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PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
PROCLAIMING THE MONTH-LONG CELEBRATION OF
BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN FEBRUARY
WHEREAS, In 1976, as part of the nation’s bicentennial, Black History Week was
expanded and established as Black History Month, and people across the
United States and abroad have dedicated the month of February to honor and
uplift the often overlooked accomplishments of Black Americans in every area
of endeavor throughout our history; and
WHEREAS, Black culture and Black experience are fibers woven into American culture
and Black stories play an essential role in the ongoing story of the United
States, and it is paramount to recognize and acknowledge the historical and
present obstacles and injustices facing Black Americans and celebrate the
leadership, contributions, legacies, and achievements of Black Americans; and
WHEREAS, The Black History Month theme for 2023 is Black Resistance: Building Bridges
and Navigating Barriers, and this theme highlights the legacy of how African
Americans have resisted historic and ongoing systemic oppression; and
WHEREAS, The 2023 theme emphasizes the energy and drive to advocate for agency and
justice through sit-ins, boycotts, protests, and legislation, and celebrates the
achievements and successes of Black Americans across the fields of
education, science, politics, medicine, finance, media, and more; and
WHEREAS, San Rafael celebrates the contributions of Black Americans in the City and
throughout our nation, and recognizes the struggle and breakthrough from
historical efforts to undermine Black and African pathways to success, and
commits to allyship and to educate staff and the community on anti-racism,
equity, and inclusion; and
WHEREAS, The City Council of the City of San Rafael, is proud to recognize Black History
Month, and urges all residents of San Rafael to join in celebrating the
accomplishments of African Americans and the actions of resistance,
perseverance, and success.
NOW, THEREFORE, The City Council of the City of San Rafael Hereby Proclaims the month of
February 2023 as Black History Month and recognizes the historic drive for equity and
accomplishments African Americans have achieved and the many ongoing contributions made to
society and our local community across Marin County and San Rafael.
Kate Colin
Mayor