Proclamation
WHEREAS, The City of Cupertino wishes to recognize the 100th anniversary of The Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance (SVBA) located at McClellan Ranch; and
WHEREAS, The Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance (SCVBA) was founded as the Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society in 1925, and with over 1,000 members, is one of the largest National Audubon Society chapters in California; and
WHEREAS, The Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance promotes the enjoyment, understanding, and protection of birds and other wildlife by engaging people of all ages in birding, education, and
conservation; and
WHEREAS, SCVBA educates the community about the benefits of preserving and enjoying nature, focusing on youth education programs, public outreach, and field trips; and
WHEREAS, They support research into maintaining, restoring, and understanding native ecosystems, particularly those of birds; and WHEREAS, SCVBA collaborates with the National Audubon Society, Audubon-California, Audubon Chapters, and other organizations to accomplish our common goals.
THEREFORE, I, Mayor Liang Chao, and the Cupertino City Council do hereby commend and recognize
Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance
on the occasion of its 100th anniversary in the City of Cupertino and celebrate the dedication organization has demonstrated to preserving the rich diversity of birdlife in our valley.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Cupertino to be affixed this Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
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The Honorable Liang Chao
Mayor, City of Cupertino