SALOR FOSTER
NCORPORATED 147
Proclamation
of the City of Foster City, California
Recognizing April 2024 as
Arab American Heritage Month
WHEREAS, Arab American Heritage Month is a nationwide celebration and observance that honors the achievements of Arab Americans and recognizes their significant cultural and economic contributions; and
WHEREAS, since the early days of our country's inception, Arab Americans have been making valuable contributions to virtually every aspect of American society in medicine, law, business, education, technology, government, military service, and culture; and WHEREAS, since migrating to America, men and women of Arab descent have shared their rich culture and traditions with neighbors and friends, while also setting fine examples of model citizens and public servants; and
WHEREAS, they brought with them to America their resilient family values, strong work and diligent ethic, dedication to education, and diversity in faith and creed that have added strength to our great democracy; and
WHEREAS, Arab Americans have also enriched our society by sharing in the entrepreneurial American spirit that makes our nation free and prosperous; and WHEREAS, Arab Americans join all Americans in the desire to see a peaceful and diverse society, where every individual is treated equally and feels safe; and WHEREAS, Arab American issues such as civil rights abuse, harmful stereotyping, bullying, prejudice, and discrimination must be addressed through education and awareness; and WHEREAS, the incredible contributions and heritage of Arab Americans have helped build a better nation, state, and city, and have consistently contributed to our quality of life, economy, and vitality.
NOW, THEREFORE, I PATRICK SULLIVAN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF FOSTER CITY, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF FOSTER CITY do hereby recognize April 2024 as "Arab American Heritage Month" and encourage everyone to celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my
hand and have caused the official seal of the City of
Foster City to be affixed this 15th of April, two
thousand twenty-four, A.D.
PATRICK SULLIVAN, MAYOR