City Council and Authorities Concurrent
January 25, 2022

City of Santa Clara
Revised Joint Meeting Agenda of the
Council and Authorities Concurrent and
Santa Clara Stadium Authority
Call and Notice of Special Meeting
Planning Commission
Virtual Meeting
4:30 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Joint Study Session
7:00 PM Open Session
4:30 PMTuesday, January 25, 2022
**REVISIONS: Added Closed Session Item RTC 22-143 and Removed Closed Session Item RTC 22-62 Amended Public Hearing/General Business Item #8 (RTC 22-1657) Report and Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54953(e) and City of Santa Clara Resolution 22-9042, the City Council meeting will be held by teleconference only. No physical location will be available for this meeting; however, the City of Santa Clara continues to have methods for the public to participate remotely:
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code §54956 (“The Brown Act”) and Section 708 of the Santa Clara City Charter, the Chair calls for a Special Meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Santa Clara to commence and convene on January 25, 2022, at 6:00 pm for a Special Meeting held virtually via Zoom, to consider the following matter(s) and to potentially take action with respect to them.
4:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
Call to Order
Roll Call

Recommendation
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Public Comment
The public may provide comments regarding the Closed Session item(s) just prior to the Council beginning the Closed Session. Closed Sessions are not open to the public.

1.A Public Employee Appointment (Gov. Code §§ 54957, 54954.5, subd. (e).)
Title: Interim City Attorney
22-98

1.B Conference with Legal Counsel-Existing Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
Forty Niners SC Stadium Company LLC v. City of Santa Clara Santa Clara County Superior Court Case No. 18CV326430
22-143

1.C Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2) - Exposure to litigation Number of potential cases: 1
Facts
and Circumstances: Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(e)
(1) - Not disclosed on agenda
22-107
Convene to Closed Session
6:00 PM JOINT STUDY SESSION - COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION Roll Call

2. Joint City Council and Planning Commission Study Session on Senate Bill (SB) 9
22-85
Provide feedback on the following SB 9 Study
Session topics:

1. Parking

2. Urban Lot Split Standards

3. Privacy

4. Maximum Unit Size

5. Neighborhood Compatibility

6. Researching Historic Preservation Analysis and
Incentives
Recommendation:
7:00 PM JOINT COUNCIL AND STADIUM AUTHORITY MEETING
*Open Session is to begin at 7:00 PM or shortly thereafter Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values

REPORTS OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION MATTERS

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CONTINUANCES/EXCEPTIONS/RECONSIDERATIONS

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

3.A Proclaim Black History Month22-02

3.B Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Update (October-December 2021) (Deferred for December 14, 2021) 22-47

3.C Action on Whether to Accept a Formal Recommendation from the
Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Regarding the City’s Model for Electing its Chief of Police (Deferred from December 14, 2021)
22-48
Provide direction on whether to accept the formal
letter of recommendation from the Task Force on
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in support of the City’s model of electing its Chief of Police and hold
harmless on this topic the City Manager from any and
all actions that may violate the Political Reform Act or FPPC regulations.

Recommendation:

CONSENT CALENDAR
[Items listed on the CONSENT CALENDAR are considered routine and will be adopted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of the items on the CONSENT CALENDAR unless discussion is requested by a member of the Council, staff, or public. If so requested, that item will be removed from the CONSENT CALENDAR and considered under CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION.]

4.A Action on October 26, 2021 Council & Authorities Concurrent and Special Stadium Authority Meeting, November 9, 2021 Council & Authorities Concurrent and Special Stadium Authority Meeting, and November 16, 2021 Joint Council & Authorities Concurrent and Stadium Authority Meeting Minutes
22-129
Approve the Meeting Minutes of:

October 26, 2021 - Council & Authorities Concurrent
and Special Stadium Authority Meeting;
November 9, 2021 - Council & Authorities Concurrent
and Special Stadium Authority Meeting; and
November 16, 2021 Joint Council & Authorities
Concurrent and Stadium Authority Meeting
Recommendation:

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4.B Board, Commissions and Committee Minutes22-11
Note and file the Minutes of:

Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion -
September 13, 2021
Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion -
October 18, 2021
Cultural Commission - December 6, 2021
Youth Commission - November 9, 2021
Youth Commission - December 14, 2021
Planning Commission - December 8, 2021
Recommendation:

4.C Action on Approval of the Spending Plan for Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund and Related Budget Amendment
22-1559

1. Approve the spending plan for funds received from
the Citizen’s Option for Public Safety Programs
Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund;
and

2. Consistent with City Charter Section 1305, “At any
meeting after the adoption of the budget, the City
Council may amend or supplement the budget by
motion adopted by the affirmative votes of at
least five members so as to authorize the transfer
of unused balances appropriated for one purpose
to another purpose, or to appropriate available
revenue not included in the budget,” approve a FY
2021/22 budget amendment in the Police
Operating Grant Trust Fund to recognize revenue in
the amount of $130,952 for the COPS 21 grant and
$200,298 for the COPS 22 grant, increase the
Citizen’s Option for Public Safety FY 2020/21
appropriation in the amount of $130,952, and
establish the Citizen’s Option for Public Safety FY
2021/22 appropriation in the amount of $200,298
(five affirmative Council votes required to
appropriate additional revenue).

Recommendation:

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4.D Action on Addition of Five Electric Program Manager Positions in Silicon Valley Power and Related Budget Amendment
22-1710

1. Approve the addition of five (5) new Electric
Program Manager (Job Code 424) Positions in
Silicon Valley Power; and

2. Approve a FY 2021/22 budget amendment in the
Electric Utility Operating Fund to increase the
Electric Department Salaries and Benefits
appropriation by $375,000 and reduce the
unrestricted ending fund balance by $375,000 (five
affirmative Council votes required for the use
of unused balances.

Recommendation:

4.E Action on a Resolution Ordering the Vacation of the Underground
Electric Easement, Sidewalk and Utility Easement
at 2350-2370 Mission College Boulevard
22-1593

1. Adopt a Resolution Ordering the Vacation of an
Underground Electric Easement, Sidewalk and
Utility Easement at 2350-2370 Mission College
Boulevard [APN 104-13-097,100 and 101
(2021-22); SC 18,978]; and

2. Authorize the recordation of the Resolution.

Recommendation:

4.F Action on Award of Purchase Order to Bay City Boiler and Engineering
Company, Inc. for Boiler Maintenance and Repair
Services Citywide
22-1658

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase
order with Bay City Boiler and Engineering
Company, Inc. for boiler maintenance and repair
services citywide for an initial one-year term, with a
maximum compensation not-to exceed $50,000;

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change
orders for a not-to-exceed contingency amount of
$10,000 in the event actual repairs exceeds the
aforementioned forecast of $26,620, subject to the
appropriation of funds; and

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to four
one-year options to extend the purchase order after
the initial term, subject to the appropriation of funds.

Recommendation:

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4.G Action on an Agreement with New Image Landscape Company for Landscape Maintenance Services
22-1215

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an
Agreement with New Image Landscape Company
for landscape maintenance services for an initial
one-year term starting February 1, 2022 and ending
on January 31, 2023, with maximum compensation
not-to-exceed $286,310.20 for the initial
twelve-month period, subject to the appropriation of
funds;

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments
as required to add or delete sites, or modify service
levels due to changing needs or budget constraints,
subject to the appropriation of funds; and

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to four
one-year options to extend the Agreement through
January 31, 2027, subject to the appropriation of
funds.

Recommendation:

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4.H Action on the Award of Agreement to MIG, INC for Consultant Services
to Update the City’s Adopted Housing Element and
Related Budget Amendment
22-1693

1. Accept and approve the $499,150 in grant funding
from the State of California Department of Housing
and Community Development;

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute an
agreement with MIG, INC to provide Housing
Element update Consultant Services for a term
ending on December 31, 2023, for a maximum
compensation not to exceed $199,968; and

3. Consistent with City Charter Section 1305, “At any
meeting after the adoption of the budget, the City
Council may amend or supplement the budget by
motion adopted by the affirmative votes of at
least five members so as to authorize the transfer
of unused balances appropriated for one purpose
to another purpose, or to appropriate available
revenue not included in the budget,” approve the
related FY 2021/22 budget amendment in the
Engineering Operating Grant Trust Fund to
recognize grant revenue in the amount of $499,150
and establish an appropriation in the amount of
$499,150 for preparation of the City’s Housing
Element Update (five affirmative Council votes
required to appropriate additional revenue).

Recommendation:

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4.I Action on Agreement with GVP Ventures, Inc. dba Bob Murray & Associates
for Executive Recruiting Services for City Attorney
Vacancy
22-126

1. Authorize the City Attorney’s Office and Mayor to
negotiate and execute an agreement with GVP Ventures,
Inc. dba Bob Murray & Associates for executive recruiting services for the City Attorney vacancy for a six-month
term starting January 26, 2022 and ending on July 26,
2022, with an option to extend for up to an additional six (6) months with no increase in rates, with maximum
compensation not-to-exceed $30,000 for services and
$10,000 for costs and fees, subject to appropriation of funds, in a substantially similar form as that attached hereto; and

2. Authorize the Mayor and City Attorney’s Office to
negotiate and execute amendments to the Agreement for
additional related services that may be required, subject to the appropriation of funds.

Recommendation:

4.J Action on a Resolution Approving Purchase and Sale
Agreement
for an Electric Utility Easement for the San Tomas
Junction Substation Project
22-1598

1. Adopt the Resolution approving the Purchase and
Sale Agreement for an overhead electric easement
at 3600 Juliette Lane [104-39-021 & 104-39-018]
for the San Tomas Junction Substation Project; and

2. Authorize the recordation thereof.

Recommendation:

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4.K Action on Confirmation No. 0236 Under the NCPA Support Service Program Agreement (Confirmation) to Authorize
CLEAResult Consulting, Inc. to Provide Home Electrification Assessments and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure Technical Assistance Services for Silicon Valley Power Through Northern California Power Agency’s (NCPA) Multi-Task
Consulting Services Agreement
22-1310

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute Confirmation
No. 0236 Under the NCPA Support Service
Program Agreement (Confirmation) to authorize
CLEAResult Consulting, Inc. to provide home
electrification assessments and electric vehicle
(EV) charging infrastructure technical assistance
services for Silicon Valley Power through Northern
California Power Agency’s (NCPA) Multi-Task
Consulting Services Agreement;

2. Authorize the City Manager to increase maximum
compensation during the term of the Multi-Task
Consulting Services Agreement if the demand for
services exceeds the maximum compensation,
subject to the appropriation of funds; and

3. Authorize the City Manager to extend the term of the Confirmation subject to the extension of the
underlying agreement with NCPA.

Recommendation:

4.L Action on the Approval of an Agreement for Services with Homebase and Establishment of the Homelessness Taskforce 22-1754
Approve the Agreement for Services with Homebase
in an amount not to exceed $75,000 and Establish the
Homelessness Taskforce to support the preparation
of the City Plan to End Homelessness.

Recommendation:

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4.M Action on Award of Agreement with WeHOPE for Mobile Hygiene Services
21-1768

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an
Agreement with WeHOPE to provide mobile
hygiene services for an initial one-year term with
maximum compensation not-to-exceed $50,178;

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments
to the Agreement, not-to exceed $5,018, for
contingencies in the event there are unanticipated
changes during the initial term of the Agreement,
and

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to four
one-year options to extend the term of the
Agreement after the initial term for mobile hygiene
services, subject to the appropriation of funds.

Recommendation:

4.N Action on Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for Services with E Source Companies, LLC, to Extend the Term, Expand the Scope, and Increase Maximum Compensation
22-1474

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment
No. 1 to the Agreement for Services with E Source
Companies, LLC for a total cost not to exceed
$183,061;

2. Authorize the City Manager to make minor changes
to the attached Amendment subject to approval by
the City Attorney as to form;

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments
to add additional subscription services subject to
the appropriation of funds; and

4. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to nine (9) one-year options to extend this agreement including
addition of additional subscription services subject
to the appropriation of funds.

Recommendation:

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4.O Action to Amend and Include Approved Consultant Agreements for Plan Review and Inspection Services for City Projects 22-1667

1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute
Agreements or Amendments with the following
firms for plan review and inspection services
beginning on January 26, 2022 and ending on
November 24, 2024:

1. 4Leaf, Inc. Amendment No. 1

2. Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. Agreement

3. CSG Consultants, Inc. Amendment No. 1

4. Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. Agreement

5. Jason Addison Smith Consulting Services, Inc.
(JAS Pacific) Amendment No. 2

6. Plan Review Consultants, Inc. Amendment No. 4

7. Shums Coda Associates Inc. Amendment No. 5

8. Synergetic Consulting Amendment No. 2

9. TRB + Associates, Inc. Amendment No. 5

2. Authorize the City Manager to increase the
maximum aggregate compensation by $500,000 for
a new revised amount of $2,949,000 across all ten
firms listed below:

1. 4Leaf, Inc. Amendment No. 1

2. Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. Agreement

3. CSG Consultants, Inc. Amendment No. 1

4. Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. Agreement

5. Jason Addison Smith Consulting Services, Inc.
(JAS Pacific) Amendment No. 2

6. Plan Review Consultants, Inc. Amendment No. 4

7. Shums Coda Associates, Inc. Amendment No. 5

8. Synergetic Consulting Amendment No. 2

9. TRB + Associates, Inc. Amendment No. 5
Recommendation:

10. West Coast Code Consultants, Inc. Amendment
No. 3; and

10. West Coast Code Consultants, Inc. Amendment
No. 3
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4.P Action on a Resolution Delegating Authority to the City Manager or
Designee to Award and Administer the Public Works
Construction Contracts for the Public Right-of-Way ADA
Improvements - Package 1 Project (CE 20-21-09 (P1)) and the Public Right-of-Way ADA Improvements - Package 2 Project (CE 20-21-09 (P2)) in an Aggregate Amount Not-to-Exceed $8,000,000.
22-1743
Adopt a Resolution Delegating Authority to the City
Manager or Designee to Award and Administer the
Public Works Construction Contracts for the Public
Right-of-Way ADA Improvements - Package 1
Project (CE 20-21-09 (P1)) and the Public
Right-of-Way ADA Improvements - Package 2
Project (CE 20-21-09 (P2)) in an Aggregate Amount
Not-to-Exceed $8,000,000.

Recommendation:

4.Q Action on Appointments to City Committees and Area
Wide/Outside Agency Committees for the 2022 Calendar Year 22-89
Approve the appointments to the City and Area
Wide/Outside Agency Committees.

Recommendation:

4.R Action on a Resolution to Modify Parking Regulations on El Camino Real
22-1700
Adopt a resolution to modify certain parking
regulations on El Camino Real.

Recommendation:

4.S Action to Approve a Housing Division Write-Off Policy and Reconcile the City’s Neighborhood Conservation & Improvement Program (NCIP) Loan Portfolio
22-1753
Approve the Housing Division Write-Off Policy and the
reconciliation of the City’s Neighborhood
Conservation & Improvement Program (NCIP) Loan
Portfolio with a recommended write-off in the amount
of $115,884.79.

Recommendation:

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4.T Action on Approval of a Two-Year Subscription Agreement with Thomson Reuters for Westlaw Online Legal Research Services, and Authorization to Execute Future Subscription Agreements Subject to the Appropriation of Funds
22-06
Authorize the City Manager to:

1. Execute the required paperwork for a two-year
subscription for Westlaw on-line legal research and
associated services with maximum compensation
not to exceed $46,519.44 for the two-year term;

2. Authorize the City Manager to renew or enter into
new subscription agreements for Westlaw on-line
legal research services after the initial two-year
term, as determined necessary by the City Attorney
and subject to the appropriation of funds; and

3. Authorize the City Manager to purchase optional
Westlaw add-on services, on an as-required basis
and subject to the appropriation of funds.

Recommendation:

Santa Clara Stadium Authority Consent Calendar

5.A Action on Stadium Authority Bills and Claims for the Month of October 2021
22-1721
Approve the list of Stadium Authority Bills and Claims
for October 2021.

Recommendation:

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5.B Action to Amend Agreement with Contractor Compliance and Monitoring,
Inc. for Labor Compliance Services, Approve
Purchase of Dispatch Monitors CapEx Project, and Award a Purchase Order to Interior Motions for One Office Chair 22-09

1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute
Amendment No. 1 to the existing agreement with
Contractor Compliance and Monitoring Inc. for
labor compliance consulting services to extend the
term by three years ending on March 31, 2025, and
add an additional $20,000 for a total not to exceed
amount of $40,000, subject to future budget
appropriations;

2. Approve a budget amendment for the Dispatch
Monitors CapEx Project that updates the project
scope to reflect four curved 40” monitors as
requested by the Police Department;

3. Authorize the Executive Director to purchase four
curved 40” monitors for Levi’s Stadium Command
Post workstations from Dell (Dispatch Monitors
CapEx Project), in the amount of $7,582 plus
shipping; and

4. Authorize the Executive Director to award a
purchase order to Interior Motions for one office
chair in the amount of $819 plus shipping.

Recommendation:

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
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CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION

PUBLIC HEARING/GENERAL BUSINESS

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6. Action on Resolution for an Exception to the 180 Day Waiting Period To Appoint Retired Annuitants To Serve as Temporary Extra Help (Government Code Sections 7522.56 and 21224) 22-50
Alternative 1: Adopt the attached Resolutions for an
Exception to the 180 Day Waiting Period To Appoint
Two Retired Annuitants To Serve as Temporary Extra
Help (Government Code Sections 7522.56 and
21224).

Recommendation:

7. Consider the Senior Advisory Commission’s Transportation Interest Letter and Request for Referral of the topic to the Council Priority Setting Session
22-1730
Review the Senior Advisory Commission
Transportation Interest Letter and refer the issue of a transportation needs analysis to the Council Priority
Setting Session.

Recommendation:

8. Action on Sustainable Communities Project Exemption and Architectural
Approval for a 59-Unit Affordable Mixed-Use
Project Located at 3941 Stevens Creek Boulevard
22-1657

1. Adopt a resolution approving the Sustainable
Communities Project Exemption to exempt the
project from CEQA review, in accordance with
PRC Section 21155.1; and

2. Approve the architectural review of the 59-unit
100% affordable mixed-use project at 3941
Stevens Creek Boulevard.

3. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and
execute the Density Bonus Housing Agreement in
accordance with Santa Clara City Code Section

18.78.060.

Recommendation:

9. Update on Discussions with Parking Maintenance District No. 122 -
Franklin Square (PMD 122) Property Owners Regarding
Council’s Request to Explore Increased Contributions for Operations and Maintenance Costs
22-1672
Note and file this informational report.Recommendation:

REPORTS OF MEMBERS AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES

CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT

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ADJOURNMENT
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT
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SUBJECT
Conference with Legal Counsel-Existing Litigation (CC)
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Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2) - Exposure to litigation Number of potential cases: 1
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SUBJECT
Joint City Council and Planning Commission Study Session on Senate Bill (SB) 9

COUNCIL PILLAR
Promote and Enhance Economic, Housing and Transportation Development

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Senate Bill (SB) 9 (Atkins), signed into law by Governor Newsom on September 16, 2021, effective January 1, 2022, preempts restrictions imposed by local jurisdictions to allow property owners within a single-family residential zone to build two units and/or to subdivide a lot into two parcels, for a total of four units.

The law also outlines how jurisdictions may regulate SB 9 projects. Jurisdictions may only apply objective zoning, subdivision, and design standards to these projects, and these standards may not preclude the construction of up to two units of at least 800 square feet each. Jurisdictions can conduct objective design review but may not have hearings for units that meet the state rules (with limited exceptions).

The purpose of this study session is to provide the Planning Commission and City Council with an overview of SB 9 and discuss some examples of how other jurisdictions have proposed to regulate SB 9 projects, and how the City of Santa Clara could adopt its own implementing ordinance with objective design, subdivision, and zoning standards.

BACKGROUND
SB 9 requires ministerial approval of the following development activities:
· Two-unit housing development - Two homes on an eligible single-family residential parcel (whether the proposal adds up to two new housing units or adds one new unit to one existing unit).
· Urban lot split - A one-time subdivision of an existing single-family residential lot into two parcels. This would allow up to a total of four units (unless a jurisdiction decides to allow additional units).

SB 9 applies to all single-family (R1-6L and R1-8L) residentially zoned properties within an urbanized area with several key exceptions:
· Environmentally sensitive areas
· Environmental hazard areas if mitigations are not possible · Historic properties and districts
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· Properties where the Ellis Act was used to evict tenants at any time in the last 15 years. The Ellis Act is a 1985 California state law that allows landlords to evict residential tenants to "go out of the rental business".
· Additionally, demolition is generally not permitted for units rented in the last 3 years, rent- controlled units or units restricted to people of low or moderate incomes.

This law is similar to recent state ADU legislation in that it allows jurisdictions to apply local standards as long as they do not prevent the development of a small new home (or multiple homes in the case of lot splits). Market analysis predicts the uptake will be limited in part because homeowners already have many of the same rights under the ADU law. The bigger change is likely permitting the splitting and sale of lots by homeowners.

What Can Be Built
Prior to SB 9
Prior to SB 9, a single-family residentially zoned property was allowed one primary dwelling unit, one Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), and one Junior ADU, for a total of up to three housing units. 1 primary dwelling unit +
1 ADU + 1 JADU = 3 Total Housing Units
SB 9 with no Lot Split
Homeowners can use SB 9 to build two new homes on a vacant lot. If there is an existing home, they can add one primary dwelling unit. In addition, an ADU and a JADU would also be allowed, for a total of up to four housing units.
2 primary dwelling units +
1 ADU + 1 JADU = 4 Total Housing Units
SB 9 with Lot Split
Homeowners that split a lot will be allowed to build one new primary dwelling unit plus one additional primary dwelling unit or one ADU on each of the two new lots, allowing for a total of up to four housing units.
1 primary dwelling unit +
1 primary dwelling unit or 1 ADU =
2 Housing Units on each lot (4 Total Housing Units )
The following graphic illustrates potential scenarios that could occur on a single-family property under SB 9:

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USING SB 9 WITHOUT A LOT SPLIT:
• Without a lot split , SB 9 does not limit the number
of ADUs or JADUs (B2, 02) - but other laws might.
• SB 9 could be interpreted to allow 2 new units
beyond an existing unit (up to 3 units/lot, plus
any allowed ADUs/ JADUs).

USING SB 9 WITH A LOT SPLIT:
• SB 9 does not require jurisdictions
to approve more than 4 units
total , including any ADUs/ JADUs.

SINGLE-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
SB 9 can be used to develop single
units - but projects must comply
with all SB 9 requirements.
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USING SB 9 WITHOUT A LOT SPLIT:
• Without a lot split , SB 9 does not limit the number
of ADUs or JADUs (B2, D2) - but other laws might .
• SB 9 could be interpreted to allow 2 new units
beyond an existing unit (up to 3 units/lot , plus
any allowed ADUs/ JADUs).

USING SB 9 WITH A LOT SPLIT:
• SB 9 does not require jurisdictions
to approve more than 4 units
total , including any ADUs/ JADUs.

SINGLE-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
SB 9 can be used to deve lop single
un its - but projects must comply
with all SB 9 requirements .
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Potential New Home Creation
It is unclear how many homes will be created by SB 9 over time. While SB 9 increases the zoned potential for residential units in single-family neighborhoods, market conditions and other factors are likely to limit the impacts of SB 9. The City of Santa Clara has approximately 18,000 single-family residential lots that would be subject to SB 9. While social, physical or economic factors will likely constrain utilization o the SB 9 provisions, the new law should still be expected to result in changes within established Santa Clara neighborhoods. (Constraints may include construction costs, a limited number of developers interested in taking on small scale projects, smaller properties that constrain the ability to develop multiple units, and/or the desire of property owners to continue living in traditional single-family homes within established neighborhoods.) While SB 9 applies to an estimated 18,000 parcels in the City of Santa Clara, past experience with state housing laws such as Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) laws suggests that only a small percentage of owners may choose to utilize SB 9. For reference, in 2020, a similar number of parcels were eligible to build up to two ADUs (one full size and one junior) in the City of Santa Clara, but only 74 permits for ADUs were issued, and almost all of those were for one ADU per lot.

In July, UC Berkeley's Terner Center for Housing Innovation published a report on SB 9, concluding that single family homes would continue to be the dominant land use in areas covered by SB 9. This is because single family sales prices are high, many lots have limited buildable area, and construction costs limit what is feasible. Even when the economics are right, many property owners will still choose not to build. The report estimates that less than 4-percent (approximately 700 lots) of City of Santa Clara Printed on 1/20/2022Page 5 of 10
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the City of Santa Clara’s single-family parcels would be economically viable to allow new unit construction under SB 9, compared to prior law. The report states that the construction of 1,100 new units in Santa Clara could be market-feasible under SB9.

Note the Terner Center projection is a snapshot of economic viability under current market conditions, not a time-horizon forecast. Changes in land, labor, and material cost over time will continue to shift the number of parcels that may be potentially developed under SB 9.

Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA)
SB 9 units may be able to count for purposes of Housing Elements and RHNA, but the exact methodology is currently unclear. In future years, it will be based on actual construction trends, but for the upcoming housing element, there is not sufficient time or data available to establish a pattern upon which to project housing yield. HCD is expected to provide guidance on this in the coming months. For subsequent annual progress reports to the State, local jurisdictions will be required to include data on all SB 9 units and applications for urban lot splits.

Regulations
The law details which ways jurisdictions may regulate SB 9 proposals. There are some actions jurisdictions must take, some decisions that jurisdictions can choose to take, and some areas they may not regulate.

The following requirements and limitations apply to all two-unit housing development and urban lot split projects under SB 9:
· Ministerial review - Jurisdictions must review and process applications for SB 9 two-unit housing developments and urban lot splits ministerially, without any discretionary/subjective review or CEQA.
· Objective standards - Jurisdictions may only impose objective zoning, design, and subdivision standards. Such standards shall not physically preclude the construction of two units of at least 800 square feet each, per property. Note that applicants may propose units that are as small as 220 square feet.
· 4-foot rear and side setbacks - Jurisdictions may not impose residential setbacks greater than 4 feet for side and rear property lines.
· Rebuild demolished buildings with same setback - Jurisdictions may not impose any new setback requirements for a new residence constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure that is demolished. · Zero or one parking space - Jurisdictions may not require more than one parking space per unit. For properties within one-half mile walking distance of either a high-quality transit corridor or a major transit stop, or within one block of a car share vehicle, no parking spaces may be required.
· Denials for public health and safety exemption - Jurisdictions may only deny an SB 9 proposal if the Building Official finds that it would have a “specific, adverse impact [as defined by law], upon public health and safety or the physical environment and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.” Any denials must be based on objective, identified public health and safety standards, policies or conditions that existed when the application was submitted.

