Some history...
President Dwight D. Eisenhower launched a program in 1956 known as the Town Affiliation Association of the United States, more commonly known as Sister Cities International. This movement created a way for local government and everyday citizens to help bring together the many cultures of the world. Sister City programs are consummated through an agreement, signed by the mayors of each city, as a declaration of the commitment each city has with building long-lasting relationships. Through business, cultural, educational and technical exchanges, lifelong relationships are formed worldwide.