A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 AS CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN DAY IN THE CITY OF POMONA WHEREAS, the City of Pomona recognizes the importance of acknowledging and honoring the rich history, culture, and contributions of California Native Americans; and WHEREAS, California Native American Day provides an opportunity to celebrate the heritage, traditions, and resilience of California Native American peoples; and WHEREAS, California Native American Day offers a chance to educate the community about the diverse California Native American cultures that have shaped our region and our state; and WHEREAS, the City of Pomona aims to promote inclusivity, diversity, and respect for all individuals and communities within our City of Pomona limits; and WHEREAS, California Native American communities have made significant contributions to the growth, development, and progress of City of Pomona through their rich traditions, art, language, medicine, environmental stewardship, and more; and WHEREAS, recognizing California Native American Day will foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the historical and contemporary issues faced by California Native American communities; and WHEREAS, many counties and cities across the State of California have already established California Native American Day as an official observance to honor the Indigenous peoples of this land; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA does hereby proclaim September 22, 2023 as:
“California Native American Day”
Dated this 18th day of September, 2023
The City of Pomona encourages residents, educational institutions, and community organizations to observe California Native American Day through activities, events, and educational initiatives that promote understanding, cultural exchange, and respect for California Native American traditions and contributions.
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