CITY OF NAPA
PROCLAMATION
Recognizing the Art, Culture, and Community Contributions of the Lowrider Community WHEREAS, lowriding is a distinctly Californian art form rooted in Mexican-American and Chicano communities, expressing cultural pride, identity, and creativity through custom vehicles that showcase exceptional craftsmanship, design, and artistry; and WHEREAS, lowriding has become an internationally recognized cultural tradition that originated in California and continues to highlight the history, creativity, and contributions of Latino communities throughout the state and beyond; and WHEREAS, for generations, lowrider enthusiasts and car clubs have fostered mentorship, family connection, and community engagement by passing down skills in mechanics, bodywork, painting, restoration, and other trades while bringing people together through shared traditions and celebrations; and WHEREAS, lowrider enthusiasts, car clubs, and community events in Napa contribute to the City's cultural vibrancy by bringing people together through shared appreciation of automotive artistry, cultural heritage, and community pride; and WHEREAS, the State of California has recognized the cultural significance of lowriding through Assembly Bill 436 (2023), which prohibits local bans on cruising and affirms the importance of preserving this longstanding cultural tradition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Scott Sedgley, Mayor of the City of Napa, along with the Napa City Council, do hereby recognize and celebrate The Art, Culture, And Community Contributions Of The Lowrider Community and encourage all residents to honor and appreciate the craftsmanship, heritage, and community spirit that lowriding represents.
Dated: June 16, 2026
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SCOTT SEDGLEY, MAYOR
CITY OF NAPA
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