(Minghui.org) May 13, 2017 marks the 25^th year since Falun Dafa was first taught to the public. Many elected officials in the U.S. and Canada have issued proclamations declaring this May 13 “Falun Dafa Day” or sent greeting letters to recognize the event. City officials in New York and Florida in the U.S. and Cold Lake, Canada are featured in this report.

Mayor of Aventura, Florida Issues Proclamation

Mayor Enid Weisman of Aventura proclaimed May 13 World Falun Dafa Day:

Thirteen New York City Council Members Recognize the 25^th Anniversary

New York City Council Member Bill PerkinsCitation from New York City Council Member Bill PerkinsCertificate from New York City Council Member Andy KingNew York City Council Member Annabel PalmaGreeting letter from New York City Council Member Annabel PalmaNew York City Council Member Donovan J. Richards and his citationNew York City Council Member Eric A. Ulrich and his citationNew York City Council Member Stephen T. Levin and his citationNew York City Council Member Robert E. Cornegy Jr. and his citationNew York City Council Member Rafael L. Espinal Jr. and his citationGreeting letter New York City Council Member Mathieu EugeneNew York City Council Member Jumaane D. Williams and his greeting letterNew York City Council Member Alan N. Maisel and his citationNew York City Council Member Steven Matteo and his greeting letterNew York City Council Member Joseph C. Borelli and his citation.

Mayor of Cold Lake, Canada Issues Proclamation

Mayor Craig Copeland of the City of Cold Lake proclaimed May 13 Falun Dafa Day. He stated in his letter that the proclamation would be posted in Cold Lake Sun, a local newspaper.

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