June 3, 2025
Mayor's Office
DATE: June 3, 2025
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Councilmember Jamelia Brown
Councilmember Doria Robinson
Subject:
Proclamation Recognizing Juneteenth and the
Contributions of African Americans to Richmond
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
June 18, 2024
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
June is a significant month for Richmond as we
commemorate Juneteenth, honoring the emancipation of
enslaved African Americans and celebrating their vital
contributions to our city's cultural, social, and economic fabric. Join us at Nicholl Park on June 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM – 6 PM for the annual Juneteenth festival.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: PROCLAMATION recognizing Juneteenth and the contribution of African Americans to the City of Richmond - (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-
6503/Councilmember Jamelia Brown 510-412-
2050/Councilmember Doria Robinson 510-620-6861).
DISCUSSION:
Juneteenth honors the emancipation of enslaved African Americans on June 19, 1865, marking a significant milestone in the fight for freedom and the end of slavery in the United States. This day serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of African Americans and the ongoing struggle for racial equity and justice.
The African American community has played a pivotal role in shaping Richmond's history and development from the early migration during the World War II era to their ongoing contributions to the city's cultural, social, and economic fabric.
AGENDA
REPORT
June 3, 2025
Richmond recognizes and honors these invaluable contributions. We encourage residents to reflect on the African American community's impact on our city and support efforts to build a more inclusive and equitable society.
The annual Juneteenth celebration will take place on June 21, 2025, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at Nicholl Park, 3230 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804.
For more information on the Juneteenth Richmond celebration, please visit:
https://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/4665/Richmond-Juneteenth-Festival
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Proclamation Recognizing Juneteenth and the Contribution of African Americans to the City of Richmond