Various facts about the City and its diverse makeup are included. For example, according to the calendar’s introduction by City Manager Kevin DeFebbo, recent census data shows that about 13% of Bowling Green residents were born in other countries.

“This diversity provide Bowling Green with a cultural richness and maturity not found in may other cities our size” he says.

Other 2016 statistics include: there are 264 subscribers to the City’s bilingual e-Newsletter Amigos Resource Network; 70 newly Naturalized Citizens were recognized at the inaugural Reception for New Americans; 243 City staff members received Cultural Competency Training; 2077 minutes of over-the-phone interpreters services were provided to individuals with limited English proficiency accessing non-emergency City services and 4,913 minutes over-the-phone interpreter’s services were provided to individuals with limited English proficiency accessing emergency City services of police.

The calendar is free to pick up in various City government buildings.

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