PROCLAMATION
“BLACK HISTORY MONTH”
WHEREAS, the City of Diamond Bar recognizes and values diversity, equity, and inclusion within our community; and
WHEREAS, Blacks and African Americans throughout the nation’s history have made countless indelible contributions in the fields of science, medicine, law, social justice, athletics, the arts, government, and more; and
WHEREAS, since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month to honor and affirm the importance of Black history throughout the American experience; and
WHEREAS, the Black History Month 2022 theme, “Black Health and Wellness” explores the “legacy of not only Black Scholars and medical practitioners in Western medicine, but also other ways of knowing throughout the African Diaspora; and
WHEREAS, Black History Month is an opportunity to remember, reflect on, and celebrate the important people and events who paved the way for equality and justice, to advance the civil rights of all Americans, and to battle racism for a more inclusive and just society; and WHEREAS, Black History Month calls on our collective need to recognize and combat racism, and to continue to build a community that embraces all ages, races, and religions; and, WHEREAS, Diamond Bar joins the country in honoring the achievements and accomplishments of Black Americans who have contributed to the progress of our nation, state and city; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar does hereby proclaim February 2022 as “BLACK HISTORY MONTH” and affirms its commitment to live up to the ideals of freedom, equity, justice and access for all.
February 1, 2022
Ruth M. Low
Mayor
Andrew Chou Stan Liu
Mayor Pro Tem Council Member
Nancy A. Lyons Steve Tye
Council Member Council Member