City of Pride and Purpose
450 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA 94804 | www.RichmondCAMayor.org | 510.620.6527
PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING JUNETEENTH AND THE
CONTRIBUTIONS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS
WHEREAS, the City of Richmond, California, is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equality, and inclusivity; and
WHEREAS, Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates the day on June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, marking a significant milestone in the fight for freedom and the end of slavery in the United States; and
WHEREAS, Juneteenth serves as a reminder of the resilience, strength, and perseverance of African Americans throughout history, despite the hardships they have endured; and
WHEREAS, the African American population in the City of Richmond has made invaluable contributions to the city's cultural, social, economic, and political fabric; and
WHEREAS, the African American community has played a vital role in shaping Richmond's history, from the early migration during the World War II era to their ongoing contributions to the city's rich artistic and intellectual heritage; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richmond cordially invites all community members to join us at Nicholl Park on June 17th at 11 am for the annual Juneteenth celebration; and
WHEREAS, it is crucial to acknowledge and celebrate the countless accomplishments and contributions of African Americans to Richmond's growth and prosperity; and
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of every citizen to actively engage in combating systemic racism, promoting racial equity, and ensuring that African Americans and other marginalized communities are protected from all forms of injustice, discrimination, and violence.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Eduardo Martinez, Mayor of the City of Richmond, California, hereby proclaim our recognition of Juneteenth and honor the invaluable contributions of the African American community in Richmond.
Office of the Mayor Eduardo Martinez
CITY OF RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA
City of Pride and Purpose
450 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA 94804 | www.RichmondCAMayor.org | 510.620.6527 Signed,
Mayor Eduardo Martinez
City of Richmond
June 6th, 2023
Melvin Willis
Councilmember for District 1
City of Richmond
Cesar Zepeda
Councilmember for District 2
City of Richmond
Doria Robinson
Councilmember for District 3
City of Richmond