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· Attached buildings allowed - Jurisdictions may not reject an application because it proposes adjacent or connected structures provided that the structures meet building code safety standards and are sufficient to allow separate conveyance. Note that SB 9 does not define “sufficient to allow separate conveyance.”
The following additional limitations apply to all urban lot split projects under SB 9:
· Dedications/Improvements - Jurisdictions may not require dedications of rights-of-way or the construction of offsite improvements.
· Easements - Jurisdictions may require easements required for the provision of public services and facilities and may require that parcels have access to, provide access to, or adjoin the public right-of-way.
· No correction of non-conforming conditions - Jurisdictions may not require correction of an existing legal non-conforming condition as a condition for ministerial approval.

Additional Information on Applicability and Restrictions SB 9 applies in all Urban Areas, as defined by the US Census Bureau, except the following:
· Environmental Sensitivity/Environmental Hazards - Properties designated as:
o Prime farmland or farmland of statewide importance
o Wetlands
o Within a very high fire hazard severity zone (with exceptions) o A hazardous waste site (with exceptions)
o Within a delineated earthquake fault zone (with exceptions) o Within a flood zone (with exceptions)
o Identified for conservation or under conservation easement o Habitat for protected species
· Ellis Act - Properties where the Ellis Act was used to evict tenants at any time in the last 15 years.
· Historic Properties - Properties located in a state or local historic district, or properties designated historic landmarks on a state or local register.

SB 9 includes the following additional restrictions:
· Deed restricted affordable housing and rental housing - SB 9 projects may not demolish housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rents to levels affordable to persons and families of moderate, low, or very low income. Nor is it allowed for housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control through a public entity’s valid exercise of its police power. Demolition is also not permitted for housing that has been occupied by a tenant in the last three years.
· No short-term rentals - Rental terms less than 30 days are not allowed. · Limits on demolition - Projects may not demolish more than 25 percent of existing exterior structural walls unless (a) the property has not been occupied by a tenant for 3 years or (b) otherwise allowed by the jurisdiction.

The following rules are specific to SB 9 Urban Lot Splits:
· One lot split only - Only one lot split is allowed through use of SB 9 (additional splits would only be possible if otherwise allowed by the City’s Zoning Code).

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· Residential only - The uses on the resulting lots are limited to residential uses. · Approximately equal size - Each new parcel must be “approximately equal” in lot area provided that one parcel shall not be smaller than 40 percent the size of the original parcel. · Minimum parcel size - No parcel shall be less than 1,200 square feet. Jurisdictions may by ordinance adopt a smaller minimum lot size subject to ministerial approval. · Intention to occupy - The subdivider must sign an affidavit stating they intend to occupy one of the units for a minimum of three years. The local jurisdiction cannot impose additional owner occupancy standards. Community land trusts and qualified nonprofits are exempted from this requirement.
· Limits on adjacent urban lot splits - Neither the subdivider nor any person “acting in concert” with the subdivider has previously subdivided an adjacent parcel using an urban lot split. Note that SB 9 does not define what “acting in concert” means, or how it would be proven.

DISCUSSION
As described above, the law establishes limited standards that jurisdictions may apply to the review of qualifying SB 9 projects. However, jurisdictions may impose objective zoning, subdivision, and design standards to the extent that those standards do not conflict with the limitations imposed by SB 9 and would not physically preclude the construction of up to two units of at least 800 square feet each.

Staff is seeking input on the following topics where the City of Santa Clara can apply existing objective standards and establish new objective standards for the review of SB 9 applications:
· Parking - SB 9 limits the number of parking spaces that can be required to a maximum of one space per unit, or no parking if the parcel is within one-half mile of a high-quality transit corridor or a major transit stop, or if the parcel is within one block of a car share. o Since SB 9 is otherwise silent on the topic of parking, the City may apply current zoning parking design standards (or develop less restrictive standards) for SB 9 projects that are required to provide parking or propose parking.
· Urban Lot Split Standards - SB 9 requires that one parcel shall not be smaller than 40 percent of the lot area of the original parcel and both newly created parcels are no smaller than 1,200 square feet. Forty percent of a typical 6,000 square foot lot is 2,400 square feet. o The City may apply current zoning and subdivision standards to SB 9 Urban Lot Split projects to the extent that those standards do not conflict with the limitations imposed by SB 9. The City may establish lot width, frontage width, and flag lot standards that are specific to SB 9 Urban Lot Split projects.
· Privacy - Privacy is not addressed in SB 9. Establishing objective standards for the following could help address privacy concerns:
o Size and/or placement of second stories
o Size, placement, or style of second story windows
o Second story balconies and roof decks
· Maximum Unit Size - Local standards shall not preclude construction of up to 2 units that are each at least 800 square feet.
o Since SB 9 is otherwise silent on unit size, the City may establish a maximum unit size that is at least 800 square feet. Note that an applicant may propose units as small as 220 square feet.

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· Neighborhood Compatibility - There are no standards in SB 9 that address neighborhood compatibility concerns, but the City may apply current zoning development standards and can adopt additional objective standards that are not in conflict with SB 9 including the following:
o Front and street-side setbacks
o Front door placement/orientation
o Garage location/size
o Front yard landscaping
The presentation for the study session will include examples of how other jurisdictions propose to address the above topic areas and recommendations for how the City of Santa Clara could address these topics.

Historic Preservation - As mentioned above, SB9 is not applicable to properties located in a state or local historic district, or properties designated historic landmarks on a state or local register. The City may want to consider undertaking or promoting the designation of historical properties or districts as a means of preserving historical areas that could be otherwise affected by SB9.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered is a study session only and does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(a), as it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

Future action to adopt an ordinance implementing SB 9 would not be considered a project per Section 65852.21(j) of the California Government Code.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the City other than administrative staff time and expense.

COORDINATION
This report has been coordinated with the City Attorney’s Office and the City Manager’s Office.

PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> or at the
public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.

RECOMMENDATION
Provide feedback on the following SB 9 Study Session topics:

1. Parking

2. Urban Lot Split Standards

3. Privacy

4. Maximum Unit Size

5. Neighborhood Compatibility
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6. Researching Historic Preservation Analysis and Incentives Reviewed by: Andrew Crabtree, Director, Community Development Department Approved by: Deanna J. Santana, City Manager

ATTACHMENTS

1. SB 9 Overview/Checklist

2. SB 9 FAQ
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SENATE BILL 9 (SB 9): AN OVERVIEW

WHAT IT IS AND HOW IT IMPACTS RESIDENTIAL LAND USE
Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) is a new California State Law taking effect January 1, 2022 .

Similar to previous state legislation on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), SB 9 overrides existing density limits in single -family zones. SB 9 is intended to support increased supply of starter, modestly priced homes by encouraging building of smaller houses on small lots.

SB 9 WAIVES DISCRETIONARY REVIEW AND PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR:

BUILDING TWO HOMES

ON A PARCEL IN A SINGLE-FAMILY ZONE & SUBDIVIDING A LOT INTO TWO THAT CAN BE SMALLER THAN REQUIRED MIN. SIZE
Used together, this allows 4 HOMES where 1 was allowed before.

SB 9 CAN BE USED TO: Add new homes to existing parcel • Divide existing house into multiple units • Divide parcel and add homes

WHAT IT CAN MEAN FOR DEVELOPMENT OF NEW HOMES
Illustrations are based on a preliminary analysis of the law. Details are subject to cha nge and are for informational purposes only.

VACANT LOT

LOT WITH

SINGLE-FAMILY HOME

LOT WITH
NONCONFORMING DUPLEX *

LOT WITH SINGLE -FAMILY

HOME AND AN ADU
BEFORE
No units
1 unit
Up to 2 units
(nonconforming)
1 unit
+ 1 ADU/JADU

ADD UNITS,

NO LOT SPLIT
Up to 2 units
+ 2 ADUs/JADUs
Up to 2 units
+ 2 ADUs/JADUs
No additional units
Can add 1 addtl. unit
+ 1 ADU/JADU

ADD UNITS,

LOT SPLIT
Up to 4 total units
Up to 4 total units
Up to 4 total units
Up to 4 total units
*Legally constructed but not currently permitted. Check your local ordinance for nonconforming use policies.

USING SB 9 WITHOUT A LOT SPLIT:
• Without a lot split, SB 9 does not limit the number
of ADUs or JADUs (B2, D2) – but other laws might.
• SB 9 could be interpreted to allow 2 new units
beyond an existing unit (up to 3 units/lot, plus
any allowed ADUs/JADUs).

USING SB 9 WITH A LOT SPLIT:
• SB 9 does not require jurisdictions
to approve more than 4 units
total, including any ADUs/JADUs.

SINGLE-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
SB 9 can be used to develop single
units – but projects must comply
with all SB 9 requirements.

THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE LEGAL ADVICE OR OPINIONS REGARDING SPECIFIC FACTS. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SB 9, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR OWN LEGAL COUNSEL. ~ ASSOCIATION
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DOES THE PROJECT QUALIFY?
2-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS AND LOT SPLITS
• Single-family lot (usually R1-6L or R1-8L)
• Located in an urbanized area or urban cluster1
• Not in state/local historic district, not an historic landmark • Meets requirements of SB35 subparagraphs (a)(6)(B)-(K)2:

PROPERTY CANNOT BE:
o Prime farmland or farmland of statewide importance (B) o Wetlands (C)
o Identified for conservation or under conservation
easement (I+K)
o Habitat for protected species (J)

PROPERTY CANNOT BE (UNLESS MEETING SPECIFIED
REQUIREMENTS):
o Within a very high fire hazard safety zone (D)
o A hazardous waste size (E)
o Within a delineated earthquake fault zone (F)
o Within a 100-year floodplain or floodway (G+H)
• Project would not alter nor demolish:
o Deed-restricted affordable housing
o Rent-controlled housing
o Housing on parcels with an Ellis Act eviction in last 15 yrs o Housing occupied by a tenant currently or in last 3 yrs3 Addtl. Qualifications for
2-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
• Project does not remove
more than 25% of exterior
walls on a building that
currently has a tenant or
has had a tenant in the last
3 yrs even if the rental unit
itself isn’t altered
Addtl. Qualifications for

LOT SPLITS
• Lot is split roughly in half
– smaller lot is at least
40% of the original lot4
• Each new lot is at least
1,200ft2 5,6
• Lot is not adjacent to
another lot split by SB 9
by the same owner or
“any person acting in
concert with the owner”
• Lot was not created by a
previous SB 9 split7

RELATIONSHIPS TO OTHER LAWS
CEQA Does not apply to 2 -unit or lot split approvals
or ordinances implementing 2 -unit or lot split provisions COASTAL ACT Applies, but no public hearings needed for duplex and lot split coastal development permits
HOUSING CRISIS ACT Local ordinances cannot impose
restrictions that reduce the intensity of land use on
housing sites (including total building envelope, density, etc.) SB8 SB 9 projects are subject to Permit Streamlining Act deadlines
SB478 Does not apply to single -family zones

LIMITATIONS APPLIED
2-UNIT DEVS. AND LOT SPLITS
• Agencies MUST only impose objective 8 zoning standards, subdivision standards, and design standards (they may impose a local ordinance to set these standards)
o These standards MUST not preclude 2 units of at least 800ft 2 • Projects must follow local yard, height, lot coverage, and other developm ent standards, EXCEPT:
• A local agency MAY NOT require rear or side setbacks of more than 4 feet, and cannot require any setback if utilizing an existing structure or rebuilding a same -dimensional structure in the same location as an existing structure
• Project MAY be denied if a building official makes a written finding of specific, adverse impacts on public health or safety based on inconsistency with objective standards, with no feasible method to mitigate or avoid impact
• Agency MAY require 1 parking space /unit, unless the project is:
o Within 1/2 mile of “high -quality transit corridor” or “major transit stop” 9
o Within 1 block of a carshare vehicle
• Agency MUST require that units created by SB 9 are not used for short-term rental (up to 30 days)
• Agency MUST allow proposed adjacent or connected structures as long as they comply with building codes and are “sufficient to allow separate conveyance”
• HOAs MAY restrict use of SB 9
2-UNIT DEVS
• Without a lot split, agency
CANNOT use SB 9 to limit
ADUs/JADUs e.g., lot can have
2 primary units+1 ADU+1 JADU
• Agency MUST include # of SB
9 units in annual progress
report
• For properties with on-site
wastewater treatment, agency
MAY require a percolation test
w/in last 5 years or
recertification within last 10
years

LOT SPLITS
• Agency MAY approve more
than 2 units on a new parcel
including ADUs, JADUs, density
bonus units, duplex units
• Project MUST conform to all
relevant objective reqs. of
Subdivision Map Act
• Agency MAY require
easements for provision of
public services and facilities
• Agency MAY require parcels
to have access to, provide
access to, or adjoin public
right of way
• Project MUST be for residential
uses only
• Applicant MUST sign affidavit
stating they intend to live in one
of the units for 3+ years10
• Agency MUST include number of
SB 9 lot split applications in
annual progress report
• Agency CANNOT require right-
of-way dedications or off-site
improvements
• Agency CANNOT require
correction of nonconforming
zoning conditions

KEY DECISIONS FOR AGENCIES TO MAKE
WHETHER TO REQUIRE:
• 1 parking space per unit
• 2-UNITS Septic tank percolation
tests
• 2-UNITS Owner-occupancy
• SPLIT Public services/facilities
easement
• SPLIT Right-of-way easements
WHETHER TO ALLOW:
• Creation of lots <1,200ft2
• SPLIT >2 units/new lot
DEFINE:
• Objective zoning/subdivision/
design review standards
• “Acting in concert with owner”
• “Sufficient for separate
conveyance”
CREATE:
• Application forms and checklists
• Recording of deed restrictions
for short-term rentals and future
lot splits
• Owner-occupancy affidavit
1 Defined by the Census Bureau
2 See Section 65913.4(a)(6) Exclusions for full details and definitions 3 Lot can split, then new units added to the lot w/o the Ellis -affected building 4 Each lot can be smalle r than required minimum lot size 5 This number can be lowered by local ordinance
6 If min. size is 1,200ft 2, this requires a 2,400ft 2 lot, or 3,000ft 2 if a 60/40 split 7 This does not apply to previous lot splits taken under usual Map Act procedures 8 “Objective” as defined by the Housing Accountability Act 9 See Sections 21155 and 21064.3 of the Public Resources Code for definitions 10 Unless the applicant is a land trust or qualified non -profi t

1 Senate Bill 9 – Ministerial Urban Lot Splits & Two-Unit Developments Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

DISCLAIMER: These frequently asked questions about SB 9 are provided by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG). This document is intended to provide general information and does not constitute legal advice. Additional facts, facts specific to a particular situation, or future developments may affect the subjects discussed in this document. Seek the advice of your attorney before acting or relying upon the following information.

BASICS

1. When does SB 9 go into effect?
January 1, 2022.

2. What is the definition of an urbanized area or urban cluster? As defined by the U.S. Census Bureau, an urbanized area is an area with 50,000 or more persons, and an urban cluster is an area with at least 2,500 people, but less than 50,000 people. Maps of urbanized areas and urban clusters can be found on the official U.S. Census Bureau website.

3. Can you use SB 9 in zones that allow single-family development but are zoned primarily for multi-family or mixed-use development?
No. The language of the statute is clear that it applies only to parcels in single- family residential zones. Since the intent of the legislation was to upzone or densify areas where only single-family development is currently permitted, it would not serve the purposes of the legislation for it to apply in areas where multi-family or denser uses are already permitted. SB 9 also does not apply to a parcel that is currently developed with a single-family home, if that parcel is located in anything other than a single-family residential zone.

4. Does SB 9 apply to homeowners' associations (HOAs)?
SB 9 overrides local zoning only. It does not address rules or restrictions implemented and adopted by homeowners' associations or included in CC&Rs (covenants, conditions, and restrictions).

5. Is a lot eligible for an SB 9 lot split if it was split before SB 9? Yes. The language of SB 9 only prohibits an applicant from using SB 9 to subdivide a lot if it was previously split using the authority contained in SB 9. Even after using SB 9, the lot could be further split using ordinary procedures under the Subdivision Map Act and local subdivision ordinance subject to minimum lot size and other requirements that apply to the parcel.

2 6. Is the restriction on the demolition of 25% of the exterior walls of the building only applicable to deed-restricted affordable units?
No. This restriction applies to all units unless (1) the city adopts an ordinance allowing for demolition of more than 25% of the exterior walls of an existing structure, or (2) a tenant has not resided on the property in the last three (3) years.

7. How do you verify that existing housing has not been rented in the last 3 years?
SB 9 does not provide an explicit mechanism for determining whether existing housing has been rented in the last three years. Given that, this is an issue that local agencies will want to address in an implementing ordinance or in their application procedures. Some approaches might include:
 In jurisdictions with existing records of rental properties, which may include business licenses, rent control registries, or inspection records, using data from the local records to be cross-referenced upon submission of an SB 9 application;
 Requiring applicants to sign a declaration under penalty of perjury; and/or  Providing that it is a violation of the Municipal Code or allowing a private cause of action if inaccurate information is submitted.

8. When the provisions of SB 9 are unclear, can we seek clarification from the Department of Housing and Community Development?
Unlike other recent state laws, such as SB 35 or SB 330, SB 9 does not include any provisions requiring HCD to issue guidelines for the implementation of SB 9.

Nonetheless, HCD has indicated that it intends to provide a technical assistance (TA) memo on SB 9 implementation. The timeline for when HCD's TA memo will be available is unclear.

INTERSECTION WITH OTHER LAWS

9. How does the state Density Bonus Law apply to the 4-unit scenario? State Density Bonus Law would not be applicable to SB 9 projects. Government Code § 65915(i) defines "housing development project," for the purposes of state density bonus, as "a development project for five or more residential units." SB 9 covers up to four units total on two contiguous lots. Additionally, the urban lot split section states specifically that local agencies are not required to allow more than the maximum of two units on each lot notwithstanding any provision of density bonus law.

10. How do SB 9 urban lot splits relate to the Subdivision Map Act and the fact that the Subdivision Map Act requires general plan conformance? The language in SB 9 overrides any conflicting provisions of the Subdivision Map 3 Act. Specifically, Government Code § 66411.7(b)(2) provides that "[a] local agency shall approve an urban lot split only if it conforms to all applicable objective requirements of the Subdivision Map Act…, except as otherwise expressly provided in this section." General Plan and specific plan conformance is not required if it would preclude lot splits mandated by SB9.

11. Do minimum frontage requirements apply to restrict lot subdivision? Minimum frontage requirements continue to apply unless the requirements would physically preclude the lot split or the construction of two units of at least 800 square feet each. However, SB 9 does allow local agencies to require the resulting parcels to have access to, provide access to, or adjoin the public right-of-way.

12. How does the Permit Streamlining Act apply if these are ministerial actions? SB 8, also effective January 1, 2022, extends the requirements of the Permit Streamlining Act to housing projects of one unit or more that require no discretionary approvals. As a consequence, SB 9 projects are subject to the Permit Streamlining Act’s requirements for completeness letters (within 30 days of submittal) and approval deadlines (within 60 days of determining that the project is exempt from CEQA).

QUANTITY/ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS

13. SB 9 states that "[a] housing development contains two residential units if the development proposes no more than two new units or if it proposes to add one new unit to an existing unit." Why are some people saying that you can add two new units to a parcel with an existing single-family home?
As the question states, Gov. Code § 65852.21(i) provides that a development contains two residential units if "the development proposes no more than two new units or if it proposes to add one new unit to one existing unit." This could be interpreted to mean that the statute applies to a two-unit proposal even if those units are proposed for a lot already containing a unit. While the urban lot split section (Gov. Code § 66411.7) clearly allows local agencies to limit total development to two units per lot, including existing units, ADUs, and JADUs, the same language is not present in the two-unit development section. The Legislature’s intent regarding a two-unit development on a single lot is not clear. It may be possible for an applicant who only uses the two-unit development provisions, but not the urban lot split provisions, to have more than two units on the lot.

14. Does SB 9 prohibit ADUs with an urban lot split, or can jurisdictions disallow ADUs with an urban lot split?
SB 9 does not prohibit accessory dwelling units or junior accessory dwelling units on lots created by an urban lot split. Under SB9 a local agency "shall not be required to approve" more than two units (including ADUs and JADUs) on a lot created via an SB 9 lot split.

Agencies may also prohibit ADUs and JADUs on parcels created by urban lot splits that 4 use the two-unit provision. Given this language, local agencies could choose to limit development on lots created by an urban lot split to two primary units each via adoption of an SB 9 implementing ordinance.

15. Are the two new SB 9 units entitled to an ADU or JADU? If the two new SB 9 units are not located on a lot created via the urban lot split provision, then ADUs and JADUs are allowed as under existing law. If the applicant used both the SB 9 lot split provisions and the SB 9 two-unit development provisions, then a local ordinance can limit total development to two units per lot, including ADUs and JADUs, or could choose to allow only two primary units on each lot.

16. If there is an existing four-unit building on a parcel in a single-family residential zone, can an applicant still add a duplex?
The existing four-unit building would already be a non-conforming use in a single-family zone. Depending on the jurisdiction's non-conforming use policies, the non-conforming structure may need to be removed if the applicant wishes to add a duplex. However, the urban lot split provision (section 66411.7(i)) prohibits requiring correction of nonconforming zoning conditions for urban lot splits. Nonetheless, the agency can require that no more than two units be located on each lot.

17. Does SB 9 allow an applicant to use the duplex entitlements to build a single unit "monster home" and get around non-objective single-family design guidelines? Probably, yes. Section 65852.21(a) states, “A proposed housing development containing no more than two residential units within a single-family residential zone shall be considered ministerially, without discretionary review or a hearing….” Later in the section, in paragraph (i), it also states “[a] housing development contains two residential units if the development proposes no more than two new units or if it proposes to add one new unit to one existing unit.” Although it is not clear whether the legislature intended to include single-family home development, the "no more than two units" language in SB 9 could be interpreted to cover development projects proposing to construct one single-family home.

18. Are the new units created via the authority in SB 9 condominiums? Does SB 9 facilitate ministerial condominium conversions? Does SB 9 allow for condominium conversion of existing duplexes?
SB9 does not amend laws regarding condominiums. SB9 does not allow denial of attached units so long as their design and construction allow them to be “separately conveyed,” i.e., sold separately as condominiums may be sold. New units created via the authority in SB 9 may be approved as condominiums if the applicant asks for that approval, but the application would need to meet state and local law concerning 5 condominiums. A jurisdiction's regular condominium conversion process would also continue to apply.

OBJECTIVE STANDARDS

19. Can the applicant seek variances from zoning requirements? SB 9 provides that a local agency may apply its objective zoning standards so long as they do not physically preclude the construction of two units of at least 800 square feet each with four-foot setbacks (no setbacks are required if the unit is constructed in the same location and with the same dimensions as an existing structure). In that situation, the applicant does not need to apply for a variance.

However, if the applicant desires to construct a larger unit which does not meet the agency’s zoning standards, it could be denied under SB 9, or the applicant could apply for a variance.

20. My understanding is that SB 330 requires only objective design standards for design standards adopted after Jan 1, 2020, is this the same for SB 9? SB 330 would apply to an SB 9 implementing ordinance, so any design standards adopted must be objective.

21. For purposes of a duplex, can jurisdictions adopt an objective standard that says the units have to be within, for example, 10 feet of each other? Yes, a city could adopt this as an objective standard. However, if the standard or requirement would physically preclude the construction of two units or the construction of a unit that is at least 800 square feet, then it cannot be applied to the specific project.

Also note that section 66411.7(k) provides that an urban lots split “shall not be rejected solely because it proposes adjacent or connected structures provided that the structures meet building code safety standards and are sufficient to allow separate conveyance.”

22. Is there a street frontage or lot width requirement for ministerial lot splits? SB 9 does not contain street frontage or lot width requirements. A local agency may apply an objective frontage or lot width requirement. It must, however, allow lot splits that create lots that are at least 1,200 square feet each where both lots are of approximately equal size. This likely means that the local agency may not be able to apply its minimum lot dimensions or frontage requirements to some urban lot splits.

23. Is the 4-foot setback provision similar to that for ADUs? Yes. A local agency cannot impose a rear or side setback greater than 4 feet, or less if a structure is in the same location and with the same dimensions as an existing structure.

6 24. Does the right of way dedication provision require cities to allow for flag lots, provided they meet the 60-40 split?
The agency may require the parcel to have access to, provide access to, or adjoin a public right of way but must allow the lot split. Where a parcel does not front on a public right of way, the options are to allow a flag lot or to provide access to the public right-of-way via an easement through the other lot.

25. Could a jurisdiction define "sufficient to allow separate conveyance" to require separate HVAC systems and separate water connection to meet Title 24 requirements?
Yes. Title 24 is a state law requirement. Therefore, compliance can be mandated assuming that Title 24 requires separate HVAC systems and water connections for units that are separately conveyed.

26. If a jurisdiction doesn't require "dedications" but a property owner wants to put in some improvements in the right-of-way, could the jurisdiction require that those meet the jurisdiction’s standards for right of way improvements? If an applicant includes improvements to the public right of way in its SB 9 application, the jurisdiction can require that those improvements meet objective agency standards.

27. Does the requirement for one parking space/unit supersede other local minimum parking requirements? For example, if local parking standards require two covered spaces per residential unit and additional parking spaces tied to additional bedrooms.

Yes, SB 9 supersedes local standards. A local agency "may require" off-street parking of up to one space per unit, and "shall not impose" parking requirements where the parcel is located within one-half mile walking distance of either a high-quality transit corridor or major transit stop, or where there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the parcel.

28. Can a jurisdiction impose affordability requirements on units created via SB 9? There is nothing in the statute that would prohibit the imposition of objective affordability requirements. However, agencies should examine the economic feasibility of any affordability requirements to ensure that urban lot splits and two-unit developments remain economically feasible.

