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Proclamation Declaring Hispanic Heritage Month in San Leandro WHEREAS, during Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor and celebrate the immeasurable contributions and unique stories of one of San Leandra's largest and growing ethnic groups; and WHEREAS, while members of this community share a common connection to countries in the Americas, their ancestry connects them to origins around the world, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and the indigenous communities of the Americas; and
WHEREAS, "la comunidad latina e hispana" is deeply rooted in both California's and San Leandra's history, identity and success; and
WHEREAS, we embrace the cultural diversity and richness shared by Hispanic individuals, families, and communities within our city; and
WHEREAS, we acknowledge the Hispanic leaders who have stayed the course in the struggle for equal justice to ensure that everyone in San Leandro can contribute their talents and have the opportunity to thrive; and
WHEREAS, since 1968, National Hispanic Heritage Month has commenced each year on the anniversary of independence of numerous Latin American countries and whose 2024 theme is "Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together"; and
WHEREAS, we in San Leandro take great pride in recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Juan Gonzalez Ill, Mayor of the City of San Leandro, do hereby proclaim September 15 - October 15, 2024, as Hispanic Heritage Month in San Leandro and encourage San Leandra's residents to join us in celebrating the great contributions of the Hispanic and Latin American community to our city, state, and nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my
hand and caused the Seal of the City of San
Leandro to be affixed this 16th day of September
2024.
City of San Leandro
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