CITY OF FRESNO
Offices of Mayor Jerry P. Dyer
& Councilmember Miguel A. Arias
WHEREAS, Islam is one of the world’s major religions, with over two billion Muslims globally and thousands residing in Fresno, reflecting the City’s rich cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity, and Muslim residents continue to contribute meaningfully to Fresno’s cultural, educational, and socio- economic vitality; and
WHEREAS, Muslim Americans have played a vital role in the history and development of the United States, making significant contributions to fields including medicine, agriculture, education, science, business, law, public service, and civic engagement; and WHEREAS, the City of Fresno recognizes the important role of local mosques, organizations, families, and community leaders who promote service, interfaith dialogue, and community care through charitable efforts that strengthen the broader community; and WHEREAS, Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a period of fasting, spiritual reflection, and increased charitable giving, emphasizing values of compassion, generosity, self-discipline, and community; and WHEREAS, the City of Fresno formally recognizes the observance of Ramadan 2026, as expected to begin at sunset on February 19, 2026, and continue for one lunar month, concluding with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, and extends its respect to the Muslim community while encouraging residents to acknowledge this time of reflection, gratitude, and unity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, Mayor Jerry P. Dyer and the Fresno City Council, do hereby proclaim the period of February 19 to March 19, 2026, to be the:
“Holy Month of Ramadan”
in the City of Fresno.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and
affixed the Great Seal of the City of Fresno, California, on this 19th day of February 2026.
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ JERRY P. DYER, Honorable Mayor MIGUEL A. ARIAS, Councilmember, District 3
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ MIKE KARBASSI, Council President, District 2 NELSON ESPARZA, Council Vice President, District 7
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ANNALISA PEREA, Councilmember, District 1 TYLER MAXWELL, Councilmember, District 4
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ BRANDON VANG, Councilmember, District 5 NICK RICHARDSON, Councilmember, District 6