29. Can a local jurisdiction impose conditions of approval on an SB 9 project? A jurisdiction may impose standard objective conditions of approval on an SB 9 project.

7 FIRE/INFRASTRUCTURE CHALLENGES

30. Is it true that SB 9 cannot be used in high fire hazard severity zones? No. SB 9 provides that any proposed two-unit development or urban lot split must comply with the requirements of Government Code § 65913.4(a)(6)(D), which excludes projects in high or very high fire hazard severity zones, unless either: (1) the site was excluded from the zone by the jurisdiction; or (2) the site has adopted fire hazard mitigation measures “pursuant to existing building standards or state fire mitigation measures applicable to the development.” “Fire hazard mitigation measures” and “state fire mitigation measures” are not defined. A local ordinance could specify which “building standards” apply or reference the appropriate “state fire mitigation measures.”

An agency may also reject SB 9 proposals on a case-by-case basis where the local building official makes a written finding that the project would have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety or the physical environment, based on inconsistency with an objective standard, and there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the impact.

31. X County has some areas that are identified as "urban" or "urban clusters" and could be a qualifying parcel under SB9. However, those areas do not have access to water or sewer connections and may have to expand an existing leach field and utilize other water sources. If the applicant cannot demonstrate that they can build what's allowed under SB9 with a wastewater treatment system and water source that meets Environmental Health Codes, would the County be able to deny them their application?
Yes. In this scenario, the county could deny the application because it would not meet objective standards. The building official could also likely make a finding that the project would have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety or the physical environment and that there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid specific impact.

32. If a jurisdiction has substandard existing sewer infrastructure, can those areas of the jurisdiction be excluded from SB 9 applicability?
The local agency likely could not outright exclude those areas from SB 9 applicability.

However, if projects are proposed in these areas, the local building official could deny the application if it would have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety or the physical environment, by violating an existing objective standard, with no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the impact.

8 33. Can a jurisdiction prohibit someone from creating a new unit in an existing structure that would be below the Base Flood Elevation? To qualify for ministerial approval, SB 9 provides that an applicant must comply with all the requirements in Government Code §§ 65913.4(a)(6)(B)-(K). Subparagraphs (G) and (H) exclude development within a flood plain or floodway, respectively, as those sites are determined by maps promulgated by FEMA. However, subparagraphs (G) and (H) also allow development in a flood plain where FEMA has issued a flood plain development permit or meet FEMA criteria and allow development in a floodway where a no-rise certification has been issued or the project otherwise meets FEMA criteria. If these mitigation requirements are met, then it may be possible for the new unit to be built below Base Flood Elevation. Agencies should refer to the text of the statute.

URBAN LOT SPLITS

34. Would the "sufficient to allow separate conveyance" provision allow someone to build an attached duplex but then sell them as two separate lots with their own yard?
"Sufficient to allow separate conveyance" is not defined in the statute. However, “separate conveyance” means that the units can be sold separately. This phrase would seem to require that each unit be built to condominium standards so that they can be sold separately if the local agency approves a condominium application. Agencies may wish to define this in their local ordinances.

35. Should agencies record a deed restriction stating that the lot has been split using SB9 and cannot be split further?
This is not specifically addressed by SB 9. Two possibilities are a recorded deed restriction and a notation on the approved parcel map. It would be good practice for local agencies to include such a requirement in their implementing ordinances.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS/HOUSING ELEMENT

36. How do jurisdictions account for SB 9 in Housing Elements? SB 9 requires jurisdictions to report (1) the number of units constructed pursuant to SB 9 and (2) the number of applications for parcel maps for urban lot splits under SB 9 in their annual housing element report. SB 9 itself does not include any reference to housing elements. The HCD TA memo may provide some guidance on how to project SB 9 development in a community’s housing element.

9 37. What can be included in a sites inventory?
There is nothing in SB 9 that prohibits a jurisdiction from using SB 9-eligible parcels in their sites inventory, but there would be limited history to project how many units might be built and what income levels might be served.

38. Could cities use the Terner Center’s findings to project above moderate- and moderate-income housing in their Housing Elements?
This may be a reasonable approach. It is not known if HCD will accept it, however.

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT
Proclaim Black History Month

DISCUSSION
On January 25, 2022, the Santa Clara City Council will proclaim the month of February 2022 as Black History Month in the City of Santa Clara

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an information report only and no action is being taken by the City Council and no environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) is required.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the City other than staff time.

PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> .

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT
Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Update (October-December 2021) (Deferred for December 14, 2021)

COUNCIL PILLAR
Enhance Community Engagement and Transparency

BACKGROUND
At the January 12, 2021 City Council (Council) meeting, the Council requested that the updates on the Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’s (Task Force) work effort be provided to the Council on a quarterly basis.

DISCUSSION
Task Force Chair Neil Datar will provide a verbal update on the Task Force’s work effort from October to December 2021, including its latest community listening session and a recap on the Task Force’s recent recommendation to Council based on the Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day survey (Attachment 1).

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an information report only and no action is being taken by the City Council and no environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) is required.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact other than staff time.

PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> .

Reviewed by: Genevieve Yip, Management Analyst
Approved by: Deanna J. Santana, City Manager

ATTACHMENTS

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT
Action on the Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’s Recommendation on the Observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day

COUNCIL PILLAR
Enhance Community Engagement and Transparency

BACKGROUND
In recent years, the City of Santa Clara (City) has received several resident inquiries regarding the City's observance of Columbus Day, most of which have urged the City Council (Council) to observe Indigenous Peoples' Day instead of Columbus Day. In an effort to inform the decision- making process, the Task Force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (Task Force) was asked to conduct a review of this issue and submit a recommendation to the full Council.

Consistent with the Task Force’s mission statement to involve the community when developing recommendations for changes in government policies, structures, services, and culture that negatively impact or do not fully benefit historically disenfranchised communities, the Task Force worked with staff to develop a community survey to gather public input on the City’s observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

At its October 29, 2020 Task Force meeting, the Task Force voted to form a subcommittee (“Considerations of Historical Recognitions Subcommittee”) to work with City staff to conduct research related to the renaming of Columbus Day, develop a community survey that respectfully considered the historical significance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day, and identify methods for engaging the public.

At the November 9, 2020 Task Force meeting, former Chair Darius Brown reported that the subcommittee would be reaching out to Native American organizations in Santa Clara County for feedback on the draft survey. Staff presented the draft survey to the Task Force for input at their February 25, 2021 meeting. At the April 12, 2021 Task Force meeting, the Task Force approved the Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day survey and directed staff to move forward with the survey as well as translate the survey in the languages provided by the City before its release.

The Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day survey was conducted from October 21 through November 12, 2021. The public had the option of participating in the survey by taking the survey online on the Task Force’s page: www.SantaClaraCA.gov/EquityTaskForce <http://www.SantaClaraCA.gov/EquityTaskForce>, completing a hard-copy survey, which was made available at the Senior Center, Central Park Library, Northside Branch Library, and City of Santa Clara Printed on 12/1/2021Page 1 of 3
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Mission Branch Library, or by emailing their comments to the Task Force directly at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>. The survey was promoted via the City’s communications channels (GovDelivery, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and NextDoor), and was made available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Hindi, and Tagalog.

Staff is bringing forward the Task Force’s recommendation made at their November 22, 2021 meeting to Council for their consideration, as discussed below.

DISCUSSION
At the November 22, 2021 Task Force special meeting, staff reported on the results of the Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day survey. The report (RTC 21-1668), along with responses collected, is included with this report as Attachment 1.

The City received a total of 815 responses representing 40.75 hours of public comment. The table below summarizes all responses received.

Response to "Please select your position on the observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day."
Responses
Received
Total # of
Responses
Percentage
Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October
142 815 17%
Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors Native Americans) instead of Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October
438 815 54%
Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd Monday of October or on different days.
101 815 12%
Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe Native American Heritage Day on the 4th Friday of September 134 815 16%
After discussing the results of the survey, the Task Force unanimously voted to recommend the observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2
nd Monday of October instead of Columbus Day. As
part of their motion, the Task Force also requested that Council refer the messaging of the renaming of Columbus Day to the Task Force as well as a request that the Task Force work with the Cultural Commission to develop recommendations to further promote and celebrate the cultural heritage of Native Americans, Italian Americans, and all cultures within the City If the Council accepts the Task Force’s recommendation on the observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2
nd Monday of October, a variety of actions will be necessary to designate Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a City-recognized holiday including but not limited to:
· Draft an ordinance stating that the City will determine its holidays in accordance with state law and applicable labor agreements;
· Modify labor agreements to reflect the holiday designation of Indigenous Peoples’ Day; · Amend the most current Personnel and Salary Resolution (Attachment 2) to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day;
· Replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the City calendar.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
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FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with the preparation of this report.

COORDINATION
This report was coordinated with the City Attorney’s Office.

PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email [email protected]
or at the public information desk at any
City of Santa Clara public library.

ALTERNATIVES

1. Accept the Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’s recommendation to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd Monday of October instead of Columbus Day and direct the City Manager to take actions necessary to designate Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a City-recognized holiday.

2. Any other alternative as approved by Council.

RECOMMENDATION
Alternative 1: Accept the Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’s recommendation to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd Monday of October instead of Columbus Day and direct the City Manager to take actions necessary to designate Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a City-recognized holiday.

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REPORT TO TASK FORCE ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

SUBJECT
Discussion and Possible Action on Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day Survey Responses

BACKGROUND
At the October 29, 2020 meeting of the Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Task Force), the Task Force voted to form a subcommittee (“Considerations of Historical Recognitions Subcommittee”) to work with City staff on research for the renaming of Columbus Day, the development of questions, and methods of engaging the public.

At the November 9, 2020 Task Force meeting, Chair Brown reported that the subcommittee had worked with staff to develop a survey that respectfully considers the historical significance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day and that the subcommittee would be reaching out to Native American organizations in Santa Clara County for feedback.

Staff presented the draft survey to the Task Force for input at their February 25, 2021 meeting.

At the April 12, 2021 Task Force meeting, the Task Force approved the Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day survey (Attachment 1) and directed staff to move forward with the survey as well as translate the survey in the languages provided by the City before its release.

The Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day survey was live from October 21, 2021 through November 12, 2021. The survey was promoted via the City’s communications channels (GovDelivery, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and NextDoor), and was made available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Hindi, and Tagalog.

The public had the option to participate in the survey by accessing the survey online on the Task Force’s page: www.SantaClaraCA.gov/EquityTaskForce
<http://www.SantaClaraCA.gov/EquityTaskForce>, completing a hard-copy survey, which were available at the Senior Center, Central Park Library, Northside Branch Library, and Mission Branch Library, or by emailing their comments directly to the Task Force at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> .

DISCUSSION
Staff is bringing forward the survey responses received from October 21, 2021 through November 12, 2021, for the Task Force’s consideration. The Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day survey has received a total of 815 responses. The raw data of collected survey responses is included with this report as Attachment 2. The hard-copy survey responses received at the City’s libraries and Senior Center are included with this report as Attachment 3. Comments with positions on the survey are included with this report as City of Santa Clara Printed on 11/19/2021Page 1 of 2
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Attachment 4. The table below summarizes all responses received.

Response to "Please select your position on the observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day."
Responses
Received
Total # of
Responses
Percentage
Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October
142 815 17%
Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors Native Americans) instead of Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October
438 815 54%
Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd Monday of October or on different days.
101 815 12%
Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe Native American Heritage Day on the 4th Friday of September 134 815 16%

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that it is a governmental organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact other than staff time.

PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>
or at the public information desk at
any City of Santa Clara public library.

RECOMMENDATION
Review Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day Survey responses for possible action.

Reviewed by: Genevieve Yip, Staff Analyst
Approved by: Deanna J. Santana, City Manager

ATTACHMENTS

1. Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day Survey

2. Raw Data of Collected Survey Responses

3. Hard Copies of Collected Survey Responses

4. Email Comments Received on Survey
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Observance of Columbus Day and
Indigenous Peoples' Day Survey
In recent years, the City of Santa Clara (City) has received several resident inquiries regarding the City's observance of Columbus Day, most of which have urged the City Council to rename Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day. Over the past several years, states and cities have started to acknowledge and substitute Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day. This historical recognition across local jurisdictions is a collaborative effort to provide more representation of local and state history.

Columbus Day is a federal holiday that commemorates Christopher Columbus's landing in the Americas on October 12, 1492, and celebrates Italian-American culture and heritage. There has been controversy around the holiday due to Columbus' arrival to North America, which ushered in an era of European conquest and death of Native American people. With his arrival came violence, slavery, forced assimilation and conversion of Native American people to Christianity. It also introduced a host of new diseases that had consequential and long-term effects on Native American people.

The name Indigenous Peoples' Day honors the loss, legacy, and culture of those affected by Columbus' arrival and subsequent American colonization. This name still reflects on the same historical impact of the European Age of Discovery, but with the Native American people at the center of the narrative.

At the October 15, 2020 Task For
ce on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Task Force) meeting, the Task Force discussed the renaming of Columbus Day. The Task Force unanimously approved accepting the Mayor and Council Offices' referral to bring a recommendation to the City Council on the City’s observance of the Columbus Day holiday.

This survey is intended to seek outreach from the community. The survey results are for research purposes only and will be forwarded to the Task Force for consideration when making a recommendation to the City Council.

1. Please select your position on the observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Your Position:

Maintain Status Quo: O bserve Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors Native Americans) instead of Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd Monday of October or on different days
Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe Native American Heritage Day on the 4th Friday of September
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1. Please select your position on the observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

2. Please provide your input on the observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

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Please select your position on the
observance of Columbus Day and
Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Please provide your input on the
observance of Columbus Day and
Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
1 10/22/21 15:48:07 10/22/21 15:48:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
2 10/22/21 15:48:18 10/22/21 15:48:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
3 10/22/21 15:48:17 10/22/21 15:48:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
No more Columbus Day!
4 10/22/21 15:48:21 10/22/21 15:48:53 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
5 10/22/21 15:48:54 10/22/21 15:49:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
6 10/22/21 15:49:08 10/22/21 15:49:33 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
7 10/22/21 15:48:47 10/22/21 15:49:41 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
8 10/22/21 15:48:32 10/22/21 15:49:56 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
9 10/22/21 15:49:35 10/22/21 15:49:56 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
10 10/22/21 15:49:41 10/22/21 15:49:58 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
11 10/22/21 15:49:46 10/22/21 15:50:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
12 10/22/21 15:49:41 10/22/21 15:50:14 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We know so we do better!
13 10/22/21 15:49:40 10/22/21 15:50:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
14 10/22/21 15:49:33 10/22/21 15:50:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
15 10/22/21 15:50:22 10/22/21 15:50:29 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
16 10/22/21 15:50:05 10/22/21 15:50:29 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
17 10/22/21 15:49:21 10/22/21 15:50:37 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Government should spend more time
on items like homelessness.
18 10/22/21 15:50:11 10/22/21 15:50:38 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
19 10/22/21 15:50:27 10/22/21 15:50:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
NA
20 10/22/21 15:50:21 10/22/21 15:50:57 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
21 10/22/21 15:50:24 10/22/21 15:50:58 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
22 10/22/21 15:50:23 10/22/21 15:50:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
23 10/22/21 15:49:13 10/22/21 15:51:12 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Let’s no destroy all of our past
24 10/22/21 15:50:17 10/22/21 15:51:15 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
25 10/22/21 15:49:40 10/22/21 15:51:24 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Preserve our culture and maintain
status quo, by renaming anything and
everything we are only allowing more
division and injustice.
26 10/22/21 15:50:25 10/22/21 15:51:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
27 10/22/21 15:51:12 10/22/21 15:51:41 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
28 10/22/21 15:51:06 10/22/21 15:51:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
29 10/22/21 15:50:40 10/22/21 15:51:57 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
30 10/22/21 15:50:56 10/22/21 15:52:11 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus does not deserve the honor
that comes with the day. The suffrage
of Native Americans is what should be
at the forefront.
31 10/22/21 15:49:13 10/22/21 15:52:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I think it's a fantastic idea to substitute
Columbus Day for Indigenous
People's Day. I'm sure it will make
Columbus posthumously upset, and
anything that can posthumously upset
Columbus is a win in my book.
32 10/22/21 15:49:07 10/22/21 15:52:16 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was just one of many
explorers to run into North America
over the centuries. It's time to retire his
sole recognition and replace it by
honoring those who were here long
long before Europeans.
33 10/22/21 15:50:05 10/22/21 15:52:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Christopher Columbus was a
genocidal maniac who ruthlessly
murdered, raped and sold humans.

We should not observe a day by his
name, but rather use the time to honor
the indigenous people of the land who
literally saved him. Its also worth
noting that Columbus's
contemporaries thought he was a
moron who was terrible at math.
34 10/22/21 15:51:57 10/22/21 15:52:26 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
35 10/22/21 15:51:32 10/22/21 15:52:41 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Christopher Columbus is an important
part of our country's history - the
holiday should remain.
36 10/22/21 15:53:13 10/22/21 15:53:37 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
37 10/22/21 15:52:40 10/22/21 15:53:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
38 10/22/21 15:50:55 10/22/21 15:53:46 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Enough virtue-signaling and political
posturing. Renaming a holiday won't
improve racial justice. Rather, it's just
a symbolic gesture, along the line of
talking and no actions. I'd rather see
real actions and results in virtually
everything career politicians say they'll
do than empty gestures like kneeling,
announcing preferred pronouns (which
somehow confirm the fact that 99.9%
of your connections are heterosexual),
and renaming holidays.
39 10/22/21 15:53:02 10/22/21 15:53:47 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
40 10/22/21 15:53:13 10/22/21 15:53:48 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
41 10/22/21 15:52:31 10/22/21 15:53:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
42 10/22/21 15:48:32 10/22/21 15:53:58 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Enough of cancel culture already. This
vicious circle has to stop before we
ruin ourselves as a nation.
43 10/22/21 15:54:02 10/22/21 15:54:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
44 10/22/21 15:52:41 10/22/21 15:54:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Native Americans were here first. We
cannot celebrate a man who made
false claims, we would be setting a
bad example for future generations.
45 10/22/21 15:54:13 10/22/21 15:54:46 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
46 10/22/21 15:53:26 10/22/21 15:54:54 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
47 10/22/21 15:54:06 10/22/21 15:55:01 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
48 10/22/21 15:54:35 10/22/21 15:55:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
49 10/22/21 15:54:38 10/22/21 15:55:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
50 10/22/21 15:54:36 10/22/21 15:55:17 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
51 10/22/21 15:55:08 10/22/21 15:55:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
52 10/22/21 15:55:28 10/22/21 15:55:55 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
53 10/22/21 15:53:02 10/22/21 15:55:57 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I favor renaming Columbus Day
Native American Heritage Day
54 10/22/21 15:49:44 10/22/21 15:56:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
55 10/22/21 15:54:22 10/22/21 15:56:05 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
56 10/22/21 15:55:01 10/22/21 15:56:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
57 10/22/21 15:55:04 10/22/21 15:56:23 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Yes, please we need to celebrate
Indigenous Peoples' Day instead of
Columbus Day.
58 10/22/21 15:56:11 10/22/21 15:56:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
59 10/22/21 15:56:26 10/22/21 15:56:42 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
60 10/22/21 15:56:00 10/22/21 15:56:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We should be working to lift the
narrative of those who have been
marganilized
61 10/22/21 15:56:24 10/22/21 15:56:59 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
62 10/22/21 15:49:35 10/22/21 15:57:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I'm glad you're considering this. After
listening to the Oct. 5 First Name
Basis Podcast episode called The
Untold Story of Christopher Columbus,
and researching him further, I
definitely don't think he should be
honored. I am of Italian decent, and
feel like we can find plenty of other
ways to honor the good parts of our
heritage. It's not that hard. Look at the
way people of German descent
celebrate with Oktoberfests.
63 10/22/21 15:56:05 10/22/21 15:57:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
64 10/22/21 15:55:25 10/22/21 15:57:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus should not be celebrated.

Indigenous people are the land
owners and we must include them in
the conversation as leading this
conversation.
65 10/22/21 15:57:03 10/22/21 15:57:57 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Both are important and worthy of
honoring for how else do we learn
from our past
66 10/22/21 15:56:28 10/22/21 15:58:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a pirate and a looter
his name should not be honored
67 10/22/21 15:49:43 10/22/21 15:58:11 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus landed in America and is
recognized for that. The indigenous
people were already here. Though
some of the history is unfortunate and
even violent and unfair, it is what it is.

You can not CHANGE history for
future generations. You must
recognize the Holocaust, WWI, WWII
as they are = TRUE HISTORY! Not a
softened version. So I vote for both
days in Oct and Sept. I vote for the
TRUTH! We must carry the TRUTH
forward.
68 10/22/21 15:56:19 10/22/21 15:58:24 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I think Columbus Day is a legitimate
holiday. He connected Europe and
North America. I am not against
Indigenous People's day on any other
day but see no reason to select 4th
Friday in September
69 10/22/21 15:56:08 10/22/21 15:58:26 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
70 10/22/21 15:57:38 10/22/21 15:58:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
71 10/22/21 15:56:29 10/22/21 15:58:33 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It would very appropriate the name
that on the indigenous people who
was exploited/killed by so many non-
original people. At the least this is the
something we can do them.
72 10/22/21 15:58:18 10/22/21 15:58:49 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
73 10/22/21 15:53:01 10/22/21 15:58:51 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We should honor Indigenous people
on a different day. Actually, it was Leif
Erickson who came to America long
before Columbus. Leif Erickson day
should be observed as well.
74 10/22/21 15:58:15 10/22/21 15:58:52 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
75 10/22/21 15:58:40 10/22/21 15:59:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
76 10/22/21 15:57:35 10/22/21 15:59:10 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
77 10/22/21 15:59:02 10/22/21 15:59:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
78 10/22/21 15:57:36 10/22/21 15:59:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
79 10/22/21 15:58:49 10/22/21 15:59:42 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
80 10/22/21 15:59:12 10/22/21 15:59:51 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
81 10/22/21 15:51:30 10/22/21 16:00:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a horrible person.

Disgraceful to continue to observe
Columbus Day. Don’t continue to
observe a day for a murderer.
82 10/22/21 15:59:13 10/22/21 16:00:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
83 10/22/21 15:59:45 10/22/21 16:00:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
84 10/22/21 15:58:59 10/22/21 16:00:12 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I strongly believe that both have their
own values and to maintain the dignity
of both we should observe two
different holidays.
85 10/22/21 15:56:39 10/22/21 16:00:15 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
86 10/22/21 15:59:47 10/22/21 16:00:42 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus should not be celebrated.
87 10/22/21 15:54:59 10/22/21 16:00:42 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Prefer to use both names but if I had
to pick just one, I'd go with Indigenous
Peoples' Day. I was unaware of the
existence of a Native American
Heritage Day.
88 10/22/21 15:49:25 10/22/21 16:00:48 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I believe that the tides are turning in
terms of how the American people, or
in this case, people of Santa Clara,
view how the history of America
should be represented. No longer are
statues of slave owners in public parks
being tolerated by the local citizens,
and the horrors of the past are no
longer being glossed over, but
exposed and discussed in public
schools. To continue celebrating
Columbus Day, I believe, would be to
aid in the stagnation of progress. The
act of replacing Columbus Day with
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is, in and of
itself, acknowledging the history of this
date and its significance to American
history while also giving recognition
and respect to those who suffered at
the hands of ignorant, racist
colonizers, like Columbus. It’s high
time we stop praising the actions of
terrorists like Columbus and begin to
truly appreciate the people who’s rich
culture and way of life we have been
ignoring for far too long.
89 10/22/21 16:00:43 10/22/21 16:00:56 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
90 10/22/21 15:58:35 10/22/21 16:01:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
The state of CA has already started
officially observing it as Indigenous
Peoples' Day, we should catch up with
the times.
91 10/22/21 16:00:42 10/22/21 16:01:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
92 10/22/21 16:00:57 10/22/21 16:01:42 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
93 10/22/21 15:51:34 10/22/21 16:01:44 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
If you truly want to know what people
think about Columbus Day, the people
polled should be those who are of
Italian-American heritage and Native
American Indian heritage. I fall under
both categories. I am Italian and I am
Native American Indian. I am opposed
to using the name indigenous people.
94 10/22/21 16:01:00 10/22/21 16:02:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus exploited indigenous
people. He should NOT be honored
with a holiday.
95 10/22/21 15:59:25 10/22/21 16:02:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
96 10/22/21 15:56:55 10/22/21 16:02:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
American history needs to be
corrected to accurately show how our
history happened. Not to continue the
“white-washed” narrative that has
been shown in the past. If the current
US President can observe Indigenous
Peoples’ Day then is should be
observed annually from this point
forward.
97 10/22/21 15:58:53 10/22/21 16:02:21 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
98 10/22/21 16:01:08 10/22/21 16:02:36 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
99 10/22/21 16:00:51 10/22/21 16:02:55 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
100 10/22/21 16:00:59 10/22/21 16:03:10 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
101 10/22/21 16:02:48 10/22/21 16:03:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
102 10/22/21 15:50:01 10/22/21 16:03:49 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Thank you for considering this issue. I
have suggested the third position as
we do not need to discard a particular
interpretation of history and discount
the legacy of one section of our
society in order to celebrate another.
103 10/22/21 16:03:45 10/22/21 16:04:35 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
104 10/22/21 16:03:37 10/22/21 16:04:44 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
105 10/22/21 15:59:35 10/22/21 16:04:47 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We should be celebrating and
supporting the Native People of this
land instead of honoring an individual
who brought destruction and pain.
106 10/22/21 16:04:48 10/22/21 16:05:11 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
107 10/22/21 16:02:18 10/22/21 16:05:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
108 10/22/21 15:57:54 10/22/21 16:05:20 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I would like to see both narratives
acknowledged together. It doesn't
have to be one or the other: both
narratives contain elements to
celebrate and to grieve. How about
naming the holiday "Early Americas
Day" or something like that and using
the occasion to remember that era in
America's history as it actually
transpired?
109 10/22/21 16:05:03 10/22/21 16:05:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
110 10/22/21 16:06:07 10/22/21 16:06:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
111 10/22/21 16:05:03 10/22/21 16:06:35 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
112 10/22/21 16:04:55 10/22/21 16:06:42 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus Day also celebrates the
contributions of Italians. Let us not
forget any of the groups of people who
have made America what it is.
113 10/22/21 16:04:54 10/22/21 16:06:47 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
114 10/22/21 16:06:19 10/22/21 16:06:54 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
115 10/22/21 16:06:02 10/22/21 16:06:54 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
No need to celebrate Columbus.
116 10/22/21 16:05:42 10/22/21 16:06:58 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
117 10/22/21 16:06:56 10/22/21 16:07:15 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
118 10/22/21 16:06:54 10/22/21 16:07:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a bad man
119 10/22/21 15:49:25 10/22/21 16:07:37 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
History, whether it recalls good or bad
occurrences or outcomes, must be
remembered. I don't believe it is a
zero-sum game where one story is
declared bad and the other declared
good and one side is silenced. All
stories must be heard so that people
can learn from previous actions. Yes,
Columbus Day marks the discovery of
the Americas which is essential to the
story of the United States. On the
other hand, the suffering of Native
Americans must brought to the
foreground. The stories of the
suffering and condition of Native
Americans from those early days to
the present time must be told with
facts, wisdom, and compassion. We
must keep Columbus Day as a
historical landmark but we must
balance that commemoration by
adding a Native American Heritage
Day to press the stories and honor the
original peoples of the Americas.
120 10/22/21 16:07:22 10/22/21 16:07:59 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
121 10/22/21 16:02:48 10/22/21 16:08:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
As a community, we cannot but agree
that the arrival of Columbus initiated
and lead to the mass genocide of
Native Americans. Celebrating the
arrival of colonialists in America - is a
sin we have to stop committing as a
nation. We have to accept history for it
is, apologize for the atrocities
committed on millions and begin the
process of healing. Our children are
watching - it is the hard thing we do as
as thinking and feeling adults will the
set the stage of how we will be treated
by our fellow beings. The future is for
ours to enjoy if only we take
responsibility of the past and move
towards setting things right.

