I've been asked by newcomers to Olympia, if the signs greeting them when they enter the city are Olympia's slogan. You would really have to slow down and take a closer look to see that these welcome signs have a date on them and do not say "All American", like many people believe, but "All America".
The title "All-America City" is an award given annually to ten US cities by The National Civic League, to recognize communities for outstanding civic accomplishments. To win, each city must demonstrate innovation, inclusiveness, civic engagement, and cross sector collaboration. http://www.allamericacityaward.com/about/
Olympia has received the award for the year 1986 to 1987, and has marked this honor with signs located along major city boundary routes. Many people think that the slogan "An All America City" is Olympia's tag line, or nick name, like "The Windy City" for Chicago, "The Big Apple" for New York, or "The City of Roses" for Portland.
"An All America City" just doesn't conjure a clear image for me, and I wish Olympia had a tag line that embodies its unique essence. If Seattle can be the Emerald City, surely Olympia can do better than "All America". How about Olympia - Crown Jewel of Puget Sound, or Olympia - Organic City, or Olympia - It's the Water... ? You get the idea. Let's give Olympia some identity.
Any suggestions?
Sandy Nelson
Olympia Realtor®
Our community is important to me. I take pride in our beautiful locality, and our quality of life.
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