Proclamation
Of The City of San Jacinto
Valerie Vandever, Councilmember Alonso Ledezma, Councilmember National Holocaust Remembrance Day
WHEREAS, January 27th is observed as National Holocaust Remembrance Day to mark the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau on January 27, 1945, by Soviet troops, freeing the remaining prisoners of one of the largest and most notorious Nazi concentration and extermination camps; and WHEREAS, the Holocaust stands as one of the darkest chapters in human history, a time when the Nazi regime systematically murdered six million Jews, as well as millions of others deemed “undesirable” by Nazi ideology; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Jacinto recognizes the importance of remembering the atrocities of the Holocaust to honor the lives lost, educate future generations, and promote understanding while also raising awareness of the dangers of intolerance, racism, and discrimination to ensure that such hatred and violence are never repeated; and
WHEREAS, in the face of rising hate crimes and divisive rhetoric in today’s world, we must ensure that we never forget the lessons of history, we need to stand united in defense of our shared humanity, and promote peace, respect, and understanding within our community; and WHEREAS, the people of the City of San Jacinto join together in solemn remembrance of the victims of the Holocaust, honoring their memory and recognizing the unimaginable suffering and loss experienced by millions of families while acknowledging the resilience of those who survived; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Jacinto reaffirms its unwavering commitment to human dignity, equality, and justice for all people, fostering an environment of inclusion, acceptance, and respect, and standing united in support of human rights and the protection of all individuals, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or background; and WHEREAS, the City remains dedicated to preventing hatred, violence, and discrimination in any form, working toward a community of peace, acceptance, and respect, and standing firmly against all forms of hate.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of San Jacinto proclaims January 27, 2026, as National Holocaust Remembrance Day in San Jacinto and calls upon all residents to pledge to work together to ensure that such atrocities are never repeated.
Crystal Ruiz, Mayor
Clarisa Sanchez, Mayor Pro Tem Phil Ayala, Councilmember