1. Columbus day is not an occasion to
be celebrated.

2. Indigenous people's day has to be
celebrated with reverence - everything
we enjoy on this soil is the work of
many generations of Native Americals
who have only suffered so far.
122 10/22/21 16:07:28 10/22/21 16:08:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
123 10/22/21 16:08:06 10/22/21 16:08:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
124 10/22/21 16:06:10 10/22/21 16:08:14 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We can't run away from historical
realities. We can't ignore Columbus, if
only to remember the impact it had
and still has. I guess the Columbus
Day emphasis should change to one
of being a story of not about
supremacy or overlordship but a
cautionary tale...
125 10/22/21 16:07:38 10/22/21 16:08:24 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
126 10/22/21 16:01:12 10/22/21 16:09:01 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I think both days are significant and
need to be recognized.
127 10/22/21 16:06:43 10/22/21 16:09:20 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
128 10/22/21 16:09:23 10/22/21 16:09:27 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
129 10/22/21 16:09:30 10/22/21 16:09:34 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
130 10/22/21 16:09:36 10/22/21 16:09:39 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
131 10/22/21 16:09:40 10/22/21 16:09:45 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
132 10/22/21 15:59:03 10/22/21 16:10:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Thank you for bringing this
conversation to the city. It's hard to
reconcile being an inclusive city, yet
still observing Columbus Day. I hope
the taskforce is able to urge the City to
make this change.
133 10/22/21 16:08:56 10/22/21 16:10:36 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
134 10/22/21 16:01:45 10/22/21 16:11:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It's time to show diversity in our
history. It is important to know and
recognize other perspectives in history.
135 10/22/21 16:10:25 10/22/21 16:11:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus did little worthwhile of
celebrating. Italian American heritage
can be celebrated in other more
meaningful and community-involved
ways.
136 10/22/21 15:50:19 10/22/21 16:11:39 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We also need to rename Columbus,
Ohio, the University of Columbia, the
Columbia River, and the dozens of US
cities named Columbus or Columbia.

Washington had slaves, so we should
also rename Washington D.C.,
Washington State, all the schools
named after him, and remove him
from Mount Rushmore. Let's be
consistent.
137 10/22/21 16:08:47 10/22/21 16:11:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
First nations deserves to be
recognized. Recognizing their
presence, history, and pain is
important to recognize and reflect the
Nation's identity as a nation of
immigrants.
138 10/22/21 16:10:31 10/22/21 16:11:54 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
As an Italian I have celebrated
Columbus Day for decades, but
knowing his impact on the Indigenous
people of the Continents I cannot
abide by a holiday venerating him, no
matter how much it helped bring my
people together in the past.
139 10/22/21 15:58:11 10/22/21 16:12:45 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Celebrating Columbus is offensive.
140 10/22/21 16:05:13 10/22/21 16:12:52 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I would like to see more public
awareness of how Native Americans
helped modern America. For
example, more education on farming
techniques that were taught. Also,
more education about annoculations.

Apparently that came from Native
people.

I do not feel we should celebrate
Indigenous People's Day instead of
Columbus Day and people's
expression of anti-colonialism is
disturbing to me. Europeans shared
their culture and technology. Power
shifts happen all throughout history.

At some point this land was going to
be used by others. People are still
immigrating here today.

Overall, why are we celebrating them?
Because they where here first?
Doesn't sound like a good reason to
me. What did they do? Who where
their scientist? How did they make
progress? That's what I want to know
and celebrate.
141 10/22/21 16:04:13 10/22/21 16:13:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I feel we should no longer
glorify/celebrate any of those that
enslaved or murdered innocent
people, etc., specifically Christopher
Columbus.

We should instead have it Indigenous
People's Day.

Be rid of anything else.

Thank you.
142 10/22/21 16:12:32 10/22/21 16:13:47 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I don't see any place in a just future for
celebrating the acts of Columbus.
143 10/22/21 16:13:31 10/22/21 16:13:59 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
144 10/22/21 16:14:48 10/22/21 16:15:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
145 10/22/21 16:06:29 10/22/21 16:15:11 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I think that there has been a surge in
education and awareness around the
true impact of Christopher Columbus'
arrival into the Americas. The day has
brought attention and light to the facts;
he was a leader who lead the murder,
rape, and enslavement of local
communities. The Americas, as a
whole, were never the same once he
stepped foot on the shores of the
Bahamas. This day should remain in
our consciousness, not to celebrate,
but to acknowledge.

We should also be deliberate and
honor Indigenous People. Hopefully a
Native American Heritage Day will
bring the legacies of their ancestors to
the forefront of our generation.
146 10/22/21 16:12:31 10/22/21 16:15:25 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It's a celebration of Italian Heritage.....,
like so many others that get their day
& month
147 10/22/21 16:15:25 10/22/21 16:16:12 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

No need to change.
148 10/22/21 16:15:54 10/22/21 16:16:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
149 10/22/21 15:58:42 10/22/21 16:16:28 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Please share number or percentage of
people asking for this change. Every
historical event has brought some
negatives, along with positive effects.

So, are you going to rename all
historic events? People of other races
are also not native to Americas. So,
please introduce a survey on stopping
celebration/recognization of all non-
native events in Americas.
150 10/22/21 16:09:20 10/22/21 16:16:34 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We are a country whose foundations
began with the landing of Columbus in
1492, despite some of the problems
that caused. It should not be changed
to reflect something else altogether. If
you want to recognize or acknowledge
other heritages, that’s fine, but please
don’t mess with this country’s special
days. Most of us don’t even get these
days off as paid holidays anyway.
151 10/22/21 15:57:06 10/22/21 16:16:54 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I am not a big fan of Columbus Day
being observed as a U.S. holiday
since Christopher Columbus never
even set foot in U.S. territory but since
it's a tradition to celebrate, and to be
inclusive I think it's best to celebrate
both. I don't think there should be a
new holiday to celebrate indigenous
people however (and I have part
indigenous blood) as we already have
a lot of ethnic holidays. The ethnic
recognition gets out of control and I
think it becomes divisive.
152 10/22/21 16:14:02 10/22/21 16:17:01 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Can we stop with re-writing history,
and instead value history as a tool to
learn from? In the history of mankind,
I don't believe there has ever been a
(wo)man without any flaw at all, so let's
please just look at this as history and
not some condemnation of a person,
or group of people.
153 10/22/21 16:09:32 10/22/21 16:17:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
First, it has been definitively proven
that the Vikings were in North America
in 1021, so Columbus didn't truly
"discover" North America.

Second, the Native Americans were
here long before Europeans and
others and had advanced cultures and
should be recognized.

Third, it is past time we recognized the
genocide the Europeans executed
against the Native Americans.
154 10/22/21 16:16:51 10/22/21 16:17:10 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
155 10/22/21 16:15:45 10/22/21 16:17:11 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
there should be an option 5:

Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day
instead of Columbus Day on the 2nd
Monday of October AND and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
156 10/22/21 16:08:56 10/22/21 16:17:53 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
157 10/22/21 16:15:25 10/22/21 16:17:57 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Both days deserve to be honored on
separate days.
158 10/22/21 16:14:45 10/22/21 16:18:05 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
It is I put to reflect on the customs of
the time. Let’s keep Columbus as a
figure of history and remember
indigenous people and their
accomplishments separately. Don’t
make them a substitute for something
else.
159 10/22/21 16:16:52 10/22/21 16:18:18 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Indigenous Peoples' Day would be
more appropriate
160 10/22/21 16:18:30 10/22/21 16:19:02 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Celebrate both
161 10/22/21 16:07:20 10/22/21 16:19:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It doesn’t make sense to recognize
one European heritage over others as
an actual public holiday, but it is more
than appropriate to recognize the first
peoples of this land and seek to better
understand and learn from the
complex historical interactions of
cultures that led to where we all are
today. There can certainly be other
non-holiday recognitions and
celebrations of whatever heritage
groups want to share their respectful
and inclusive cultures and histories
with the community, but it is long
overdue to prioritize the public holiday
to better align with an important and
relevant reason for acknowledgment
and reflection, and Indigenous
Peoples’ Day is an appropriate option
for that.
162 10/22/21 16:18:50 10/22/21 16:19:37 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
163 10/22/21 16:14:46 10/22/21 16:20:16 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Don't discard your history. People
without history are people without a
future. Native American Heritage
name is a also a good name. And
need to think how to include Vikings.
164 10/22/21 16:19:25 10/22/21 16:20:58 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
165 10/22/21 16:19:09 10/22/21 16:20:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
166 10/22/21 16:19:40 10/22/21 16:21:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It’s time to honor the native people of
our area and move away from
honoring Columbus.
167 10/22/21 16:19:03 10/22/21 16:21:27 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
168 10/22/21 16:21:14 10/22/21 16:21:32 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
169 10/22/21 16:20:52 10/22/21 16:21:54 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
170 10/22/21 16:21:39 10/22/21 16:21:58 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
171 10/22/21 16:21:12 10/22/21 16:22:17 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
172 10/22/21 16:22:16 10/22/21 16:23:01 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Both the names seem appropriate.
173 10/22/21 16:21:57 10/22/21 16:23:37 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Leave it alone for the sake of history,
the children, and common sense
174 10/22/21 16:23:34 10/22/21 16:23:44 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
175 10/22/21 16:21:54 10/22/21 16:23:47 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Please do not sully the great
contributions of Italian-Americans to
this great Nation!
176 10/22/21 16:23:42 10/22/21 16:23:55 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
177 10/22/21 16:23:52 10/22/21 16:24:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
178 10/22/21 16:23:54 10/22/21 16:24:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
179 10/22/21 15:59:06 10/22/21 16:24:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I am appalled that the City of Santa
Clara feels the need to send out a
survey about this issue. It is no longer
okay for us to pretend that Columbus
was a great man who discovered the
Americas. He was not and he did not.

We can no longer perpetuate the myth
that he discovered "America" or that
his work was noble. Even in his own
time he was thought of as a
murderous tyrant. The atrocities
brought by him are not in question: he
gave women to his crew to rape and
brutalize; he enslaved thousands on
Hispaniola; settlers under his domain
sold 9 and 10 year girls into sexual
slavery. The continued celebration of
the brutality and genocide of Native
America peoples that began with
Christopher Columbus is quite
honestly, despicable. Do better Santa
Clara!
180 10/22/21 16:23:47 10/22/21 16:25:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a rapist who
mistakenly stumbled on this country
four hundred years after the vikings.

Can we please stop honoring terrible
men?
181 10/22/21 16:20:41 10/22/21 16:25:03 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It’s outrageous that there is even an
option NOT to celebrate Columbus
Day. America was possible due to
Magna Carta Libertata AND Columbus.
182 10/22/21 16:24:09 10/22/21 16:25:42 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
183 10/22/21 16:26:04 10/22/21 16:26:36 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
184 10/22/21 16:26:21 10/22/21 16:26:45 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
None
185 10/22/21 16:26:16 10/22/21 16:26:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
186 10/22/21 16:26:12 10/22/21 16:28:05 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Get it done with so we can stop talking
about it. Dump Columbus.
187 10/22/21 16:28:23 10/22/21 16:28:39 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
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188 10/22/21 16:27:28 10/22/21 16:28:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
189 10/22/21 16:28:31 10/22/21 16:29:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
190 10/22/21 16:29:34 10/22/21 16:29:39 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
191 10/22/21 16:29:52 10/22/21 16:29:57 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
192 10/22/21 16:29:41 10/22/21 16:30:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
193 10/22/21 16:30:18 10/22/21 16:30:22 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
194 10/22/21 16:29:16 10/22/21 16:31:57 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus has gotten a bum rap on
his treatment of indigenous people,
but he was a fearless explorer, so
keep his day. A second day to
remember Native Americans is a fine
idea.
195 10/22/21 16:31:01 10/22/21 16:32:19 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We can have cultural celebration and
historical observance without erasing
anything.
196 10/22/21 16:32:05 10/22/21 16:33:00 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
197 10/22/21 16:32:30 10/22/21 16:33:13 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
198 10/22/21 15:53:20 10/22/21 16:33:42 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

It would be inappropriate to honor
many of the things Columbus, and
especially those that that followed him,
did following the discovery of the “New
World” but it is interesting to imagine
what the world would have been like
had no European crossed the Atlantic.

Most of North America would be
populated by people living like
cavemen. Large areas of what is now
called Latin America would have been
ruled by a few groups whose practices
of human sacrifices and absolute
conquest of neighbors would now be
considered evil. Europe would have
been much poorer, warlike against
each other, and possibly much more
vicious in obtaining slaves from Africa.

North and South America today are far
from perfect but, as a direct result of
the actions of Columbus, it has led the
world in economic growth, medical and
scientific advancement, and a
willingness to advance thoughts like
“What did the Europeans do wrong” in
creating our current home.

Like most things in life, a broad,
honest analysis of controversy
requires subtlety. Columbus was vital
for creating both the good and bad
things of our society. A day honoring
the good with a look at the bad is
appropriate. Indigenous Peoples Day
would inevitably be looked as a day to
honor the people living here before
199 10/22/21 16:32:23 10/22/21 16:33:43 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
200 10/22/21 16:33:13 10/22/21 16:33:45 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
201 10/22/21 16:09:54 10/22/21 16:34:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
202 10/22/21 16:32:16 10/22/21 16:34:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
203 10/22/21 15:52:26 10/22/21 16:34:25 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Alternatively, move Columbus Day to
October 12, and observe Native
American People's Day on the 2nd
Monday of October. The October 12
observance would reflect a more
accurate historical emphasis on the
true anniversary of Columbus' landing.

A floating holiday for Native
Americans, either in late September or
early October, would reflect the fact
that the arrival of Europeans had more
effect than can be attributed to a
single historical date.

Finally, I doubt that violence and
slavery were introduced to Native
Americans by Columbus - increased,
admittedly, but not introduced.

Archeological finds and records
demonstrate that violence, wars,
genocide, and slavery existed in the
Americas well before 1492.
204 10/22/21 16:30:28 10/22/21 16:36:47 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Both days are history we need to
respect. Both events have positive
and negative impacts on the area.

Please don't eliminate Columbus
holiday to have true inclusiveness of
this country. Thanks.
205 10/22/21 16:36:28 10/22/21 16:37:02 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
206 10/22/21 16:35:20 10/22/21 16:37:04 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

If you want balance, have both, on the
same day.
207 10/22/21 16:33:26 10/22/21 16:37:15 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Please do not attempt to cancel
history. No ethnicity is without fault
and all have had their share of
shortcomings.
208 10/22/21 16:26:25 10/22/21 16:37:33 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I love that we're evolving as a society
to be inclusive and culturally sensitive
and I think adding Indigenous Peoples'
Day would assist in that evolution of
sensitivity and awareness. In addition,
keeping Columbus Day will allow us to
have conversations about our history,
hopefully with honesty about the way
Columbus treated the people he found
when arriving in North America. It is an
opportunity to honor our evolution as a
society to be more sensitive and
inclusive, and to acknowledge the ugly
and unpleasant parts. When we know
better, we do better. And in the words
of George Santayana, "Those who
cannot remember the past are
condemned to repeat it.”
209 10/22/21 16:27:52 10/22/21 16:37:38 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We have to start being more honest
about the history of this country and
how we got to where we are if we are
to build a better future for our children.

We cannot continue to tell the same
neutered stories about our history and
expect the wrongs of the past to just
go away because we are ignoring
them. With all that has been done to
indigenous peoples not only in our
country but around the world,
renaming this day is literally the least
we can do.
210 10/22/21 16:35:05 10/22/21 16:37:57 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
It is important to preserve the history
of the past to help us understand the
present and improve the future.
211 10/22/21 16:36:33 10/22/21 16:38:02 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
This country has lost its mind, leave
the holidays as they are
212 10/22/21 16:17:11 10/22/21 16:38:06 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
213 10/22/21 16:37:16 10/22/21 16:38:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
214 10/22/21 16:28:38 10/22/21 16:38:56 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
There is little to celebrate about
Columbus because he did not
“discover” the Americas, as there were
already people on the continent. His
behavior and the behavior of many
who followed had catastrophic
consequences: hundreds of
thousands of Natives died, lost their
land, were treated horribly and many
still struggle today because of the
scars of the past.

A nationwide Indigenous People’s Day
would be a respectful way to celebrate
the memory of those who suffered and
still suffer.
215 10/22/21 16:38:19 10/22/21 16:39:18 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
216 10/22/21 16:38:15 10/22/21 16:39:48 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
217 10/22/21 16:37:28 10/22/21 16:39:57 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I think it in our history that this
happened with Columbus finding
America. In addition, if Native
Americans would like a holiday that
would be wonderful for them.

STOP the cancel culture and start
being responsible adults!
218 10/22/21 16:39:21 10/22/21 16:40:15 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
219 10/22/21 16:36:16 10/22/21 16:41:21 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I completely agree with the shift in the
narrative to focus on Native
Americans. However, I suspect that
the word "indigenous" is an unfamiliar
word to many perople, who may not
be able to pronounce or spell it. Can't
we just call it "Native American Day"?
220 10/22/21 16:40:29 10/22/21 16:41:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
221 10/22/21 16:36:36 10/22/21 16:41:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We should recognize the indigenous
people who lived on this land, the
original owners. We should have more
info about native Americans and their
history. Columbus was a conqueror for
Spain not a hero.
222 10/22/21 16:41:06 10/22/21 16:41:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
223 10/22/21 16:38:42 10/22/21 16:41:57 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Actually the Vikings discovered North
America . Every race , color and creed
has blemishes on its past , rather than
obliterate it , leave it there to be
discussed ,for better or bad it is part of
this nations history .
224 10/22/21 16:40:53 10/22/21 16:42:48 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
225 10/22/21 16:39:29 10/22/21 16:42:53 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We should not be celibrating someone
who did not actually discover America,
didn't even tuch what is now the U.S
and was tried for treason when he got
back to Spain. As Californians we
should be leaving about indigenous
people who lived here and about thir
culture and have a day remembering
how mission culture devastated these
people's lives
226 10/22/21 16:37:27 10/22/21 16:43:01 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I don't see the need for any
observance day/holiday. It is marked
in history, but does not require
anything more. Besides whatever is
chosen now will not be appropriate in
another 200 years.
227 10/22/21 16:42:40 10/22/21 16:43:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
228 10/22/21 16:41:53 10/22/21 16:43:14 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
229 10/22/21 16:42:25 10/22/21 16:43:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
rename
230 10/22/21 16:39:32 10/22/21 16:43:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus ought not to have any
holiday, certainly not one supported by
our government. Our city deserves to
honor those who are honorable.

Italian-Americans or any other
immigrant community can hold their
own celebration of their choice without
making it a governmental affair.
231 10/22/21 16:28:51 10/22/21 16:43:32 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Never thought it should be a national
holiday but Columbus’
accomplishments should be
remembered..
232 10/22/21 16:37:02 10/22/21 16:43:42 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Why not eliminate both holidays?
IMHO advocates for one holiday are
not in favor of the other, so give
neither side reason to be divisive.
233 10/22/21 16:42:17 10/22/21 16:44:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
234 10/22/21 16:43:07 10/22/21 16:44:43 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
235 10/22/21 16:43:53 10/22/21 16:45:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Need to recognize the people who
lived here.
236 10/22/21 16:43:04 10/22/21 16:45:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Separate the two events.
237 10/22/21 16:38:12 10/22/21 16:46:02 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
238 10/22/21 16:40:33 10/22/21 16:46:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It is time to stop honoring and teaching
about Christopher Columbus as a
hero who discovered America.

Definitely a slap in the face for Native
Americans.
239 10/22/21 16:46:23 10/22/21 16:47:23 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
240 10/22/21 16:22:17 10/22/21 16:48:29 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I feel there should be two separate
days of observance. For whatever
faults Columbus had he did “discover”
America. He should not be held
responsible for the history that
followed. He was only one man. I’m
fine with an Indigenous Peoples’ Day
but I think Native Americans would be
better served by improving their living
conditions through better education,
job opportunities, and health care.
241 10/22/21 16:39:09 10/22/21 16:49:18 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus did great things, he
discovered America. But the
greatness of America does not just
belong to him, it belongs to all of it's
people, of all time; to everyone who
calls it home.
242 10/22/21 16:47:13 10/22/21 16:49:56 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
A federal holiday to honor indigenous
peoples day is only right. It’s just one
day while other ethnic groups have an
entire month for awareness.
243 10/22/21 16:47:56 10/22/21 16:49:58 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
244 10/22/21 16:49:44 10/22/21 16:50:11 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
245 10/22/21 16:49:17 10/22/21 16:50:37 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
246 10/22/21 16:49:07 10/22/21 16:50:51 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
247 10/22/21 16:49:33 10/22/21 16:51:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
248 10/22/21 16:51:16 10/22/21 16:51:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
249 10/22/21 16:44:34 10/22/21 16:51:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Choosing to observe both Columbus
Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day is
false equity. Doing so sends the
message that although Columbus, as
you put it, began centuries of
"violence, slavery, forced assimilation
and conversion..." his
"accomplishment" (which, let's be real,
was a mistaken stroke of luck) should
be honored as much as we honor his
victims. This sort of half measure is
insulting; we should fully honor
Indigenous people, not force them to
share space with the trauma done to
them.
250 10/22/21 16:51:26 10/22/21 16:51:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
251 10/22/21 16:52:30 10/22/21 16:53:16 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
252 10/22/21 16:51:39 10/22/21 16:54:08 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
253 10/22/21 16:55:04 10/22/21 16:56:28 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Though I agree that we should honor
Native American history, We should
not erase our own history.
254 10/22/21 16:52:34 10/22/21 16:56:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
255 10/22/21 16:48:27 10/22/21 16:57:04 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Change the name to "Indigenous
Peoples and Immigrants Day". That
addresses everybody in my view and
lets us keep a paid holiday for our
collective-bargaining agreement city
workers.

I've read several essays on how
Columbus Day was promoted by
Italians to help them become "white"
on a level with the WASPs in light of
the Sacco & Vanzetti trial and the
even longer streak against Papal
influence that Italians, Irish and other
Catholics threatened in the minds of
many. Well, for what it's worth, that's
been pretty much achieved. I don't
see the "dago" and "wop" jokebooks I
used to read as a kid in the 70s for
sale any more (along with those
regarding Polish and Africans). For our
Italian-American neighbors we can
honor them as we do our Chinese-
American, Irish-American and other
ethnics with the occasional
proclamation.
256 10/22/21 16:56:22 10/22/21 16:57:57 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Celebrating Columbus Day feels akin
to celebrating Indigenous genocide. It
has no place in the modern day and
should be replaced with Indigenous
Peoples' Day.
257 10/22/21 16:56:26 10/22/21 16:58:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Celebrating original Americans-
Indigenous People is the best way to
honor the land, it’s original people and
immigrated people.
258 10/22/21 16:57:45 10/22/21 16:58:15 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
259 10/22/21 16:56:38 10/22/21 16:59:05 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Cancel the holiday all together.
260 10/22/21 16:50:07 10/22/21 17:00:01 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
261 10/22/21 16:58:52 10/22/21 17:00:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I'm part Italian and I support changing
the name. Columbus did a lot of bad.

And I'm thinking it probably outweighs
any good he did.
262 10/22/21 16:56:49 10/22/21 17:00:12 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We are all people of different
backgrounds but can come together
and share and celebrate on the same
day as a United people
263 10/22/21 16:59:33 10/22/21 17:00:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
264 10/22/21 16:59:46 10/22/21 17:01:04 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
don't change!!
265 10/22/21 16:59:37 10/22/21 17:01:42 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It’s time to make amends and stop
celebrating colonizers.
266 10/22/21 16:43:45 10/22/21 17:02:31 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus discovered America. We
helped Europe defeat the Germans in
WWI and WWII. We were the 1st on
the Moon. We invented
semiconductors. Etc, etc, etc. To the
victors go the spoils, I don't care if it is
not politically correct. We also wiped
out the Aztecs too. So let's not have a
holiday to celebrate that too.

Let's also not have a holiday for Biden
f*cking up the Afghanistan withdrawal
too.

