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City Council
October 15, 2015
City of Port Angeles, Washington;USA
20t'Anniversary Report °u I '
Kenji Sakamoto
Mutsu International Relations Association
1 had the opportunity to visit your beautiful City in May of 2015 and personally celebrate the 20t"
year of our Sister City relationship. 1 learned through my personal experience that our bond is not
only something we measure in time, but in moments and friendships. Over these last two decades,
students have formed friendships and gained an extended family through the exchange prograin.
Teachers have had the opportunity to see their students use the tools they've learned in their
classrooms and government dilmitaries have united in a camaraderie that has carried on for the last
20 years.
Representatives from Port Angeles who accompanied me in Mutsu included former Mayor Cherie
Kidd as well as students, teachers and several representatives of Port Angeles. We were grateful for
the generous invitation, and will always remember the kindness we were shown while we were
there. Our connection is held strong by the dedicated members in the Mutsu International Relations
and Peninsula International Relations Associations. Without the steadfast leadership and direction
of our international coordinators, our bond wouldn't be what we hold so dear today. Those who
participate in the exchange program, gain respect for new culture and the appreciation of those who
work so hard to organize the events. The efforts that go into our relationship do not go unnoticed.
To see the enthusiasm of friends reuniting after their time apart is fulfilling, and families long for
~ ' more time with their students. It is this longing that strengthens our program, and together, we can
guarantee the longevity of our relationship, ensuring our success for years to come.
It is our joint desire to remain steadfast friends through our mutual interests of culture, friendship,
and our shared vision for thriving Cities. We look forward to Mayor Miyashita's visit in January
and are eagerly preparing for his arrival. We plan to welcome Mayor Miyahshita, teachers, Odaira
Junior High School students, the new Board of Education Supervisor, and the Coordinator for
International Exchange-Amy Yamamichi, with the same warmth and kindness we received. Our
visits are never long enough, but the fondness of our time spent together make our short visits worth
every moment.
Wishing you prosperity and happiness for years to come.
Sin ely,
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Mayor of Port Angeles
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