CITY OF RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA
P R O C L A M A T I O N
Declaring May 2022 as Preservation Month
WHEREAS, in 1966, the Nati onal Historic Preservation Act was enacted to preserve historical and archaeological sites in the United States, creating the National Register of Historic Places, the list of National Historic Landmarks, and the State Historic Preservation Offices; and
WHEREAS, in 1973, the National Trust for Historic Preservation recognized National Preservation Week, an idea proposed by Donald T. Sheehan, a member of the Trustees Advisory Committee on Membership and Public Relations , as a “ means of relating local and state preservation progress to the national effort for the mutual benefits of both;” and
WHEREAS, in 2005, the National Trust for Historic Preservation extended the celebration to the entire month of May and declared it Preservation Month to provide an even greater opportunity to celebrate the diverse and unique heritage of our country’s cities and states; and
WHEREAS, historic preservation is an effective tool for economic development, tourism promotion, protecting cultural resources, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride , and maintaining community chara cter while enhancing livability and is relevant for communities across the nation of all ages, walks of life, and ethnic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, it is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the contri butions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve the tangible aspects of the heritage that has shaped us as a people; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richmond has an activ e historic preservation program with a number of locally, statewide, and nationally designated historic resources, districts, buildings , and sites including the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park, the Winters Building, and East Brother Light Station; and
WHEREAS, the Richmond Historic Preservation Commission and other historical preservation groups have contributed invaluable work, time, and efforts for the preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of important resources within Richmond.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED , that the Richmond City Council do es hereby declare May 2022 as Preservation Month in the City of Richmond and encourages community members to join in activities that support and promote environmental protection.
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Mayor Tom Butt
City of Richmond, California
May 3, 2022