Please *read* this. It's not as black
and white as you think:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinio
n/2017/10/09/christopher-columbus-xx-
my-ancestor-wasnt-evil-
column/744333001/
267 10/22/21 16:51:49 10/22/21 17:04:02 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
To blame Columbus for things that
occurred years after he arrived in
America makes very little sense. Using
that thinking Frirz Haber, the Jewish
chemist that created Zyklon B which
was the gas used in the Holocaust,
should be blamed for all the deaths
268 10/22/21 16:56:28 10/22/21 17:04:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I feel strongly that Columbus Day
needs to be replaced with Indigenous
Peoples’ Day
to honor the loss, legacy, and culture
of those affected by Columbus' arrival
and subsequent American
colonization as you have pointed out
above. Thank you for seeking input
from residents.
269 10/22/21 16:21:54 10/22/21 17:04:29 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
It is pretty ironic that people are upset
with Columbus. As you say "There
has been controversy around the
holiday due to Columbus' arrival to
North America, which ushered in an
era of European conquest and death
of Native American people. With his
arrival came violence, slavery, forced
assimilation and conversion of Native
American people to Christianity. It also
introduced a host of new diseases that
had consequential and long-term
effects on Native American people."
Columbus never landed on our
continent -- he landed in the islands in
the Carribean!!!! He nor the people on
his ships ever touched foot in what is
now the United States of America!!! In
fact, "The Norse had colonized North
America around 500 years before
Columbus, with some degree of
contact with Europe being maintained
until about 1410" (Wikipedia).

I think we need to stop blaming
Columbus for something he did not
directly do!
So we can keep the tradition that
Columbus discovered America -- and
celebrate it on the 2nd Monday of
October -- although I remember
celebrating it on the actual date of Oct
12th!!!
And if the Native Americans desire to
have a special day to celebrate their
270 10/22/21 16:49:12 10/22/21 17:04:36 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus Day has history. It is to
celebrate the founding of the new
country. No one celebrates the death
of the native people or all of the bad
things that happened in the early
years of this country and you cannot
erase what happened by changing the
name of a holiday.
271 10/22/21 17:04:04 10/22/21 17:05:35 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
272 10/22/21 17:05:49 10/22/21 17:06:33 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
273 10/22/21 17:07:24 10/22/21 17:07:37 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
274 10/22/21 17:06:39 10/22/21 17:09:50 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus didn’t even “find” the United
States, plus he started a massive
genocide that continues today and
over looks the importance of accepting
the culture of Native Americans. Is he
important to learn about in school yes
but he is part of the “white washed”
history that needs to be re-evaluated.
275 10/22/21 17:08:19 10/22/21 17:11:24 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
276 10/22/21 17:10:49 10/22/21 17:11:43 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
277 10/22/21 17:11:22 10/22/21 17:12:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It's the morally correct thing to do.
278 10/22/21 17:02:32 10/22/21 17:12:41 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Just an attempt to erase our history,
not to promote equality! The roots of
this movement are vicious and racist,
not the American ideal of “one nation
under God, with liberty and justice for
all”!
279 10/22/21 17:12:31 10/22/21 17:13:48 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Both are important to some people, so
why not honor both?
280 10/22/21 17:13:48 10/22/21 17:14:44 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
281 10/22/21 17:15:00 10/22/21 17:16:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It is recognized by the County as such.
282 10/22/21 17:15:36 10/22/21 17:16:36 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
283 10/22/21 17:14:47 10/22/21 17:18:02 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
284 10/22/21 17:20:04 10/22/21 17:20:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
285 10/22/21 17:21:20 10/22/21 17:22:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a colonizer who did
more harm than good. The least we
can do to honor the original owners of
this land is rename the holiday.
286 10/22/21 17:22:44 10/22/21 17:23:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
287 10/22/21 16:59:23 10/22/21 17:23:52 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
America celebrates “Columbus day”
Period! Santa Clara is becoming a
“Woke” City, trying to placate to a
minority that needs to be stamped out
now, before we lose our Country.

Wake up…”enough is enough”.

Please save our City from Progressive
nonsense. Next will be the removal of
the missionary building in the center of
the city seal.
288 10/22/21 17:24:51 10/22/21 17:25:44 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
289 10/22/21 17:23:24 10/22/21 17:25:53 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Change Columbus Day to Italian
Heritage Day instead.
290 10/22/21 17:24:34 10/22/21 17:26:00 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
291 10/22/21 17:16:03 10/22/21 17:26:48 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Mass murder and genocide of
indigenous people should not be
celebrated. The State of California has
already changed the name of the
holiday to Indigenous People's Day.

We should be celebrating the original
habitants of this land.
292 10/22/21 17:26:04 10/22/21 17:27:05 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
293 10/22/21 17:27:40 10/22/21 17:28:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
294 10/22/21 17:02:35 10/22/21 17:29:04 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Keep Columbus day, and schedule
whatever else on some other day.

Columbus accomplished a significant
achievement in the history of this
country. Should we abolish Veterans
day because of all the people who
died because of our military? Did the
indigenous people never cause other
indigenous people to die? Should we
condemn the Chinese people because
they brought Covid to our country and
caused millions to die?
295 10/22/21 17:29:02 10/22/21 17:29:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
296 10/22/21 17:30:24 10/22/21 17:33:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
It is time for all people and all stories to
be respected, heard and honored.
297 10/22/21 17:30:19 10/22/21 17:33:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
I’m glad to see that the task force is
considering eliminating Columbus
Day. We should not continue to honor
someone who conquered others, and
who wrongly named them Indians
because he didn’t know where he was.
298 10/22/21 17:30:54 10/22/21 17:34:57 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Why is Columbus being celebrated?
For what? We know he didn’t discover
the Americas as there were other
people living here. Columbus is only
celebrated as a white man who led to
the arrival of other white people who
exploited the Native people of this
land. Continuing to celebrate
Columbus Day is saying that the
country/city will continue to uphold
white supremacy which is the
foundation of racism and racial
inequality. California has a rich history
of indigenous people that should
celebrated and shared.
299 10/22/21 17:29:45 10/22/21 17:37:56 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
There is convincing evidence that
Vikings discovered North America
"Evidence for European presence in
the Americas in AD 1021" (Nature
10/20/21). Columbus was a man of his
time. He did however inflict pain,
suffering, and death on the indigenous
populations he encountered.
300 10/22/21 17:37:08 10/22/21 17:40:43 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus day only serves to
celebrate the colonization of POC. I
am not an Indigenous person but as a
POC who did grow up in a country that
was colonized multiple times, by
multiple countries, before immigrating
here, the celebration of the holiday
only serves to remind me that
colonization continues to be glorified in
our current world. Change the focus
back on the people whom we have
harmed and continue to do so -
celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day
and celebrate it in a way they want to
be recognized.
301 10/22/21 17:33:52 10/22/21 17:42:01 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
People need to STOP trying to
“cancel” our history and how we
arrived at where we are today. You
can not erase the fact that Christopher
Columbus arrived in the Americas on
October 12th 1492.
302 10/22/21 17:42:18 10/22/21 17:42:52 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
303 10/22/21 17:41:44 10/22/21 17:44:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
304 10/22/21 17:26:05 10/22/21 17:45:48 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
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October
He started the rape, enslavement and
murder of indigenous peoples in the
Americas, why should we celebrate
him.
305 10/22/21 17:29:32 10/22/21 17:46:53 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Both need their deserved recognition
on separate days. Rather than re-
writing American history we can ADD
to American history by giving the
Native Americans the dignity and
respect they deserve. Celebrate the
spirit of exploration on Columbus Day
and On Native American Heritage Day
the many contributions (ecology,
foods, products, etc.) that are now part
of our American way of life. Let's
focus on the positive . . . isn't that what
the word "celebration" means?
306 10/22/21 17:45:10 10/22/21 17:46:54 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
makes sense to honor both Columbus
and the indigenous people - hopefully
an acknowledgement on the same
day allows us to reflect on both
Columbus' legacy as well as the loss
of native culture
307 10/22/21 17:47:24 10/22/21 17:48:08 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
308 10/22/21 17:50:13 10/22/21 17:50:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
309 10/22/21 17:48:13 10/22/21 17:50:41 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
OMGoodness, do people really have
nothing better to do than change our
entire history? It IS our history, it
doesn't matter if it was wonderful or
horrible, its OUR HISTORY! By
changing names of schools and taking
away statues it doesn't change
anything, we need to learn from it and
move on! Patti Bell, Santa Clara
310 10/22/21 17:45:30 10/22/21 17:50:55 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Both should be observed. Poor taste
to cancel Italian heritage observance.

Holding historical figures to 21st
century standards is crazy
311 10/22/21 17:50:16 10/22/21 17:51:15 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
312 10/22/21 17:46:12 10/22/21 17:51:24 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus Day is a day of pride for
Italian American residents of Santa
Clara. The removal of Columbus Day
is an erasure of the Italian American
experience and struggle. Italian
Americans have been in the United
States since the Revolution, fought in
the Civil War, were among the most
represented groups in World War II
and the Vietnam War and were “made
American” through their connection to
Christopher Columbus’s brave
exploration of the Atlantic.

Native Americans have been a part of
the American continent since the Ice
Age. Their contributions to our shared
story began before the United States
and live on through their heroic service
in our armed forces and as valued
members of our shared community. It
would be great to recognize their
heritage in Santa Clara and beyond.

But, not at the expense of the Italian
American experience.

I implore you to recognize the
heritage, contributions and patriotism
of both groups as values members of
the American family.
313 10/22/21 17:51:55 10/22/21 17:52:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
314 10/22/21 17:54:18 10/22/21 17:54:51 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
315 10/22/21 17:47:02 10/22/21 17:54:55 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus set out for North America in
the age of discovery and exploration.

He did not have an ulterior motive of
wiping out the indigenous people
inhabiting the continent. He should be
celebrated for his courage and skill in
navigating the ocean and suffering
hardships in the days of early
exploration.
316 10/22/21 17:52:15 10/22/21 17:56:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Given the brutal history of Columbus,
we should not have any day honouring
him. I am conflicted on replacing it with
indigenous peoples day and prefer to
celebrate a different day that matters
to them. To summarize
No Columbus day
Indigenous peoples day on a day
important in their history and culture.
317 10/22/21 17:53:34 10/22/21 17:56:32 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
318 10/22/21 16:45:51 10/22/21 17:58:19 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Many who study history understand
why Columbus had to sail. He did so
because the land route to Asia had
been closed to Europeans since the
fall of Constantinople in 1453. People
who want to rename this holiday, know
very little about accurate history.
319 10/22/21 17:58:07 10/22/21 17:58:26 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
320 10/22/21 18:02:12 10/22/21 18:03:06 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
321 10/22/21 18:02:15 10/22/21 18:03:24 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
322 10/22/21 17:54:27 10/22/21 18:04:15 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I think it is insensitive to continue to
give significant importance to the act
of Columbus landing in the Caribbean
in 1492 given the significant
destruction of native American culture
following his arrival. We need to
recognize that these individuals were
colonists and settlers whose aim was
not only exploration. At the same I
recognize that there may be value in
celebrating Italian American heritage
although I am not sure if it needs to be
federal holiday given that there are
other cultures in the US that would
also be deserving of such a
celebration. Renaming Columbus day
as indigenous peoples day provides a
chance to have a dialog about our
past and to discuss future reparations.
323 10/22/21 18:03:55 10/22/21 18:04:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
324 10/22/21 18:03:49 10/22/21 18:04:40 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
325 10/22/21 18:02:57 10/22/21 18:06:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
Celebrating Columbus never made
sense to me, even as a kid.
326 10/22/21 17:57:34 10/22/21 18:06:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
To celebrate Columbus Day would be
to celebrate a legacy of genocide. I
understand some would rather
interpret the holiday as Italian-
American pride, but there are several
ways the city could celebrate Italian-
Americans and their culture without
hurting/disregarding Indigenous
people who are still suffering the
effects of cultural erasure,
colonization, and the government's
negligence. We need to forget
Columbus Day and honor Indigenous
People's Day instead.
327 10/22/21 18:03:28 10/22/21 18:07:13 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Indigenous people maintain an
important part of the history of this
land. Columbus had an important
impact on world history. This need no
be an either/or issue. Both can be
properly observed.
328 10/22/21 18:07:52 10/22/21 18:09:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
329 10/22/21 18:07:50 10/22/21 18:09:11 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
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October
330 10/22/21 18:08:17 10/22/21 18:09:29 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
331 10/22/21 18:04:14 10/22/21 18:11:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
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October
Renaming this holiday here is WAY
overdue. I feel strongly that
refocusing the honor of a holiday on
the native peoples who were here first
and have always been true stewards
of the land, is the right thing to do. To
keep Columbus Day in any form would
show a biased leaning in our
historically white European colonized
community.
332 10/22/21 18:11:16 10/22/21 18:11:56 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I believe the Norse were here first
333 10/22/21 18:12:22 10/22/21 18:13:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
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October
I'm Italian and even I know that
Columbus was an asshole.
334 10/22/21 18:11:42 10/22/21 18:14:09 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

There are many more important
issues for the city of Santa Clara to
tackle than to spend resource on
renaming or changing things or
holidays.
335 10/22/21 18:10:15 10/22/21 18:14:10 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

CANCEL AND RENAME
EVERYTHING!!! HOW ABOUT

REMOVING THE STATUE IN THE

POND BECAUSE ITS OFFENSIVE
TO NON-CHRISTIAN PEOPLE?
WHEN DO WE RENAME THE CITY?
I'M SURE "SAINT CLAIRE OF ASSISI

IS DEMORALIZING OR INSULTING

TO NON-CHRISTIAN PEOPLE OF A
WIDE VARIETY OF ETHNICITY.

STOP THE MADNESS, THIS IS
INSANITY AT ITS WORST.
336 10/22/21 18:16:25 10/22/21 18:17:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
337 10/22/21 18:16:47 10/22/21 18:17:44 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus Day is damaging to
indigenous peoples’ cultures and
namesake.
338 10/22/21 18:17:31 10/22/21 18:18:30 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
339 10/22/21 18:14:04 10/22/21 18:20:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus never stepped foot in North
America. Instead, he massacred
Indigenous people in the Carribean
and became a slave trader. Why
should we honor that behavior?
340 10/22/21 18:14:03 10/22/21 18:21:19 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
341 10/22/21 18:17:00 10/22/21 18:22:08 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
We should stop demonizing
Columbus, and also give Native
Americans their day.
342 10/22/21 18:20:45 10/22/21 18:22:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
343 10/22/21 18:22:16 10/22/21 18:22:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
344 10/22/21 18:21:56 10/22/21 18:23:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Make sure that it maintains its status
as a Federal Holiday, or have local
enforcement of this as a protected
holiday that businesses must observe!
345 10/22/21 18:21:15 10/22/21 18:24:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
346 10/22/21 18:25:25 10/22/21 18:27:21 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
347 10/22/21 18:25:03 10/22/21 18:27:54 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Columbus is recognized by Italians as
an icon. Our city has deep Italian
roots. We should not deny them their
day. We also need to honor
Indigenous People. Give them a day
too but make it separate from
Columbus Day. We need to include
all.
348 10/22/21 18:24:40 10/22/21 18:28:39 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Changing the name of this holiday to
Indigenous Peoples Day is the very
least that could be done to recognize
the actual people who discovered this
land.
349 10/22/21 18:27:59 10/22/21 18:28:43 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I prefer to only observe indigenous
peoples day
350 10/22/21 18:28:32 10/22/21 18:29:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We should be remembering the lives
and cultures lost due to our
colonization rather than celebrating
those who caused mass genocide
against those lives.
351 10/22/21 18:29:25 10/22/21 18:30:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
352 10/22/21 18:31:48 10/22/21 18:32:14 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
353 10/22/21 18:33:33 10/22/21 18:34:55 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
354 10/22/21 18:33:45 10/22/21 18:36:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It is long overdue to recognize the
contributions of the indigenous people
of this area and North America in
general with a holiday. It is equally as
long overdue to recognize Christopher
Columbus through an objective
historical lens, rather than rose colored
lenses, for what his arrival the New
World brought, colonialism and ethnic
cleansing, and dispose of the holiday.
355 10/22/21 18:35:48 10/22/21 18:36:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
356 10/22/21 18:35:22 10/22/21 18:38:16 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus is nothing to celebrate and
reflects our racist past. Better to honor
those who were already here and who
have suffered from it ever since.
357 10/22/21 18:34:49 10/22/21 18:38:27 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus was a brave explorer in his
day, breaking the boundary of belief of
what was possible. He did not bring
violence to the native people, that was
here already. He did not bring
conquering and territory takeover
here, that was here already.
358 10/22/21 18:40:00 10/22/21 18:40:32 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
359 10/22/21 18:38:44 10/22/21 18:41:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Anyone favoring or trying to celebrate
Columbus in a positive light should
read "Columbus and Other Cannibals:

The Wetiko Disease of Exploitation,
Imperialism, and Terrorism" by Jack D.

Forbes
360 10/22/21 18:41:04 10/22/21 18:41:43 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
361 10/22/21 18:40:49 10/22/21 18:42:08 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
362 10/22/21 18:43:12 10/22/21 18:44:51 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
363 10/22/21 18:44:57 10/22/21 18:45:02 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
364 10/22/21 18:45:44 10/22/21 18:47:00 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
365 10/22/21 18:46:54 10/22/21 18:47:25 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
366 10/22/21 18:45:28 10/22/21 18:47:36 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I think we should observe Indigenous
Peoples' Day on a day chosen by the
Indigenous People - and completely
disregard Columbus Day.
367 10/22/21 18:42:16 10/22/21 18:48:26 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Observe Indigenous People's Day and
Italian American Heritage Day on the
same day in October. Columbus Day
came to be observed in a large part to
recognize the contribution of Italians in
America after the lynching of Sicilians
in Louisiana. Columbus Day
resonates with many Italian Americans
as a time to celebrate their culture.
368 10/22/21 18:47:13 10/22/21 18:49:05 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Keep the days separate.
369 10/22/21 18:52:26 10/22/21 18:53:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
370 10/22/21 18:51:48 10/22/21 18:53:45 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
371 10/22/21 18:41:38 10/22/21 18:54:54 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
Renaming the holiday I think it is the
right to do for indigenous people trying
to keep their native culture from
disappearing. The bay area has sooo
many cultures. Maybe we should have
a "celebrate culture" day so everyone
can feel good about themselves? But
I think there is something special
about the local, indigenous culture that
makes a place special and unique.
372 10/22/21 18:51:33 10/22/21 18:54:54 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
for one thing, most of the people who
want I day are in fact descended from
the nation or nations C represented.

The indignity they claim to feel is
hypocritical.
373 10/22/21 18:33:22 10/22/21 18:54:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
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October
374 10/22/21 18:57:35 10/22/21 18:58:36 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Keep history history. Stop trying to
cancel everything and stop feeding
into this craziness!!!
375 10/22/21 18:59:41 10/22/21 19:00:50 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
376 10/22/21 19:02:18 10/22/21 19:05:32 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I think it's inappropriate and immoral to
celebrate and honor a European
colonizer--that is, Columbus--who
helped bring about the oppression and
near-extermination of indigenous
peoples whose land this was first.

Columbus and other later European
imperialists stole indigenous people's
lands and tried to suppress their
cultures, traditions, spiritual beliefs,
etc. I think it would be much more
appropriate, ethical, and just to
rename the holiday as "Indigenous
People's Day."
377 10/22/21 19:03:19 10/22/21 19:05:37 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
378 10/22/21 19:04:13 10/22/21 19:05:59 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
What is the matter with people, trying
to cancel everyone. Columbus wasn't
perfect. No one is. Let's learn from our
mistakes so we don't repeat them. I
am tired of all this crap!
379 10/22/21 19:04:44 10/22/21 19:06:42 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Time for this rather fraudulent holiday
to be removed,
That said, no one from any of the
Ohlone, Miwok, Pomo or Hupa
peoples call them selves ANYTHING
but Indian.
380 10/22/21 19:07:06 10/22/21 19:07:25 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
381 10/22/21 19:08:23 10/22/21 19:09:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
382 10/22/21 19:09:21 10/22/21 19:10:09 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
383 10/22/21 19:11:03 10/22/21 19:11:18 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
384 10/22/21 19:10:11 10/22/21 19:11:18 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
385 10/22/21 19:04:35 10/22/21 19:14:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Wow! I can elaborate on this matter
plenty. Rather I will be concise. As a
daughter of immigrants, whose lived
here her entire life and who has read
plenty on the arrival of Christopher
Columbus and how he and his people
attempted to erase the indigenous
tribes who were present at that time,
their culture, their history and impose
their beliefs and conquer the land that
was already fruitful in so many ways. I
believe it is awful to have a day that
celebrates someone who actually was
part of the destruction of indigenous
tribes and should not be
commemorated.
386 10/22/21 19:10:00 10/22/21 19:15:39 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I am an immigrant to America, arriving
here in 1999. I have read up on the
history of the United States and find
that it is not much different than many
other counties (including the one I
came from) in terms of various
wars/battles/etc taking place over the
years. I'm not in favor of trying to
revise history and accommodating all
sorts of "new traditions", I would like to
respect the traditions of where I now
find myself as it is a great country. I
am not offended at all by Columbus
Day, and would like to keep the status
quo.
387 10/22/21 19:15:34 10/22/21 19:16:22 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
388 10/22/21 19:15:02 10/22/21 19:18:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a colonizer and
murdered, raped and pillaged from our
First Nation peoples. As a Native
Hawaiian, this day needs to be
renamed Indigenous Peoples Day.
389 10/22/21 19:15:35 10/22/21 19:19:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
390 10/22/21 19:13:37 10/22/21 19:19:21 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Is there some way of celebrating
Italian culture & heritage WITHOUT
naming it or relating it to Columbus?
Better yet, some sort of multi cultural
day where ALL cultures in this melting
pot could be celebrated? Where
different culture foods and art & dance
are celebrated? I’d LOVE that kind of
celebration!
391 10/22/21 19:13:52 10/22/21 19:19:45 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
This is our history. We cannot change
it and we learn from it. Destroying
what made the U.S. the country it is
today is wrong. If we want to honor
the people who were here when
Columbus arrived then a separate
holiday is fine but quit destroying our
history -- WE LEARN FROM IT. There
is way too much POLITICAL
CORRECTNESS these days.
392 10/22/21 19:20:31 10/22/21 19:21:53 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
393 10/22/21 19:23:38 10/22/21 19:24:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
394 10/22/21 18:37:53 10/22/21 19:27:45 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
395 10/22/21 19:26:30 10/22/21 19:27:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus does not need to be
honored.
396 10/22/21 19:26:24 10/22/21 19:31:29 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
respect the history while we pay
respect to the people. We should not
modify history to suite our taste
change.
397 10/22/21 18:53:34 10/22/21 19:31:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
History shapes our present realities.

History has been distorted to glorify
the Columbus myths that led to the
immiseration and decimation of
indigenous people. Recognizing
Columbus Day has no legitimacy. It
exacerbates the historical trauma that
native peoples face and is a missed
opportunity for the rest of us to learn
from the past and make connections
to the present.
398 10/22/21 19:34:40 10/22/21 19:34:58 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
399 10/22/21 19:36:23 10/22/21 19:37:48 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Indigenous peoples' day is the right
thing to do.
400 10/22/21 19:42:10 10/22/21 19:43:31 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
All is important to how we have gotten
here, We should not erase history but
learn from it.
401 10/22/21 19:42:37 10/22/21 19:44:26 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Given the history surrounding
Columbus, we should not be honoring
him, at all w/ a holiday. Instead,
honoring indigenous people makes
more sense.
402 10/22/21 19:44:59 10/22/21 19:45:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
403 10/22/21 19:51:11 10/22/21 19:51:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
404 10/22/21 19:19:30 10/22/21 19:53:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
405 10/22/21 19:48:45 10/22/21 19:54:25 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Getting rid of Columbus Day erases
his positive impact. Having only
indigenous day paints Columbus as all
evil. I think we can have both
406 10/22/21 19:50:48 10/22/21 19:54:54 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Replace Columbus Day with
Indigenous Peoples Day
407 10/22/21 19:47:48 10/22/21 19:56:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus Day has been observed for
less than 100 years. Columbus was a
kidnapping, murdering, rapist who sold
9 year old girls into sexual slavery.

Celebrating his life is absurd. He did
not "discover" America in any sense of
the word. The Vikings had settlements
here, so he wasn't even the first
European. The many native American
peoples have been here in many
different civilizations and it's time to
acknowledge how much was lost
when the Spaniards and other
colonists destroyed their civilization.
408 10/22/21 19:56:19 10/22/21 19:57:16 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
409 10/22/21 19:54:44 10/22/21 19:59:46 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
We need to remember both events..
410 10/22/21 20:04:54 10/22/21 20:05:23 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
411 10/22/21 20:03:19 10/22/21 20:06:40 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
No comment
412 10/22/21 20:05:12 10/22/21 20:08:29 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

As an Italian American I feel that
legacy should not be eliminated from
memory especially in this area where
so many Italians settled and
contributed to the growth of the nation.
413 10/22/21 20:08:34 10/22/21 20:08:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
414 10/22/21 20:09:05 10/22/21 20:10:11 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It's long due to acknowledge native
Americans and denounce the failed
explorer Columbus
415 10/22/21 20:09:32 10/22/21 20:10:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
416 10/22/21 20:09:46 10/22/21 20:12:55 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
417 10/22/21 20:12:47 10/22/21 20:14:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
418 10/22/21 20:14:31 10/22/21 20:14:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
419 10/22/21 20:13:42 10/22/21 20:15:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
420 10/22/21 20:13:45 10/22/21 20:15:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
421 10/22/21 20:02:22 10/22/21 20:17:57 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Since scientists have now proven that
the Vikings were in North America
almost 500 years before Columbus,
there is no reason why we should
celebrate him anymore. If the City
administration doesn't move to replace
Columbus Day with Indigenous
People's (or similar) Day, you are
essentially supporting genocide and
white supremacy.

Source:
https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/scienc
e/goodbye-columbus-vikings-crossed-
atlantic-1000-years-ago-2021-10-20/
422 10/22/21 20:25:01 10/22/21 20:27:55 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
423 10/22/21 20:29:40 10/22/21 20:31:24 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
424 10/22/21 20:09:44 10/22/21 20:32:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I would suggest to call what is
currently called Columbus Day as
People's day ( no more Columbus
day; nor indigenous people day). All
people would mean : native from the
north, central and south America as
well as people from all other
continents.

Either way, I would not like the city of
Santa Clara observing (closed) on two
days. Doesn't the city of Santa Clara
has more holidays than other
governmental institutions?
425 10/22/21 20:08:34 10/22/21 20:48:19 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus have been very much
maligned (and so has Junipero Serra).

