City of
Manhattan Beach
Prodamation
Whereas Jerish American Heritage Month is obserred during the month of Mat to celebrate and par tribute to the contributions of generations of Jewish Americans who helped weare the labric of American histort; culture, and societr; and
(Whereas since 1654, Jewish Americans have contributed to our nation's dirersity; economic strengtl, scientitie advancement, and cultural richmess, playing a vital role in the arts, entertainment, gorernment, militart, and academic spheres; and
(Whereas, the strength of our societis measmed be how we protect our minoriț populations, and celebrating Jewish Heritage is essential to fostering a welcoming, inclusire commumit; and the Jerrists commumity in Manhattan Beach has been an integral part of our city's diverse and vibrant cultural mosaic, bringing with them a deep commitment to family, faith, and community; and
Wherers, the Cite of Manhattan Beach shares an obligation to condemn and combat antisemitism, including but not luted to phosical attacks, vandalism, rerbal and phosical harassment, and hateful comments posted on social media; and
Whereres there is a need for education and policies that are cultually competent when describing; discussing, or addressing the impacts of being Jewish in all aspects of American societ!; including discourse and police; and
Mierers. we celebrate the rich and diverse heritage of the Jewish American community, including those who lire, work and play in the City of Manhattan Beach.
New, Therefore, Be I Rescleed that I, David Lesser, Maror of the City of Manhattan Beach, California, on behalt of the City Council and the residents of Manhattan Beach, do herebr proclaim Mar 2026 as
Jewish American Heritage Month
and encourage all residents to celebrate our direrse heritage and culture and continue our eftorts to create a world that is more just, peacefil, and prosperous for all.
Dated ilis S das of May, 2026.
ATTEST:
City Clerk Lia Tamura ayor David Lesser
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