CITY OF RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA
P R O C L A M A T I O N
Declaring September 15 – October 15, 2022 as Hispanic Heritage Month
WHEREAS, in 1968, U.S. Representative Edward Roybal and President Lyndon Johnson recognized Hispanic Week to honor the contributions, achievements, and involvement of Hispanic Americans in the development of the United States, and in 1988, the commemoration was expanded to a month through legislation sponsored by U.S. Representative Esteban Edward Torres, amended by U.S. Senator, and signed into law by President Ronald Reagan; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the culture, heritage, and countless contributions of those whose ancestors came from North America, Central America, South America, and Spain, and creates a greater awareness of contributions to culture within the United States, illustrates the diversity of the Hispanic American community, and encourages a greater curiosity about the history and cultural heritage of Hispanic Americans; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans have made positive contributions to our community in many ways: as econom ic drivers as business owners, workers , and entrepreneurs; as contributors to education as teachers and professors; as protectors of our health and well -being as nurses, doctors, police officers, firefighters, caretakers , and childcare workers; as advocates for social equality and justice through civic leadership; as elected and public offic ials in our government; and through cultural enrichment as artists, singers, musicians, performers and writers; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richmond takes pride in the growing diversity of our community and encourages all residents and community members to l earn more about the rich culture, traditions, and history of Hispanic Americans and celebrate the valuable contributions Hispanic Americans have made to the growth, prosperity, and well-being of our region.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED , that the Richmond City Council do es hereby declare September 15 – October 15, 2022 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Richmond.
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Mayor Tom Butt
City of Richmond, California
October 4, 2022