The pendulum have swung way too
far. Columbus made a huge
contribution to our world today and
that should be acknowledged. I agree
that Indigenous people were
mistreated badly by some
conquistadores, British and American
colonies , etc. and then laid blame on
Columbus .
426 10/22/21 20:46:11 10/22/21 20:48:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus should not continue to be
observed given that he did not
"discover" anything. He wasn't even
the first non-indigenous group to land
in the Americas.
427 10/22/21 20:34:23 10/22/21 20:48:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Okay. In the 1898 Supreme Court
Case, Williams v. Mississippi, the
Court gave lip service to the the
Constitution's explicit words securing
citizenship and equality for all, but then
declared that there was "a field of
permissible action" whereby bigotry
and segregation might be allowed to
simmer. In other words, if "everybody"
goes along with it, we can just ignore
the words of that pesky ole
Constitution. (... and that hypocritical
Declaration ...) Whether we have
made much progress since then is still
debated. Reassessing whom we
honor is a small step. If we rein
ourselves in and move closer to our
professed ideals, it's a start.
428 10/22/21 20:40:08 10/22/21 20:49:06 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Stop tinkering with history and pushing
your anti-European BS. Slavery has
been and IS world-wide and ALL races
have been perpetrators. It is what it
is...an ugly side of human nature but
we need to learn from it, not sweep it
under the rug
429 10/22/21 20:48:38 10/22/21 20:50:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Change name to Discovery Day to
encompass both.
430 10/22/21 20:49:40 10/22/21 20:50:32 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
431 10/22/21 20:53:35 10/22/21 21:00:10 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
The people who are trying to change
Columbus day in my opinion are
bored. There lives are so empty they
have make things up and accuse
America of being a racist country. Get
a life and leave us alone.
432 10/22/21 21:02:04 10/22/21 21:05:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Much of Santa Clara is on land that
belongs to the Indigenous Peoples
that once lived here. I hope we
recognize that on the day. Columbus
is remembered already in many
names of places.
433 10/22/21 21:03:23 10/22/21 21:05:09 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
434 10/22/21 21:04:37 10/22/21 21:05:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
435 10/22/21 21:15:05 10/22/21 21:15:50 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
436 10/22/21 21:20:31 10/22/21 21:21:00 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Its right they are both
celebrated/remembered
437 10/22/21 21:19:49 10/22/21 21:21:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
See answer to question #1. 😉
438 10/22/21 21:29:46 10/22/21 21:30:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
439 10/22/21 21:30:54 10/22/21 21:31:10 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
440 10/22/21 21:30:05 10/22/21 21:31:45 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Are the results of the survey ever
going to be made public?
441 10/22/21 21:31:49 10/22/21 21:31:55 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
442 10/22/21 21:31:58 10/22/21 21:33:32 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
What kind of accuracy do you expect
to get the same person can vote
multiple times?
443 10/22/21 21:32:45 10/22/21 21:34:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
444 10/22/21 21:29:29 10/22/21 21:36:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a cruel European
conqueror and should have never
been honored with a holiday. On the
other hand, the first people to live on
this continent in harmony with nature,
and who were treated savagely by
Europeans & U.S. citizens for
centuries, deserve to be honored and
listened to. (At the moment, the irony
of many of them being arrested in DC
on October 11th 2021 for protesting
the climate-destroying, water & land
polluting pipelines, is not lost on
anyone paying attention.)
445 10/22/21 21:36:37 10/22/21 21:37:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
446 10/22/21 21:46:40 10/22/21 21:47:20 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus. Stop rewriting history
447 10/22/21 21:57:00 10/22/21 21:59:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I strongly support replacing Columbus
Day, which celebrates a truly awful
human being (much worse than some
of his contemporaries) for
"discovering" an already occupied
land, with a day which acknowledges
and honors the many peoples who
lived here for generations and were
forcefully supplanted by European
colonists.
448 10/22/21 21:59:55 10/22/21 22:00:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
449 10/22/21 22:00:51 10/22/21 22:02:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
This is long overdue and I'm glad the
conversation is taking place - definitely
need to rid of honoring a person that
has caused so much trauma to
indigenous peoples.
450 10/22/21 22:09:17 10/22/21 22:10:23 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
You guys need to get a better jobs. Fix
homelessness and crime before you
start thinking of such useless shit.
451 10/22/21 22:04:23 10/22/21 22:12:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Celebrating Columbus day is like flying
a Confederate flag. It disregards the
historic oppression of certain groups of
people. We need to change the
paradigm.
452 10/22/21 22:16:54 10/22/21 22:20:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
There are no “two sides” to
colonization and dispossession
453 10/22/21 22:12:11 10/22/21 22:20:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Although Colombus discovered the
Americas for Europeans, he was the
oppressor that put Native Americans
in the struggles they still face to say.

The reservations, the Indian Removal
Act can all be traced back to
Colombus, just by common sense
alone.
454 10/22/21 22:22:34 10/22/21 22:25:33 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
455 10/22/21 22:29:58 10/22/21 22:30:09 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
456 10/22/21 22:22:57 10/22/21 22:31:16 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

If you truly want to be inclusive (as
opposed to using the word "inclusive"
as a way to erase white
people/history), then Santa Clara
should observe both Columbus Day
and Indigenous Peoples' Day.
457 10/22/21 22:31:00 10/22/21 22:32:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
458 10/22/21 22:29:13 10/22/21 22:32:39 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus drove the slaughter and
displacement of indigenous people.

It’s totally tone deaf and downright
immoral to continue celebrating him.
459 10/22/21 22:33:02 10/22/21 22:33:32 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
460 10/22/21 22:33:19 10/22/21 22:35:14 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
461 10/22/21 22:30:10 10/22/21 22:36:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I don't see a reason to celebrate
violence, slavery, forced assimilation
and conversion, and colonization. It's
no brainer. Change Columbus Day to
Native People's Day.
462 10/22/21 22:35:14 10/22/21 22:36:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus committed atrocities and is
not a great man to celebrate. I
definitely support no longer celebrating
Columbus Day. I also think we could
probably all use a day to reflect, learn,
and celebrate the history and culture
of the indigenous peoples of the
Americas.
463 10/22/21 22:37:42 10/22/21 22:38:54 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Leave it as is
464 10/22/21 22:32:02 10/22/21 22:39:38 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was looking for India. He
only missed by 15,000 miles or so.

Why celebrate this error?
465 10/22/21 22:39:45 10/22/21 22:40:55 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Keep both!
466 10/22/21 23:00:07 10/22/21 23:00:48 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
467 10/22/21 17:05:50 10/22/21 23:03:23 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Columbus is part of the history that
can't be erased.
468 10/22/21 23:13:01 10/22/21 23:13:46 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
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469 10/22/21 23:13:58 10/22/21 23:14:05 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
470 10/22/21 23:07:13 10/22/21 23:14:33 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Both have significant history,
remembrance, transitions, and
lessons right now for our communities.

Also to further a path for growth,
community, and progress we want to
assure opportunities for reflection,
growth, and trust to be established.
(These opportunities could include, for
instance: time, comfort, familiarity, co-
ownership/buy-in, accountability,
inclusivity, etc)
471 10/22/21 23:15:20 10/22/21 23:19:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It’s a good step in recognizing that
Columbus did horrible things to the
people on whose land he arrived
upon. Why should we celebrate this?
472 10/22/21 23:18:29 10/22/21 23:20:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
473 10/22/21 23:22:51 10/22/21 23:24:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a war criminal. Not
currently into celebrating war criminals.
474 10/22/21 23:24:30 10/22/21 23:25:51 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
475 10/22/21 23:22:42 10/22/21 23:28:11 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We can not change or re-write history,
but we can learn from the past. We
will not make the same mistakes our
ancestors/forbearers did. We grew up
with certain holidays, why confuse
people by renaming them?
476 10/22/21 23:28:39 10/22/21 23:29:39 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
477 10/22/21 23:25:22 10/22/21 23:33:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Native Americans deserve to be the
center of the narrative.
478 10/22/21 23:29:55 10/22/21 23:34:32 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I don't feel changing name of holiday
is the answer. We change our attitude
or opinion of things but we cannot
change history. We forget our history
,,bad or wrong as it is, apt to repeat it
479 10/22/21 23:33:00 10/22/21 23:37:27 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
As an Italian-American, I've always
been proud of my heritage (not to the
exclusion of other people's heritage),
and that Columbus discovered
America, even tho, like a lot of things,
this has been proved inaccurate. I'd
like to see a celebration of the good
things Italian Americans have brought
to America. AND I'd like to see a
celebration of Native Americans who
have contributed much to this country -
and an accurate history of how they
have been treated. We need to make
amends for how abysmally they were -
AND ARE - treated.
480 10/22/21 23:35:21 10/22/21 23:38:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It’s time to honor truth and history and
center the voices of Native
Californians who are speaking out
against historical and ongoing
practices of colonization.

It’s time to tackle Santa Clara’s city
motto, the history legacy of the
mission, and actively give the land
back to the peoples it was stolen from.

Sincerely, a fellow colonizer
481 10/22/21 23:38:05 10/22/21 23:41:02 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Indigenous Peoples’ Day only
482 10/22/21 23:43:04 10/22/21 23:43:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
483 10/23/21 0:07:01 10/23/21 0:07:41 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Keep it as Columbus Day
484 10/22/21 17:01:40 10/23/21 0:07:47 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
485 10/23/21 0:13:27 10/23/21 0:14:31 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
486 10/23/21 0:30:35 10/23/21 0:31:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
487 10/23/21 0:54:56 10/23/21 0:57:22 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
488 10/23/21 0:56:27 10/23/21 0:57:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Don't celebrate Columbus day, he was
an invader.
489 10/23/21 1:02:52 10/23/21 1:09:44 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I think we should have both. We
cannot ignore history by eliminating it.

We need to acknowledge it and learn
from it. So by observing both - on
different days - we can learn from both.
490 10/23/21 1:18:33 10/23/21 1:19:29 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
491 10/23/21 2:49:34 10/23/21 2:54:25 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I’m latino and have of 40% indigenous
blood. There’s a lot of things that are
more important and productive that
tweaking or adding silly holidays, that
is if you don’t want to end like the poor
countries in Latin America.

Please use my tax money for
something meaningful.
492 10/23/21 2:53:42 10/23/21 2:55:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
493 10/23/21 3:51:22 10/23/21 3:52:34 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
494 10/23/21 4:36:19 10/23/21 4:38:58 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
495 10/23/21 5:04:00 10/23/21 5:04:50 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
496 10/23/21 5:07:08 10/23/21 5:10:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus day was an absurd
observance from the get-go, and
should never have been a holiday.
497 10/23/21 5:26:13 10/23/21 5:27:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
498 10/23/21 6:18:00 10/23/21 6:19:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
499 10/23/21 6:00:57 10/23/21 6:22:31 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We need to acknowledge all sides of
history and explain both the good and
bad that come from historical events.
500 10/23/21 6:29:51 10/23/21 6:30:33 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
501 10/23/21 6:31:36 10/23/21 6:32:12 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
502 10/23/21 6:47:12 10/23/21 6:50:30 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I disagree with turning the famous
from history into villians
503 10/23/21 6:51:37 10/23/21 6:52:39 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
504 10/23/21 7:02:28 10/23/21 7:02:55 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
505 10/23/21 7:05:35 10/23/21 7:14:20 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
The concept of celebrating
"Indigenous Peoples' Day" is odd to
me. What are we celebrating? Who
are we celebrating, e.g., Native
Americans or just any Indigenous
People from anywhere? The idea that
we would simply swap Columbus for
Indigenous People misses some
fundamental points. No, Columbus
wasn't the first to discover the
continent, arguably not even the first
to discover it by boat from Europe.

However, he established the continent
for colonization for Europe. And, while
colonization has negative
associations, it is also the only way
that our country and others could have
been established as they exist. This
intentional effort to erase important
historical contributions by people we
judge harshly under today's lens of
morality is a dangerous trend. Teach
the good and the bad through the
memory, rather than simply expunge it
from our history. And, if you want to
celebrate Native Americans,
specifically, find a way to do so that
makes more sense and doesn't seem
to be such a trivial, half-hearted
approach as simply exchanging
names on a holiday.
506 10/23/21 7:15:21 10/23/21 7:15:40 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
507 10/23/21 7:20:02 10/23/21 7:21:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
508 10/23/21 7:28:20 10/23/21 7:35:14 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
As an African American. Person who
is all too familiar with the horrors of
abuse towards not just indigenous
people but Africans brought her
against their will. I can relate to their
struggle which is brought to life more
when history is corrected. As it should
be. I can only hope it is also one step
closer for African Americans and
descendants of slaves to get the
Reparations they are due for all the
lynching, raping, killing, separation of
families, racism/discrimination and free
labor my people endured.
509 10/23/21 7:34:34 10/23/21 7:35:51 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
510 10/23/21 7:31:21 10/23/21 7:36:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
511 10/23/21 7:47:47 10/23/21 7:48:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
512 10/22/21 15:48:47 10/23/21 7:49:21 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
513 10/23/21 7:52:52 10/23/21 7:53:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
514 10/23/21 7:44:58 10/23/21 7:53:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It is inappropriate to celebrate a
genocidal maniac. It is also silly to
celebrate a navigator who discovered
a new continent, yet who insisted he
was in Asia. We owe a lot to the
Indigenous People of North America
and should use this day to
communicate that fact to the people of
Santa Clara.
515 10/23/21 8:09:51 10/23/21 8:12:28 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
516 10/23/21 8:17:27 10/23/21 8:19:29 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
517 10/23/21 8:19:39 10/23/21 8:20:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
518 10/23/21 8:21:46 10/23/21 8:22:56 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
519 10/23/21 8:38:39 10/23/21 8:43:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
My opinion is, that the best people to
answer this survey are the Native
American Peoples themselves.

Would it be a good idea to make a
Native American festivity a federal
holiday?
What would represent October 12th to
them? When did the Spanish empire
touched them? Is this date the same
for all of them?
520 10/23/21 8:43:15 10/23/21 8:44:00 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
521 10/23/21 8:39:59 10/23/21 8:47:43 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Proponents of Indigenous People’s
Day love to say, “This is not anti-
Italian; It’s anti-Columbus.” But that is
a lie. Are they calling to rename the
day “Italian Heritage Day”? NO! They
are demanding the day be taken
completely away from Italian
Americans and there is nothing more
anti-Italian than this! This is NOT being
inclusive. And anyone that votes in
favor of eliminating our day of
celebration is just as guilty of racism
and discrimination as the people
calling for it’s removal, especially when
they’re not even calling to rename the
day “Italian Heritage Day.”

Fact is scholars have proven that
Christopher Columbus is accused of
crimes committed by his political
adversaries and actions of leaders
that came after him. Historical
research shows that Columbus
advocated for the rights of Indigenous
People and punished his own men
when they committed crimes against
the Natives. Time and again writings
show that Columbus hoped to
peacefully convert Native Americans
to Christianity through teaching and
not force. By Papal law, once people
converted to Christianity they could not
be enslaved so how could he possibly
have intended to pursue slavery? Yet
it seems the flames of uneducated
radicalized mobs continue to dictate
the course of this country as they
522 10/23/21 8:47:47 10/23/21 8:47:56 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
523 10/23/21 8:48:32 10/23/21 8:48:43 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
524 10/23/21 8:50:42 10/23/21 8:56:23 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
History is a viewpoint. Not something
we rewrite or disguise. Acknowledge
both.
525 10/23/21 8:58:26 10/23/21 8:59:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
526 10/23/21 9:06:38 10/23/21 9:09:02 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
527 10/23/21 9:09:48 10/23/21 9:10:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It's time Santa Clara makes the
decision to be on the right side of
history.
528 10/23/21 9:26:16 10/23/21 9:28:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was not the first European
to discover the Western Hemisphere.

But, he was the first to pillage and
destroy the lands of the Indigenous
People.
529 10/23/21 9:29:33 10/23/21 9:30:39 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
530 10/23/21 9:34:21 10/23/21 9:35:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
531 10/23/21 10:00:37 10/23/21 10:01:17 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
532 10/23/21 10:01:51 10/23/21 10:02:25 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
533 10/23/21 10:01:55 10/23/21 10:04:50 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
recent research has unveiled that
Columbus was NOT the first explorer
to discover America, archaeology has
proved that Vikings and even the
Chinese have landed on our shores
before Columbus. in essence, a
holiday for Columbus is no longer
relevant.
a holiday that honors Native
Americans is LONG LONG LONG
overdue.
534 10/23/21 10:02:50 10/23/21 10:05:16 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I feel strongly that Native peoples are
recognized. This day should be about
remembering the people that were
taken advantage of and forced away
from their homes and their culture.
535 10/23/21 10:03:01 10/23/21 10:05:47 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I want to honor indigenous people,
while celebrating the achievements of
explorers like Columbus. Can we do
both?
536 10/23/21 10:05:53 10/23/21 10:06:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus sucks!
537 10/23/21 10:03:27 10/23/21 10:06:46 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Indigenous Peoples' Day is an
inclusive name, whereas Columbus
Day is an implicit celebration of
genocide. I agree the name should be
changed.
538 10/23/21 10:03:53 10/23/21 10:07:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Why would we want to celebrate
someone who committed genocide
and raped and pillaged many
indigenous communities? And how
can we celebrate indigenous and
native people while also celebrating a
man who tried to wipe them off their
own land? You cannot celebrate both
simultaneously and we shouldn't
celebrate a horrible man.
539 10/23/21 10:09:56 10/23/21 10:15:09 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We need more holidays! And definitely
need them on different days, here's
the advantages of doing that.

When we have more holidays, we will
consume, that means we will spend
money, we don't need stimulus checks
that often but we definitely need more
holidays, you guys will make Santa
Clara county as the best county over
USA without almost zero cost. Why
not?
540 10/23/21 10:12:50 10/23/21 10:18:39 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
We should not ignore the fact that
Columbus did come to North America.

I see nothing wrong with having a
celebration for Native American
people but it should not eliminate
Columbus. If you really want people to
honor Native Americans give them
their own/new date. Otherwise there
will always be people that will not
change and will reticule and not
observe. Start off fresh!
541 10/23/21 10:09:48 10/23/21 10:22:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
542 10/23/21 10:23:01 10/23/21 10:24:39 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Accepting the truth of our history and
honoring those whose lives were
stolen from has been long overdue .
543 10/23/21 10:25:01 10/23/21 10:25:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
544 10/23/21 10:29:41 10/23/21 10:30:03 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
545 10/23/21 10:46:14 10/23/21 10:49:05 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Without Columbus, America as we
know it would not exist.

All heritages, indigenous or other,
should be preserved.

America has a great non-ethnic
heritage that we should all honor.
546 10/23/21 11:10:39 10/23/21 11:10:52 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Both!
547 10/23/21 11:15:59 10/23/21 11:20:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
You should get rid of BOTH, and in
fact all holidays. Non-christians don't
celebrate Christmas...... Yom Kipur is
the most holy day of the Jewish
culture, yet no holiday. We should
have the first Monday of every month
off as a "reflection day"........... people
can reflect on anything they want.
548 10/23/21 11:21:51 10/23/21 11:22:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a terrible person and
should not be celebrated.
549 10/23/21 11:27:01 10/23/21 11:30:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I'm sure you've seen this take on
Columbus by The Oatmeal comic
author?
https://theoatmeal.com/comics/columb
us_day He was an awful person. He
intentionally brought cruelty and
destruction. Please, let's stop
celebrating him.
550 10/23/21 11:34:30 10/23/21 11:36:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
551 10/23/21 12:10:49 10/23/21 12:11:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
552 10/23/21 12:13:29 10/23/21 12:28:03 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
History is factual. Redefining events of
the past masquerades historic people.

Columbus' voyage and three ship fleet
began the expansion of the known
world. We should acknowledge his
courage and fortitude rather than
attempting to hide it. While some wish
to focus on historical faults, we should
instead celebrate the great
accomplishment. Acknowledge the
courage of 15th century explorers who
opened the creation of our western
society. Our society with ideals
unmatched in South America and
socialist, marxist nations.
553 10/23/21 12:31:11 10/23/21 12:32:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Observe both Native American
heritage day and indigenous peoples
day
554 10/23/21 12:59:46 10/23/21 13:01:08 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Next they'll want to remove Christ
555 10/23/21 13:05:43 10/23/21 13:06:55 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
556 10/23/21 13:24:05 10/23/21 13:31:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
There's no reason to celebrate a man
like Columbus. It's not just the actual
colonization of the Americas that's a
problem for me in regards to this
specific issue, it's the fact that he was
horrible even by standards of his own
time. But if we do change to
Indigenous Peoples' Day, which is
what we "celebrate" in my home, we
need something to ensure that it isn't
all about the white man vs the
indigenous man. A holiday should be
something to celebrate, period. It
needs to be inclusive as well,
something for all Americans, even
those from other countries (like
myself), to celebrate. There are plenty
of things within indigenous cultures
that aren't sacred, they could be
shared among the people of the US.
557 10/23/21 13:41:38 10/23/21 13:42:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
558 10/23/21 13:47:59 10/23/21 13:48:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
559 10/23/21 13:48:33 10/23/21 13:50:02 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
560 10/23/21 14:07:03 10/23/21 14:08:07 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Even if you wanted to honor the
european that discovered america, we
already have lots of proof that it wasnt
columbus. Drop the columbus day
entirely.
561 10/23/21 14:15:53 10/23/21 14:17:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Stop celebrating Columbus Day!
562 10/23/21 12:00:57 10/23/21 14:19:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
563 10/23/21 14:27:49 10/23/21 14:33:26 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Celebrating Columbus Day
perpetuates the myth that he
discovered an unknown, unpopulated
continent. Not only were there many
people already living here, but many
European fleets fished off the Atlantic
coast, Vikings had been here before,
and a number of people from various
other countries also visited or found
the Americas. Let’s have accurate
history being told and taught.
564 10/23/21 14:34:55 10/23/21 14:35:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
565 10/23/21 14:55:09 10/23/21 14:58:56 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Another alternative is to observe both,
but rename Columbus Day to Italian-
American Heritage Day. Reframing the
name of the day will both acknowledge
the problematic history of Columbus
while still honoring the contributions of
the Italian-American community to the
US.
566 10/23/21 15:00:22 10/23/21 15:00:42 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
567 10/23/21 15:15:57 10/23/21 15:16:26 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
We are all Indigenous from
somewhere!
568 10/23/21 15:47:08 10/23/21 15:49:03 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
569 10/23/21 15:29:35 10/23/21 15:53:00 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
I do not see the need to eliminate
Columbus Day from the calendar. Yes,
the Native Americans were mistreated
by some, but what is overlooked is the
many who treated them kindly and
with respect. The image of who
Columbus was and what he did has
been misrepresented. Also what is
overlooked is the Native American
tribes who were very cruel to other
tribes or to the Europeans. Christianity
is not spread by violence. Read about
the North American martyrs who gave
their lives in service to teaching and
helping the Hurons and were
massacred by the very tribes they tried
to help. Violence unfortunately is a
part of human history, no matter the
country. All of us are to blame for this,
regardless of our race or creed. I do
not see Columbus Day as a day to
celebrate those who mistreated the
Native Americans. It is a day to
remember an historical event in which
the land of America was discovered
and is the reason why many of us live
here in our country today. To add
another day to honor Native
Americans is a fine thing to do but I
don’t see why Columbus has to be
thrown aside to do this.
570 10/23/21 16:02:20 10/23/21 16:03:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
571 10/23/21 16:03:25 10/23/21 16:20:48 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
The committee needs to recognize
and embrace balanced perspectives.

Columbus was a great man in many
ways, and he had serious faults in
other ways. We should continue to
recognize him for the great things that
he accomplished as well as continue
to educate our community about the
evil that was perpetuated against
Native Americans, Africans, and
Asians by Columbus, our leaders, and
by our common citizens throughout
our history. We can not condone nor
allow the hate that has been recently
espoused by certain radical elements
in the name of making America great.

The concepts of Columbus Day and
Indigenous People's Day are
unrelated and are not mutually
exclusive.
572 10/23/21 16:32:44 10/23/21 16:34:43 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Glad you are looking at this.
573 10/23/21 16:41:21 10/23/21 16:42:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
574 10/23/21 16:47:45 10/23/21 16:49:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Long overdue!
575 10/23/21 17:13:24 10/23/21 17:13:53 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
576 10/23/21 18:22:35 10/23/21 18:33:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I am glad to see some official
recognition of Indigenous Peoples. I
hope that social support for their
surviving descendants, languages,
and cultures will improve and increase.

Thank you.
577 10/23/21 19:47:54 10/23/21 19:48:36 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
578 10/23/21 20:04:35 10/23/21 20:05:20 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
579 10/23/21 20:00:02 10/23/21 20:06:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Keeping both observances would feel
even MORE offensive to me.

It would be nice to find a way to honor
Italian American heritage with the
removal of Columbus day. Some
recognition so that this isn't a loss but
a refocusing.
580 10/23/21 20:00:50 10/23/21 20:11:01 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Pick a day, other than October 2, to
acknowledge Native American History
from pre-history to the current era.
581 10/23/21 20:20:37 10/23/21 20:25:08 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

If Columbus Day is disbanded so
should Christmas, Thanksgiving,
Memorial Day, and Fourth of July and
any other day that celebrates
American Heritage or holidays brought
to that are celebrated due to the
earliest immigrants to this country.

The only day that should be
celebrated is Indiginous People.
582 10/23/21 20:25:29 10/23/21 20:26:39 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
583 10/23/21 20:31:24 10/23/21 20:33:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus didn’t discover anything.

Indigenous people were just fine
before he arrived.
584 10/23/21 21:07:16 10/23/21 21:07:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
585 10/23/21 19:50:11 10/23/21 21:24:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I don't have an opinion on the date for
Indigenous People's Day, but
Columbus does not need a national
holiday.
586 10/23/21 21:31:06 10/23/21 21:31:46 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
587 10/23/21 21:58:00 10/23/21 21:59:16 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Make an additional holiday, quit
kneeling to the cancel culture mob and
erasing history.
588 10/23/21 21:59:36 10/23/21 21:59:43 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
589 10/23/21 21:59:54 10/23/21 21:59:58 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
590 10/23/21 22:59:25 10/23/21 23:08:29 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
It is not a problem at all. It’s like a
visibility of work to prevent Twitter
crying from several offended person.

