January 29, 2009

Re: Award Presentation, Thursday February 5, 2009 at the

Fourth Annual Black Heritage City Hall Art Show

Will,

I apologize for getting this formal invitation out to you so late. However, on behalf of the City of Portland Black History Month Committee, I would like to invite you to come to the above event to accept an award for your contributions to the preservation of local African American History. There will be a brief program and ceremony beginning at approximately 5:15 PM at City Hall in the above date.

I know you were planning to attend, but I want to be sure that you knew of our plans to celebrate your work. Pleas confirm that you will attend by calling me at (503) 823-4169 or co-chair Karyn Hanson at (503) 823-6339.

Congratulations and I hope you will be able to attend.

Sincerely

Donny R. Adair

On behalf of the City of Portland Black History Month Committee.