiday Tree Lighting.” That committee took its work seriously and generated a report that includes a number of recommendations.
The recommendations were made after holding two open forums and receiving correspondence from concerned parties. The overall consensus suggests that some recognition needs to be given to the fact that there is a Christmas tree being lit during the event. This idea was consistent across the multiple individuals that comprised various religious views and took the opportunity to speak at the open forum. It was the finding of the committee that this recognition should be respected. As a result, the event will include “The Lighting of the Christmas tree.”
The committee also discussed the name of the event. After considering all of the feedback and ideas for the name of the event the committee concluded that the name should be “A Holiday Celebration.” I support the committee’s recommendation. As well as having a new name, the event will also have new activities that will enhance the experience for all that are participating.
I would like to thank the members of the committee in taking on this task. What was asked of them was both time consuming and difficult to do. I appreciate their consultation during this decision making process