They find new way to be offended.

Stop care about minor things that are
not interesting to major population.

Care about home prices, about
ecology, about endangered species,
about 2nd amendment, about forest
fires, about water!, about crimes.

Thank you.
591 10/23/21 23:22:43 10/23/21 23:23:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
592 10/23/21 23:50:53 10/23/21 23:52:46 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
593 10/24/21 7:17:11 10/24/21 7:18:25 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
594 10/24/21 7:30:15 10/24/21 7:31:22 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Glenna Hall
595 10/24/21 7:38:20 10/24/21 7:38:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
596 10/24/21 7:58:40 10/24/21 8:15:18 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
We shouldn't forget the past but we
should honor those who need to be
remembered for what of today's views
are have changed they should not be
forgotten.
597 10/24/21 8:27:48 10/24/21 8:29:19 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
598 10/24/21 9:10:32 10/24/21 9:12:20 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
599 10/24/21 9:35:36 10/24/21 9:36:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
600 10/24/21 10:13:07 10/24/21 10:14:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
601 10/24/21 10:24:04 10/24/21 10:26:00 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Columbus Day is important to Italian
Americans and traditionalists, but
leaves many others cold. Observing
both Columbus Day and Indigenous
Peoples Day on the same day allows
everyone to choose the observation
that is meaningful to them.
602 10/24/21 10:37:03 10/24/21 10:38:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Thank you for your awareness of
cultural heritage and history.
603 10/24/21 11:00:17 10/24/21 11:01:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
604 10/24/21 11:14:10 10/24/21 11:15:48 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus never set foot in 'America.'
It's a stupid holiday. Please honor
Native Americans--it's the least we can
do!
605 10/24/21 11:36:16 10/24/21 11:38:36 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
606 10/24/21 11:39:57 10/24/21 11:42:43 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Indigenous people already have
August 9th, the day after Thanksgiving
and the month of November to
celebrate their great heritage.
607 10/24/21 11:42:55 10/24/21 11:43:48 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
608 10/24/21 11:47:30 10/24/21 11:51:49 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I would like to see both observed on
the SAME day, thus insuring the
history of both are recorded and
recognized. I am NOT in favor of
erasing history....
609 10/24/21 11:50:19 10/24/21 11:53:37 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We should not hide or dismiss history.

We can observe and celebrate both
on the same day.
610 10/24/21 11:50:55 10/24/21 11:55:01 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Too much of American history good or
bad is being erased. Leave the
statues, history as it was and learn
from it and do better.
611 10/24/21 11:52:05 10/24/21 11:55:25 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
612 10/24/21 11:57:22 10/24/21 11:59:39 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
613 10/24/21 13:05:15 10/24/21 13:05:50 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Drop Columbus.
614 10/24/21 12:52:50 10/24/21 13:09:56 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
We should not be changing history
just because a few individuals doesn't
like what happened. President
Franklin D. Roosevelt declared it a
national holiday in 1939 and it should
stay that way, if the individuals want an
Indigenous Peoples Day go ahead
and declare one but don't change
history. Taking away Columbus Day
is denying the Italian-American culture
which has done so much for this
nation and this valley.
615 10/24/21 13:09:28 10/24/21 13:32:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Let Columbus be celebrated as an
explorer along with other explorers at
some other date.

Indigenous people deserve a day of
recognition to realign history on the
actual roles their ancestors were
forced into, to share their culture, and
to explain their current needs and
struggles.
616 10/24/21 13:26:05 10/24/21 13:32:47 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
617 10/24/21 13:49:14 10/24/21 13:49:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
618 10/24/21 13:55:44 10/24/21 14:02:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
619 10/22/21 23:06:51 10/24/21 14:02:07 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Celebrate both days
620 10/24/21 14:45:28 10/24/21 14:46:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
621 10/24/21 15:09:47 10/24/21 15:10:08 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
We already celebrate both, please
keep it this way!
622 10/24/21 15:22:43 10/24/21 15:24:11 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
623 10/24/21 15:24:22 10/24/21 15:25:57 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
624 10/24/21 15:28:48 10/24/21 15:31:41 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Let’s keep both.
625 10/24/21 15:32:44 10/24/21 15:33:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
626 10/24/21 15:54:03 10/24/21 15:55:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
627 10/24/21 16:15:18 10/24/21 16:20:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Until reading this summary, I had
never heard of Columbus Day as a
celebration of Italian-American
heritage. It has always been presented
to me as focused on an individual man
who came to North America (and not
even the first European to do so, we
now know). I can understand that if
Italian-Americans saw it as a cultural
day for them, they would feel its loss.

But I don’t think the majority public
understands it as that sort of a
celebration, and Indigenous Peoples’
Day feels much more appropriate.
628 10/24/21 16:37:07 10/24/21 16:40:33 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Honor Indigenous People but never
forget the history that brought us to the
present day!
629 10/24/21 17:19:23 10/24/21 17:23:51 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
630 10/24/21 17:57:29 10/24/21 17:59:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
How is holiday is still a thing. He was a
rapist and pedophile, who stumbled
ass backwards in to one of the islands
near America.
631 10/24/21 18:17:01 10/24/21 18:18:57 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I believe the suffering of the
indigenous people far outweigh the
contribution of Columbus, so it is more
befitting to observe the indigenous
peoples' day.
632 10/24/21 18:12:36 10/24/21 18:51:05 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
To whom it may concern,
Columbus Day is a celebration of
exploration and discovery, the
Renaissance, and immigration. These
values are important to the City of
Santa Clara as the seat of Silicon
Valley. He is a great man, and great
men are not without controversy, yet
he is still relevant. His journey led to
the discovery that made the United
States, just the same as modern
Silicon Valley laboratories endeavor to
build the United States with
technological discovery. His expedition
was based on reasoned principles,
using the best scientific evidence of
his day. In our Santa Clara schools
and businesses, we carry that
Renaissance tradition of logic and
reason to the 21st Century. Finally,
nearly 40% of Santa Clara County
residents are foreign-born; Columbus,
an Italian explorer, represents their
dreams of discovering a better future
in a new world. Columbus is
celebrated because he represents the
values that make our city great and
her sons and daughters, born here or
adopted, successful. Let us keep
Columbus Day, let us keep the
Mission City, Santa Clara great!
Regards,
Resident
633 10/24/21 18:52:39 10/24/21 18:54:25 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus is an important figure for
Italians who have been persecuted as
the “undesirable immigrant” for many
years in a WASP America and we
shouldn’t get rid of this day in our
nation’s history just because it is no
longer popular to recognize where
some of us came from.
634 10/24/21 19:34:06 10/24/21 19:37:17 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus day is unnecessary. He did
not discover this land and I feel that it
is time to acknowledge the original
inhabitants of our area.
635 10/24/21 19:46:05 10/24/21 19:46:44 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
636 10/24/21 19:53:34 10/24/21 19:53:49 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
637 10/24/21 20:02:57 10/24/21 20:14:48 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It is unfair to judge Columbus by
today’s standards. Why has he been
celebrated for the past 500 years while
only now recently coming under fire?
Cities schools universities countries
have been named after him. Slavery
was common place in the day, the
atrocities committed upon the
indigenous people happened long
after Columbus. What we are
celebrating on Columbus Day is the
arrival of western civilization to the
Western Hemisphere.
638 10/24/21 20:19:39 10/24/21 20:20:45 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
639 10/24/21 20:31:24 10/24/21 20:35:18 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
640 10/24/21 20:52:47 10/24/21 20:58:59 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

We should preserve the Historical
record, even though it may NOT be
good one. However, we should add to
the Historical record, the
contemporary corrections.
641 10/24/21 21:20:13 10/24/21 21:23:03 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus Day should remain in
observance due to his contributions
and bravery to bring our cultures and
civilization to the Americas.
642 10/24/21 21:12:56 10/24/21 21:29:20 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Keeping Columbus Day is a reminder
of the past that must be kept.

Celebrating Native Americans is nice
too. Adding a day to a celebrate more
americans is American. Leaving out
or cutting out anyone is Unamerican
After all, think about it...history is filled
with what ifs.... What if the
Europeans did not come here. Who
would have? What is Napoleon did
not sell the Louisiana Territory? What
kind of country would this be? How
big or small would the US be and what
language would be be speaking? Let
us not compare the civilizations of
hundreds of years ago to today.

People have moved away from the
ideas of the past and have been
looking to a future that is better for
everyone. We don't even fight wars
the same way anymore. Think about
fighting our next war like we fought our
revolutionary war. We would not even
think that would be a possibility. We
just don't even do things that way
anymore. The world as a whole is
more humane and more able to work
through problems. But we must
always be taught our history, so we
can keep learning from the mistakes
of the past to create a better future.
643 10/24/21 22:05:24 10/24/21 22:09:28 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus as a person does have a
complicated history with negative
elements, but Columbus Day is a
holiday that has longed served as a
significant milestone of America’s
acceptance of immigrants. In an era of
rising nationalism, I believe it is more
important than ever to maintain
Columbus Day.
644 10/24/21 22:10:37 10/24/21 22:20:19 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

The voyages of Christopher Columbus
were a watershed moment in the
history of human civilization. For
centuries people from all walks of life
found in them elements of virtue and
human potential – an encounter
between peoples with new possibilities
beyond the horizon. In recent
decades, facts have been pushed
aside in an effort to recast Columbus
as a villain and/or architect of violence
and injustices. While Columbus was
not perfect and some of the men
accompanying him certainly
committed abuses, it is neither fair nor
intellectually honest to blame
Columbus for such injustices nor any
of the societal issues we face today.
645 10/24/21 22:30:34 10/24/21 22:31:38 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
646 10/24/21 22:34:48 10/24/21 22:35:04 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
647 10/24/21 23:39:56 10/24/21 23:48:22 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We should continue to observe
Columbus Day. Christopher Columbus
was a man of entrepreneurial genius,
a mariner without rival, a leader who
had an indomitable spirit and is the
architect of the modern world.
648 10/24/21 23:58:12 10/25/21 0:06:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
The myth of Columbus day itself is
offensive. It is high time we stopped
lying to our children. Columbus himself
didn't "discover" America, nor did he
ever set foot in any of the land
currently understood as the United
States - he landed in and established
a colony in Hispaniola on behalf of
Spain. His treatment of the indigenous
people of Hispaniola was horrifying
and depraved. Nothing about the story
has anything to do with American
history, American pride, nor any
wholesome qualities we might want to
teach our children.
649 10/25/21 5:33:00 10/25/21 5:43:23 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
To connect Columbus, an explorer
and Christian, with future European
slave trade is silly. People have tried
to make a connection that because he
introduced Europe to the New World
he is responsible for anything that
occurred afterwards. What kind of
logic is that? Do you know that the
tribes had their own form of slavery
before Columbus landed in the
Americas? Should I ignore the fact
that Columbus's discovery lead to
settlement of Europeans who sought
religious freedom? And that if the
United States did not develop into a
World Wide leader, we might all be in
prisoned under a World Wide Nazi
Germany. This is a crazy time we live
in and radical people with not much
need of history or facts are promoting
the changes we see in society. Let's
not make the misstate of being lead
blindly by others because they shout
louder.
650 10/25/21 6:09:55 10/25/21 6:11:02 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
You did not give an option to observe
neither day?
651 10/25/21 6:59:39 10/25/21 7:00:51 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
652 10/25/21 8:21:26 10/25/21 8:22:43 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
653 10/25/21 9:21:54 10/25/21 9:22:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
654 10/25/21 9:34:18 10/25/21 9:37:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus neither discovered America
nor brought anything of value to the
land. Instead he brought violence,
sickness and death to the indigenous
peoples of this land. I agree that he
should be remembered, but not as a
hero or someone to be revered.

Indigenous People's Day should not
only replace Columbus Day, but it
should make it clear that the empires
of ancient Europe caused more grief
than they did benefit around the world.
655 10/25/21 9:36:37 10/25/21 9:37:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
656 10/25/21 9:41:26 10/25/21 9:44:52 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Keep Columbus Day observance as
is. Indigenous People have a day in
August (I believe it is August 9) for
their heritage and the day after
Thanksgiving is International Day of
Indigenous People.
657 10/25/21 10:21:23 10/25/21 10:23:16 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus wasn't the first white person
to discover America--the Vikings
probably were.

Indigenous people contributed more to
the formation of the United States than
Columbus.
658 10/25/21 10:14:25 10/25/21 10:23:26 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I grew up in a US city school district
that did not observe Columbus Day (in
northern San Diego). I have no
sentimental ties to the holiday, other
than it is unexpected and inconvenient
when govt and daycares are closed.

We should and need to do more to
recognize Native American heritage
and history and the renaming of the
holiday is one step toward that. While
it was an impressive feat for Columbus
to cross the Atlantic with limited
technology, the conquest afterward
and decimation of Native American
populations, language and culture was
an irreplaceable loss. It has never
made sense to me why we celebrate
Columbus day since Columbus was
not American. I'm not sure that
Indigenous Peoples' Day is the right
name to convey honor, but it is
acceptable and since the federal
government and other jurisdictions
have chosen that name, it's probably
best to keep it standardized.
659 10/25/21 10:27:16 10/25/21 10:32:00 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
660 10/25/21 10:44:56 10/25/21 10:45:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
661 10/25/21 11:00:30 10/25/21 11:01:46 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
662 10/25/21 11:48:41 10/25/21 11:51:32 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
663 10/23/21 16:55:35 10/25/21 12:34:35 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
664 10/25/21 12:36:45 10/25/21 12:37:49 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
665 10/25/21 13:57:45 10/25/21 13:59:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Time do get rid of Columbus Day but
would prefer to replace it with
Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Thx
666 10/25/21 15:00:10 10/25/21 15:01:03 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
667 10/25/21 15:01:28 10/25/21 15:02:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus Day is an antiquated
holiday that celebrates a man who is
responsible for the genocide of native
people throughout the Americas.

Continuing the practice of honoring
this man perpetuates white supremacy.
668 10/25/21 15:47:02 10/25/21 15:49:50 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
669 10/25/21 15:50:09 10/25/21 15:51:47 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
670 10/25/21 16:28:38 10/25/21 16:31:55 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
671 10/25/21 16:32:55 10/25/21 16:33:21 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
672 10/25/21 16:37:58 10/25/21 16:38:28 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
673 10/25/21 16:56:50 10/25/21 16:58:23 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
In no way should we be using the
name of or honoring Columbus.

Period.
674 10/25/21 17:16:27 10/25/21 17:19:00 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus Day, celebrate holiday as is
part of our history and heritage.
675 10/25/21 18:12:42 10/25/21 18:12:59 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
676 10/25/21 18:24:22 10/25/21 18:29:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
The indigenous people their own day
and new generations needs to
acknowledge what truly happened.
677 10/25/21 19:03:35 10/25/21 19:05:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It’s time to move forward and let go of
Columbus. day. We need to show our
kids and future generations he was not
the historic figure to observe and
name a Holiday after. Why not
recognize, our true founding people of
this nation!!
678 10/25/21 19:57:08 10/25/21 19:58:21 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
679 10/25/21 20:37:10 10/25/21 20:39:11 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
680 10/25/21 21:31:47 10/25/21 21:33:58 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
681 10/25/21 20:09:47 10/25/21 22:06:25 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus Day is set in the history of
this republic. It should remain so. We
are not responsible today for what our
forefathers did 400+ years ago.

There are already numerous
monuments to Native Americans all
across the country. Enough is enough.
682 10/25/21 22:23:40 10/25/21 22:24:24 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
683 10/25/21 22:05:09 10/25/21 22:43:20 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I support keeping the Columbus Day
holiday and maintaining the name.

Firstly, Columbus Day is still a cultural
touchpoint for Italian-Americans, who
emphasized the holiday in the 1890s
as a response to anti-Italian sentiment,
discrimination, and lynchings taking
place in the U.S. Early 20th-century
opponents to Columbus Day also
opposed it on harsh anti-immigration
and anti-Catholic grounds. As the
holiday today, Columbus Day can be a
positive occasion to celebrate
immigrants, their cultures, and their
contributions, and combat
xenophobia. It also helps mark the
important cultural and economic
contributions Italian-Americans have
made to Santa Clara's and Santa
Clara County's histories, as my own
ancestors did.

Secondly, naming it Columbus Day
more accurately pinpoints the actual
historical event, i.e. that of Columbus'
voyage sighting the North American
continent, which is one of the most
significant moments in written history.

This changed the fate of all humanity,
for better or worse. Such a world-
altering event is worth acknowledging,
even if we take measures to avoid an
outright celebration given the
subsequent death and misfortune that
befell Native American populations in
the following decades.
684 10/26/21 0:02:10 10/26/21 0:04:24 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
685 10/26/21 5:59:55 10/26/21 6:03:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
686 10/26/21 10:08:25 10/26/21 10:19:49 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
If you research the actual history of
Columbus, aggressive actions were
not done at his hand, nor at his
command. Let's stop re-writing history
so the next generation will still have an
American legacy. Thank you.
687 10/26/21 10:21:16 10/26/21 10:23:36 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I've recently heard about how
Columbus was considered brutal and
dishonorable even in his own time,
which makes me even more sure his
name should not be commemorated.
688 10/26/21 10:26:58 10/26/21 10:27:57 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October

ENOUGH CATERING TO SPECIAL
INTERESTS!
689 10/26/21 10:45:22 10/26/21 10:45:57 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
690 10/26/21 12:31:07 10/26/21 12:31:26 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
691 10/26/21 12:58:33 10/26/21 13:00:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
692 10/26/21 14:13:33 10/26/21 14:14:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
693 10/26/21 16:27:42 10/26/21 16:29:20 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
694 10/26/21 17:30:18 10/26/21 17:30:57 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
695 10/26/21 17:52:00 10/26/21 18:00:05 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I believe we need to be more sensitive
of the history that native peoples have
endured over time, at the hands of the
Europeans as well as the American
settlers. I can see how it must feel
hurtful to celebrate Columbus and all
that came afterwards in California with
the arrival of the Spanish and the
establishment of the missions.
696 10/26/21 17:47:26 10/26/21 18:00:12 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
interesting that all impacts listed are
negative and stated as absolutes*.
the polarization and incapacity to hold
multiple understandings together at
one time, speaks to further incomplete
and disrespectful treatment of people,
places and times. further this
narrative until it is the dominant one.
then there will be... peace?
understanding? love?
*"With his arrival came violence,
slavery, forced assimilation and
conversion of Native American people
to Christianity. It also introduced a host
of new diseases that had
consequential and long-term effects
on Native American people."
remember no good ever came from
"x"...be sure to fear them...hate them...
we are so different and better than
them...
697 10/26/21 19:13:28 10/26/21 19:15:26 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
698 10/26/21 21:28:40 10/26/21 21:33:45 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Indigenous Peoples' Day victimizes
Native Americans. Native Americans
should be honored not victimized!
699 10/26/21 21:50:55 10/26/21 21:53:44 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Keep Columbus Day! We don't need
any more holidays. Public servants
have too many days off as is.
700 10/26/21 23:07:18 10/26/21 23:15:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
It is absolutely the right thing to do and
we have to change with the times.

This renaming is in no way negative
towards the great Italian Americans or
anyone else.
701 10/27/21 4:44:02 10/27/21 4:52:28 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

There are usually many sides to a
particular event and all carry significant
meanings. I think all sides deserve
recognition. By observing both
holidays on the same day we can
talk/discuss/teach all of them together
and provide youngsters a well rounded
view to the event.
702 10/27/21 7:58:24 10/27/21 8:01:37 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
703 10/27/21 10:02:31 10/27/21 10:03:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
704 10/27/21 10:41:55 10/27/21 10:42:35 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
705 10/27/21 11:24:14 10/27/21 11:24:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
706 10/27/21 11:24:17 10/27/21 11:27:03 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Christopher Columbus is a false hero.

His so-called discovery led only to the
destruction of land and native peoples.

Its time we call a spade a spade and
stop honoring men of destruction.
707 10/27/21 14:35:29 10/27/21 14:35:57 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
708 10/27/21 23:17:50 10/27/21 23:19:01 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus was a rapist. Indigenous
people deserve more and they
deserve this holiday
709 10/28/21 7:57:39 10/28/21 7:57:59 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
710 10/28/21 8:57:47 10/28/21 8:58:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
711 10/28/21 11:56:57 10/28/21 11:58:12 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

When we celebrate Columbus day, it’s
about celebrating how Columbus
conquered the native people that used
to live here. (which I think is bad.) But I
think we should also celebrate the
native people too. If you’re wondering
why, it’s because in some stories of
Columbus, he was nice to the native
people at first then a hero at the end.

But I think he was mean to them all
the way through.So we should
celebrate the native people and give
them a voice so they can tell us what
really happened. Also, studying how
the native people used to live can help
with the earth's climate change
problem. I think it could help because
the native people always lived in
balanced with nature and never
destroyed any habitat when they made
their home, unlike the spaniards.

Another thing is that looking at the
story on both sides might help with
discovering what really happened. So
why are we celebrating someone who
said he “discovered” a place when it
was already discovered? We should
also celebrate the people who really is
the founders of this place and this
land's ancestor.
712 10/28/21 11:59:46 10/28/21 12:01:42 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Hi! My name is Srijanani Thathachari
from Sutter elementary school. Do you
like Columbus or the native
Americans? I am on the side of the
Indigenous people, and I think
Columbus Day should be named after
them, to Indigenous peoples’ day.

Here’s why.

First of all, the fact that Columbus
forced the Americans into slavery was
not cool, so a holiday shouldn’t be
named after him. The natives weren’t
as good fighters, so they were
controlled more easily. What would
you do if you were threatened by a
gun or a sword, and you only had a
bow and arrow? That was the case
with the Native Americans. And the
land wasn’t Columbus’ right town, so
what was he doing there? So you
don’t name a holiday after a thief, do
you?
Second, the holiday should be named
after what happened, not the cause. If
the holiday stays Columbus day, then
every person will celebrate the evil
guy, the robber. If it is called
indigenous peoples’ day, more people
will know about what happened.

And finally, Columbus did all the bad
stuff, so why should we celebrate a
holiday after him? Columbus
separated the children of the tribe from
their parents, who they depended on
the most. Kids need their parents. The
natives did everything well, so the
holiday should be named after them.
713 10/28/21 16:59:56 10/28/21 17:00:08 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
714 10/28/21 17:21:59 10/28/21 17:25:09 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Both are important and should be
recognized. Native American is an
easier term for children to learn, rather
than Indigenous Peoples. Also
Indigenous Peoples is way too broad.
715 10/29/21 12:03:08 10/29/21 12:03:52 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
716 10/30/21 11:15:23 10/30/21 11:16:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
717 10/30/21 12:18:28 10/30/21 12:22:17 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Please see my comment sent by
email.
718 10/30/21 22:13:27 10/30/21 22:16:09 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
719 10/31/21 16:18:56 10/31/21 16:26:17 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
American and California people picked
Columbus Day, let the Indigenous
people pick their favorite day to
observe.
720 10/31/21 23:28:16 10/31/21 23:30:02 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus committed many many
atrocities on the Native Americans.

Also he did not discover America, the
Vikings did.
721 11/1/21 8:29:18 11/1/21 8:30:00 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
722 11/1/21 8:43:54 11/1/21 9:40:28 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Columbus Day is a federal holiday in
the United States. The City of Santa
Clara has no business changing it or
“renaming” it. Christopher Columbus’
voyage in 1492 was an amazing
accomplishment in its time that should
be celebrated. Every city and state in
our country should study history and
carefully review it’s own treatment of
the native peoples, both past and
present. This review will find no trace
of Columbus. Columbus never even
set foot on the mainland of North
America. He should not be held up
as a scapegoat for everything bad that
has happened throughout the history
of the United States. Native peoples
have a right to have their story told
with accuracy, honesty, and integrity.

Native peoples can and should have
holidays, but that does not need to
involve erasing, replacing, or
“canceling” of all other significant
historical figures and events.
723 11/1/21 9:40:38 11/1/21 9:41:41 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I’m in room 18 in Sutter. We are
learning about native peoples’. This is
the perfect time to write this opinion.

To rename Columbus day is wrong!
Because it means “Native Peoples’
Day” it just sounds wrong. Another
thing is the celebration is for
Columbus's hard trip, not native
peoples’. Also, it’ll make no sense to
call “Native Peoples’ Day” when you
celebrate Columbus. That is why don’t
rename Columbus Day.
724 11/1/21 9:42:18 11/1/21 9:43:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I am in the 4th grade at Sutter School
and I am 9 years old. My name is Eric
Drut. This is a school project for if we
should change the name of Columbus
day to Indigenous peoples day or
keep Columbus day or both of the
holidays on the same day or both
holidays different days. But I think we
should change Columbus day to
Indigenous peoples day because don’t
you think it’s kind to invade a once
peaceful land to now enslaved land.

So why should we name it Columbus
day because all he brought was
destruction so we shouldn’t name it to
Columbus day why do people want to
name something after A MURDER?!
He’s not even a famous celebrity. So
that's what I think.
725 11/1/21 9:43:01 11/1/21 9:43:34 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I am going to put Columbus and
Indigenous people day in separate
days.First of all,If I put these holidays
in the same day,we will only have 1
day of fun a year.Second,we won’t
have time to work if we put these
holidays in the same day.Lastly,we
might not get to eat our favorite
homemade foods if we put those
holidays in the same day.These are
the reasons why I would put these
holidays in the same day.

By:Curtis Chiang 10/28/21
726 11/1/21 9:48:47 11/1/21 9:49:03 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I’m Arjun from Sutter Elementary,
Room 18. We are studying
Columbus’s voyage to Hades and the
spaniards’ encounter with the native
americans. So, in my opinion
Columbus day and Indigenous
People’s day should be on the same
day.

So Columbus went to Hades and
was the first person to tell about a new
land no modern people knew about.

That was a huge success for his
genoan culture and heritage. Also Like
I said, no modern people knew about
this place and most of us are refugees
if he didn’t discover that new land
people wouldn’t have found America,
and therefore we wouldn’t be here.

Remember it was a long voyage and
he and his crew went through some
work to get to hades.

The Indigenous people were killed
and enslaved and you have to respect
that. It would be a great learning
experience to know about the natives’
ancient ways. Also they took care of
the land and made it perfect; the land
that we live on now and we have to
give them their fair share in a holiday.

