P R O C L A M A T I O N
Proclaiming October 13, 2025 as
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY
WHEREAS, in 1977, the idea of Indigenous Peoples Day was first proposed by a delegation of Native Nations to the United Nations sponsored International Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations in the Americas; and WHEREAS, on December 16, 2010, the United States endorsed the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People; and WHEREAS, on September 21, 2020, the City of Fort Bragg adopted Resolution 4305-2020 renaming the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples Day; and WHEREAS, the City of Fort Bragg acknowledges that the land on which we stand today is the unceded traditional territory of the local Indigenous People past and present. We recognize the sovereignty of the Pomo People, who are the original stewards of this land; and WHEREAS, the City of Fort Bragg recognizes and deeply values the vast contributions made by Indigenous Peoples to our community, both historic and contemporary, in the areas of science, philosophy, arts and culture which have helped the United States, State of California, County of Mendocino and the City of Fort Bragg grow and thrive; and WHEREAS, the City promotes the closing of the equity gap for Indigenous Peoples through policies and practices that reflect the experiences of Indigenous Peoples to ensure greater access and opportunity and to honor our nation’s indigenous roots, history, and contributions; and WHEREAS, as residents of Fort Bragg, we set aside this day to celebrate and honor the heritage, resiliency, and diverse culture of the Indigenous Peoples including those in the Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jason Godeke, Mayor of the City of Fort Bragg, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby proclaim October 13, 2025 as Indigenous Peoples Day in the City of Fort Bragg and encourage all citizens of Fort Bragg to join in celebrating and learning about the different cultures of Indigenous Peoples in our country, state and city.
SIGNED this 14th day of October, 2025
ATTEST: JASON GODEKE, Mayor
Diana Paoli, City Clerk
No. 24-2025