So they both should be on the
same day and celebrated on two
sides: to honor the dead, and to honor
the voyage.
727 11/1/21 9:54:34 11/1/21 9:56:36 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
A part of our work in room 18 at Sutter
Elementary is shaped by California
State History Social-Science standard

4.2, which states that “Students
describe the social, political, cultural,
and economic life and interactions
among people in California from the
pre-Columbian societies to the
Spanish mission and Mexican rancho
periods.” In my opinion, as both an
educator and a resident of Santa
Clara, our class is in a good place to
comment on the proposed renaming
of Columbus Day to Indigenous
Peoples’ Day.

Our class is currently learning how
Columbus’s explorations set the
precedent for future contact between
European colonizers and the Native
Americans, leading to their
dispossession, depopulation, and
forced assimilation. Legal holidays are
intended to honor and memorialize the
people, and the work, of those
commemorated. Columbus is not
worthy of this distinction.

As far as honoring him for his “Italian-
American” ancestry, Italy’s inception
as a country dates to the late 1800’s, a
few hundred years after Columbus’s
voyages. Also, since Columbus never
realized where his explorations
actually took him, he himself couldn’t
have identified as “American.” Even if
the holiday description was altered to
include “Genoan” heritage and culture,
what’s the special significance of this
728 11/1/21 9:53:40 11/1/21 9:56:39 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Either leave it the way it is or observe
the other holiday the 4th friday of
September.
729 11/1/21 9:57:48 11/1/21 9:59:02 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Why I think we
should rename

Christopher
Columbus day
To
Indigenous peoples
day
Hi. I’m in Mrs. Fararjeh’s class, 4th
grade, Sutter elementary school,
Santa Clara California. We have been
learning about Spanish explorers like
Christopher Columbus' arrival to the
Americas. Then it hit me. Why did we
name a holiday after this terrible, filthy,
glory-hungry leader?!?!?! So I came
up with a list of reasons why we should
rename Columbus day it indigenous
peoples' day.

Columbus isn’t even from Italy!!!!
He’s from Genoa. This holiday was
even made Italian culture. Italy wasn’t
even a thing back then cuz it was
called ROME. So that is weird.

He did a lot of things that harmed
that Native Americans.

He made them into slaves. Changed
their culture. And even forced them
into Christianity!!!!!! If you ask me, that
is rude.

He wasn’t even the first person to
arrive in the Americas!!!!! Leif Erikson
was the first European to arrive in the
730 11/1/21 9:57:39 11/1/21 10:00:06 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Both holidays - same day
First, october 2020 people like to
celebrate both holidays on the same
day. Then, they say it is a special day
for them to celebrate different. But a
little the same. Last, some people
can’t or don't celebrate on Both
holidays - on the same day.
731 11/1/21 9:59:24 11/1/21 10:00:14 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Renaming Columbus Day
I am a 4th grader who goes to
Sutter Elementary. In my class room
18 we are learning about native
Americans and how Europeans
invaded their land. When Christopher
Columbus came to the Americas he
brought destruction with him. Why
should we celebrate a holiday in his
name? We should rename Columbus
day to Indigenous peoples day.

A lot of people think of Columbus day
as the day the Americas were
discovered, but it isn't. The natives
were here long before Columbus
sailed. Columbus didn’t even land in
North America either. He landed on
modern day Haiti.

Another reason we should rename
Columbus day to Indigenous peoples
day is when Columbus came to the
Americas he killed many people. The
only thing he wanted was to take over
the land. He also made way for the
Spainyards to offset the balance in
native american culture.

Finally Indigenous peoples day
celebrates native american culture
and peace while Columbus brought
death and destruction. Native
Americans loved the land and animals
so I think instead of celebrating
Columbus day we should celebrate
Indigenous people's day.

Indigenous people’s day will celebrate
native american culture instead of
celebrating Columbus day.
732 11/1/21 10:01:21 11/1/21 10:05:37 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Columbus Day is an antiquated
observation of European conquest. No
need for it
733 11/1/21 10:07:43 11/1/21 10:10:14 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We cannot continue to try and re-write
history, good or bad. We have to
learn from our mistakes, not eliminate
them from the history books and
pretend like it didn't happen.
734 11/1/21 10:21:01 11/1/21 10:22:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
735 11/1/21 10:22:43 11/1/21 10:22:50 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
736 11/1/21 10:28:55 11/1/21 10:32:24 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Please consider ways to honor,
educate, and celebrate the presence.

History, and culture of the Ohlone
peoples who lived in the Santa Clara
region prior to the arrival of the
Europeans. Thank you.
737 11/1/21 10:36:31 11/1/21 10:40:34 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
738 11/1/21 10:28:13 11/1/21 10:41:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
As a resident of the City of Santa
Clara, I strongly support renaming
Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples'
Day.

In terms of the options provided, I
disagree with observing both
Columbus Day and Indigenous
People's Day. I think it subverts the
whole point of this exercise. I believe
that Christopher Columbus is not
someone to actively celebrate and we
should focus on honoring the loss,
legacy, and culture of Indigenous
People affected. I believe this is the
first step towards that goal.

If celebrating Italian-American culture
and heritage is a concern, I'm sure
there are many other people and
events who are more deserving of
celebration.
739 11/1/21 10:57:25 11/1/21 10:59:41 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
740 11/1/21 11:32:34 11/1/21 11:32:58 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
741 11/1/21 11:37:18 11/1/21 11:38:22 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
742 11/1/21 11:49:15 11/1/21 11:50:16 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
743 11/1/21 12:06:32 11/1/21 12:07:15 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
744 11/1/21 11:56:24 11/1/21 12:12:32 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I am a resident of Santa Clara. I am
strongly opposed to the efforts being
made to cancel/replace Columbus
Day, a recognized Federal holiday and
all around major event in history -
because of subsequent bad acts of
other people or some ridiculous sense
of superior morality.

It's the height of insanity to rewrite
history such that somehow
Christopher Columbus should be
blamed for subsequent crimes against
indigenous peoples. And if by some
means, Columbus or his associates
were imperfect in some ways, perhaps
the City Council - instead of being
quick to burn Columbus in effigy -
should do some introspection of their
own faults. Imposing our 21st century
morality as an end-all be-all to the
people of 500 years ago should be
done with care, especially as today's
morality is obviously flawed in some
respects as well (refer to the 2000
abortions per day done by our
'civilized' society).

Many actions taken by Europeans
against native peoples were of course
horrific and terrible. Indeed, much of
humanity (both native people and
Europeans alike) has a history of
bloodshed. We should do what we
can to prevent such things from
happening again and punish those at
fault. But to engage in historically
745 11/1/21 12:27:39 11/1/21 12:28:39 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
746 11/1/21 12:33:47 11/1/21 12:34:15 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
747 11/1/21 12:45:11 11/1/21 12:46:20 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
748 11/1/21 12:52:21 11/1/21 12:52:40 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
749 11/1/21 12:58:11 11/1/21 12:59:31 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
750 11/1/21 13:47:08 11/1/21 13:48:11 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
751 11/1/21 14:10:10 11/1/21 14:18:34 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
752 11/1/21 14:26:19 11/1/21 14:28:50 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
You didn’t have a choice above to
simply not observe either Columbus
Day or Indigenous People’s Day,
which is what I prefer. Just drop both
and stay out of any controversy.
753 11/1/21 14:34:45 11/1/21 14:35:26 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
754 11/1/21 15:08:12 11/1/21 15:10:30 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
755 11/1/21 15:17:27 11/1/21 15:33:26 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
756 11/1/21 16:14:40 11/1/21 16:16:34 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

When we celebrate Columbus day, it’s
about celebrating how Columbus
conquered the native people that used
to live here. (which I think is bad.) But I
think we should also celebrate the
native people too. If you’re wondering
why, it’s because in some stories of
Columbus, he was nice to the native
people at first then a hero at the end.

But I think he was mean to them all
the way through.So we should
celebrate the native people and give
them a voice so they can tell us what
really happened. Also, studying how
the native people used to live can help
with the earth's climate change
problem. I think it could help because
the native people always lived in
balanced with nature and never
destroyed any habitat when they made
their home, unlike the spaniards.

Another thing is that looking at the
story on both sides might help with
discovering what really happened. So
why are we celebrating someone who
saids he “discovered” a place when it
was already discovered? We should
also celebrate the people who really is
the founders of this place and this
land's ancestor.
757 11/1/21 17:16:08 11/1/21 17:20:30 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
While Columbus may have brought
disease, he and his crew enslaved no
one, assimilated no one, killed no
one, and turned no one to Christianity
without consent. Celebrating both
Columbus and Indigenous People Day
celebrates both cultures and does not
write Italians out of history, which is
offensive.
758 11/1/21 18:45:05 11/1/21 18:45:21 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
759 11/1/21 18:11:53 11/1/21 18:45:53 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

You didn’t put in observing Columbus
and Indigenous Peoples’ day together
on the same day. Why not?
Columbus, being a man of his times,
was a great explorer without whom the
New World as we know it and now live
in it, would not exist. He also, being a
man of his time, had a class and race
based attitude towards people. Today
he, like most people of his era, would
be considered racist to the point of
being evil. Should we deny the
accomplishments of everyone from
the renaissance? It was those, mostly
Spanish, who followed Columbus that
introduced diseases that substantially
wiped out the indigenous population.

Indigenous People, especially those
north of Modern Mexico lived the life of
hunter gather cavemen. They warred
on each other. Those more advanced
peoples in the south also warred on
each other, had slaves and practiced
human sacrifice. They could, by
current standards, also be considered
evil.

If we decide that we like living in Santa
Clara today and not like primitive
hunter-gathers we should recognize
the effect of Columbus. If we
recognize that the European conquest
devastated the Indigenous population
it would be appropriate to include this
in a combined day where all aspects
of European conquest of the Americas
760 11/1/21 18:51:15 11/1/21 18:53:04 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Indigenous Peoples Day is in keeping
with who founded the Americas.
761 11/1/21 19:09:50 11/1/21 19:13:00 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We should not observe Columbus for
invading and butchering Native
Americans. Indigenous People should
be remembered as this was their land
first.
762 11/1/21 19:32:14 11/1/21 19:32:29 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
763 11/1/21 20:18:19 11/1/21 20:19:12 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
764 11/1/21 20:59:10 11/1/21 21:05:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
765 11/1/21 21:37:30 11/1/21 21:38:00 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Do you want Indigenious Peoples Day
and Columbus Day on different Days If
you do keep reading.

Why we need Columbus Day. First,we
should see and remember his point of
view. Second ,Columbus Day has
been here for so long,long enough you
would have to give time if it was
shared or gone and it would feel
different. Last but not least, Columbus
has taught us so much. That is why
we need Columbus Day.

Why I chose both holidays to be
celebrated on different days. Both of
them are unique and special in their
own ways like us.They deserve to be
celebrated.Also Columbus and the
Native Americans have different
perspectives.

Why we should have Indigenios
Peoples Day. We should honor their
point of view too.We should try
something new.Lastly they did many
great things in this world.

That is why I vote for the 4th option.

766 11/1/21 22:11:22 11/1/21 22:13:02 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.
767 11/1/21 22:02:17 11/1/21 22:13:35 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
768 11/2/21 7:03:32 11/2/21 7:03:38 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
769 11/2/21 9:08:17 11/2/21 9:09:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
I am in the 4th grade at Sutter School
and I am 9 years old. My name is Eric
Drut. This is a school project for if we
should change the name of Columbus
day to Indigenous peoples day or
keep Columbus day or both of the
holidays on the same day or both
holidays different days. But I think we
should change Columbus day to
Indigenous peoples day because don’t
you think it’s kind to invade a once
peaceful land to now enslaved land.

So why should we name it Columbus
day because all he brought was
destruction so we shouldn’t name it to
Columbus day why do people want to
name something after A MURDER?!
He’s not even a famous celebrity. So
that's what I think.

THE END
770 11/2/21 9:09:54 11/2/21 9:12:27 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Hello! I am 9 years old and go to
Sutter elementary school. I am here
to talk about renaming Columbus day
to indiginuss people day. If you like
this idea, keep on reading. These are
some paragraphs that show some
thinking.
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Why?Because if we rename the
holiday we could give remembrance
for the native americans that were
here first. Why should they be
remembered? Well they went through
alot.Also they were smart.They also
knew that even if they were apart they
would always be together forever.
these Are just some reason to
rename this
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Also why do we remember
columbus?He did not know where he
was going. Why was he going? Well
he was trying to voyage but did not
know where he was going.so was he
smart? Also did he discover anything?
Well he just found a island by the
americas.That is just some reasons
why not to celebrate columbus
771 11/2/21 9:27:47 11/2/21 9:33:09 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Should Columbus Day be changed
into Indigenous Peoples Day? I think it
should. Also, I’m a 9 year old student
at Sutter Elementary. One reason is
because Columbus did tons of bad
things, such as slavery, torment, and
destruction. Also, the Indigenous
Peoples did many good things such as
keeping the nature in balance, and
they had lots of wisdom. Lastly,
Columbus Day is supposed to
represent Italian Americans, but when
Columbus had his voyages, Italy
wasn’t a thing! So there you have it,
Columbus Day and Indigenous
Peoples Day, and three reasons to
change Columbus day.
772 11/2/21 9:29:01 11/2/21 9:37:45 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

I think having both
Columbus day and inligenols on the
same day. If you have Columbus day
and Indigenols day the same day is
FAIR.

If you only
celebrated Indigenols day it would be
UNFAIR.

Columbus got to Hades

Imagine you
only celebrated Columbus day and
they removed it. What would you feel?
Thank you :>
773 11/2/21 9:39:06 11/2/21 9:39:13 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Hello I am a 9 year old student in
Sutter Elementary School. I am in 4th
grade and I want to change Columbus
Day to Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Why? Well, because the Indigenous
People have done many
knowledgeable things that we’ve
learned off of. Also, why make a
holiday for someone who’s done
multiple destructive things? Are people
out of their minds? These reasons
confirm that we should change
Columbus day to Indigenous peoples’
day.
774 11/2/21 10:05:43 11/2/21 10:16:55 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Oct. 12 will always be Columbus Day
to me. I had a son on that day. You
can’t forget history, despite
consequences.
775 11/2/21 16:28:16 11/2/21 16:28:37 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

In my school we are learning about
Indigenous peoples and columbus
in 4th grade its a survey and we have
to pick what we would like to be a
holiday like how I chose for both
columbus day and indignous peoples
day be a holiday because we can
learn more about indignous peoples
and columbus so we can have more
stuff at school,and if we don’t
learn about columbus and indignous
peoples then we won’t know
what they did.
776 11/2/21 17:03:13 11/2/21 17:04:30 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Hello everybody, my name is Aryan
and I am 9 years old and I go to Sutter
Elementary and this is my opinion
about Columbous day.

I think that people can call it either
name and it does not matter. The
reason why I think this is because:

1.People that have a Native-American
heritage can call it Indigenes Peoples’
Day and people that don’t have an
Native-American heritage can call it
Columbus Day 2. I think that the state
force is making a big deal out of
something that is very small. It's just a
name for Columbus day! It’s not like
you’re trying to rename Martin Luther
King Jr’s holiday!! 3. Columbus is very
important in a bad way: he let a path
for Colonizers that went inland and
killed and enslaved Native-
Americans.4.Another reason why
Columbus is bad is because he also
killed and enslaved people in Haiti.

5.Despite all these reasons I’m pretty
sure that other people have their own
reasons why Columbus is good that is
why I chose this answer.

For these reasons, I think that you can
call the holiday by either name and it
doesn't matter. Thank you for listening!
777 11/2/21 17:37:31 11/2/21 17:38:19 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
778 11/2/21 18:39:00 11/2/21 18:45:18 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Although I do believe students should
learn about Columbus's explorations
just as they study other explorers, we
need to honor those who were
enslaved and decimated as a result of
these explorations. We can't erase
history but need to educate our youth
on the consequences of history.
779 11/3/21 1:49:32 11/3/21 1:49:57 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
780 11/3/21 10:47:16 11/3/21 10:48:06 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
781 11/3/21 15:38:48 11/3/21 15:39:10 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
782 11/4/21 7:31:16 11/4/21 7:32:34 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Hi, my name is Michael I'm 9 and a
4th-grade student at Sutter school ...I
think to rename Columbus day to
indigenous peoples day. Reason 1 is
Columbus didn't even mean to go to
us.Reason 2 he did not even know
where he was going. Reason 3 he
keep on begging to go but they said
no and one day he got to but he didn't
know what to do. 4th Reasons do not
like him and that my opinion
783 11/4/21 12:46:06 11/4/21 12:49:37 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
We can’t eliminate every holiday,
statue or other memorabilia we don’t
agree with. We need to remember our
past, sometimes to help us not make
the same mistake
784 11/4/21 14:35:36 11/4/21 14:37:23 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Observe Indigenous Peoples' Day
instead of Columbus Day.
785 11/10/21 10:42:42 11/10/21 11:02:51 anonymous Observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors
Native Americans) instead of
Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
786 11/10/21 19:14:52 11/10/21 19:45:57 anonymous Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe
Native American Heritage Day on the
4th Friday of September
Your introductory narrative that prefaces
this survey is inherently flawed! Columbus
never landed in North America on any of
his four voyages. He also did not "usher
in" the injustices or atrocities you refer to.

Those occurred after Columbus' death in
1506 when the Spanish particularly and
other Europeans later turned to colonial
empire-building!
Consequently, he is not the ogre he's
purported to be! Any iniquities during his
voyages, if any, occurred when he wasn't
even present!! He was either in the interior
negotiating with natives for food, water,
and timber since his provisions were
always shorted by royal officials, or
working to establish trading posts. He was
also constantly on the move searching for
new lands and routes while under contract
with the sovereigns, or back in Spain
organizing another voyage. During his
absences he appointed a commission to
govern the settlements consisting of some
settlers, the clergy, and his two brothers,
but they were totally inept in controlling the
avaricious and ambitious rogues amongst
themselves. Hence chaos ensued.

In cases where the settlers committed
atrocities Columbus hung or whipped
them, always insisting that they treat the
natives with respect and offer them goods
of value, or petitioning the sovereigns to
issue orders to do the same. Moreover, he
worked hard at maintaining cordial
relations with the natives.

It should also be noted that disease
infection was not a one-sided affair!
Europeans too contracted disease from
the natives: hepatitis, encephalitis,
tuberculosis, and a skin-lesion disease
known as yaws, that when the pathogen
entered a European's body, he contracted
syphilis, which was spread throughout
Europe in epidemic proportions upon the
crews' returns during the first and second
voyages!!!
SO, EXONERATE COLUMBUS, and if
you want to honor the aboriginal
population, do it on a separate day
because if you want to institutionalize
diversity, equity, and inclusion in your city,
then don't make a mockery of it by
subtraction or substitution!!!!
Lou Gallo
National Consultant on Columbus
Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in
America
787 11/10/21 20:06:31 11/10/21 20:16:15 anonymous Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of
October
Changing the name of Columbus Day
is a pointless gesture that does
nothing substantive to address
American society's profound crimes
Europeans inflicted on Native
Americans by Europeans, and the
ensuing structural injustices.
788 11/13/21 20:01:48 11/13/21 20:11:22 anonymous Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd
Monday of October or on different
days.

Christopher Columbus treated and
ordered others to treat indigenous
people with respect and not enslave
them. I think both should be
celebrated together. We should focus
the day on how Columbus and
indigenous people worked together to
try to bring people from different
cultures together.
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Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day
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1. Proporcione su opinión sobre la celebración del Día de Cristobal Colon y el Día de los Pueblos Indígenas.

2. Proporcione su opinión sobre la celebración del Día de Cristobal Colon y el Día de los Pueblos Indígenas.
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Proporcione su opinión sobre la
celebración del Día de Cristobal
Colon y el Día de los Pueblos
Indígenas.

Proporcione su opinión sobre la
celebración del Día de Cristobal
Colon y el Día
de los Pueblos
Indígenas.
1 10/25/21 7:01:11 10/25/21 7:02:02 anonymous
Celebrar el Día de Cristobal Colon el
2do lunes de octubre y celebrar el Día
de la Herencia Nativa Americana el
4to viernes de septiembre
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1. Vui lòng cho biết ý kiến của bạn về lễ kỷ niệm Ngày Columbus và Ngày của Người Bản Địa.

2. Vui lòng cho biết ý kiến của bạn về lễ kỷ niệm Ngày Columbus và Ngày của Người Bản Địa.
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Vui lòng cho biết ý kiến của bạn về
lễ kỷ niệm Ngày Columbus và Ngày
của Người Bản Địa.

Vui lòng cho biết ý kiến của bạn về
lễ kỷ niệm Ngày Columbus và Ngày
của Người Bản Địa.
1 10/22/21 17:37:20 10/22/21 17:40:31 anonymous
Giữ nguyên như hiện tại: Kỷ niệm
Ngày Columbus vào thứ Hai của tuần
thứ2 trong tháng Mười
Đây là lịch sử không thể thay thế hay
xoá bỏ được.Không còn lịch sử,không
còn quốc gia.
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Observance of Columbus Day Survey – Chinese
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* 在10月2日星期一或10月的其他日子
同时纪念哥伦布日和土著居民日
2 10/25/21 10:21:09 10/25/21 10:26:57 anonymous
维持现状：在10月2日星期一纪念哥伦
布日 good
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1. 콜럼버스의 날 및 원주민의 날을 기념하는 것과 관련된 의견을 제공해주시기 바랍
니다.

2. 콜럼버스의 날 및 원주민의 날을 기념하는 것과 관련된 의견을 제공해주시기 바랍
니다.

Observance of Columbus Day Survey - Korean
다양성·형평성·포용성 태스크포스
콜럼버스의 날 및
원주민의 날 기념 관련
3 Responses 01:29 Average time to complete Closed Status 현상 유지: 10월의 두 번째 월… 0
10월의 두 번째 월요일을 '콜럼… 3
10월의 두 번째 월요일을 '콜럼… 0
10월의 두 번째 월요일을 '콜럼… 0
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콜럼버스의 날 및 원주민의 날을
기념하는 것과 관련된 의견을
제공해주시기 바랍니다.
콜럼버스의 날 및 원주민의 날을 기념하
는 것과 관련된 의견을 제공해주시기 바
랍니다.
1 10/22/21 17:30:26 10/22/21 17:31:22 anonymous
10월의 두 번째 월요일을 '콜럼버스의
날' 대신 '원주민의 날(또는 아메리카
원주민을 기념하는 다른 이름으로 된
날)'로 기념하고 싶다
2 10/22/21 21:39:53 10/22/21 21:41:16 anonymous
10월의 두 번째 월요일을 '콜럼버스의
날' 대신 '원주민의 날(또는 아메리카
원주민을 기념하는 다른 이름으로 된
날)'로 기념하고 싶다
3 10/24/21 9:56:28 10/24/21 9:58:37 anonymous
10월의 두 번째 월요일을 '콜럼버스의
날' 대신 '원주민의 날(또는 아메리카
원주민을 기념하는 다른 이름으로 된
날)'로 기념하고 싶다
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1. Mangyaring ilagay ang iyong pananaw sa pagdiriwang ng Araw ni Columbus at Araw ng mga Katutubo.

2. Mangyaring ilagay ang iyong pananaw sa pagdiriwang ng Araw ni Columbus at Araw ng mga Katutubo.

Observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day
Survey - Tagalog
1 Responses 00:39 Average time to complete Closed Status Panatilihin ang Status Quo: Ip… 0
Ipagdiwang ang Araw ng mga… 0
Ipagdiwang pareho ang Araw … 0
Ipagdiwang ang Araw ni Colu… 1
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Mangyaring ilagay ang iyong
pananaw sa pagdiriwang ng Araw
ni Columbus at Araw ng mga
Katutubo.

Mangyaring ilagay ang iyong
pananaw sa pagdiriwang ng Araw
ni Columbus at Araw ng mga
Katutubo.
1 10/22/21 16:26:45 10/22/21 16:27:24 anonymous
Ipagdiwang ang Araw ni Columbus sa
ika-2 Lunes ng Oktubre at ipagdiwang
ang Araw ng Pamana ng Katutubong
Amerikano sa ika-4 na Biyernes ng
Setyembre.
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Observance of Columbus Day - Japanese
多様性・公平性・包括性に関するタスクフォース
祝日としての「コロンブスデー」と「先住民の日」
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Item 1 - Attachment 3
City of
Santa Clara
The Center of What 's Possible
Observance of Columbus Day and
Indigenous Peoples' Day Survey
In recent years , the City of Santa Clara (City) has received several resident inquiries regarding the City's observance of Columbus Day, most of which have urged the City Council to rename Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day. Over the past several years, states and cities have started to acknowledge and substitute Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day. This historical recognition across local jurisdictions is a collaborative effort to provide more representation of local and state history.

Columbus Day is a federal holiday that commemorates Christopher Columbus's landing in the Americas on October 12, 1492, and celebrates Italian-American culture and heritage . There has been controversy around the holiday due to Columbus' arrival to North America, which ushered in an era of European conquest and death of Native American people . With his arrival came violence , slavery , forced assimilation and conversion of Native American people to Christianity . It also introduced a host of new diseases that had consequential and long-term effects on Native American people.

The name Indigenous Peoples' Day honors the loss, legacy, and culture of those affected by Columbus' arrival and subsequent American colonization . This name still reflects on the same historical impact of the European Age of Discovery , but with the Native American people at the center of the narrative .

At the October 15, 2020 Task Force on Diversity , Equity, and Inclusion (Task Force) meeting , the Task Force discussed the renaming of Columbus Day. The Task Force unanimously approved accepting the Mayor and Council Offices' referral to bring a recommendation to the City Council on the City's observance of the Columbus Day holiday.

This survey is intended to seek outreach from the community . The survey results are for research purposes only and will be forwarded to the Task Force for consideration when making a recommendation to the City Council.

1. Please select your position on the observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peogles' Day.
~ Position:
)'\. Maintain Status Quo: Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October 0 Observe Indigenous Peoples' Day (or an alternate holiday name that honors Native Amer icans) instead of Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October 0 0
Observe both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples ' Day on the 2nd Monday of October or on different days
Observe Columbus Day on the 2nd Monday of October and observe Native American Heritage Dayan the 4th Friday of September