City of SantaClara
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clara recognizes that it plays a vital role in identifying, protecting its citizens from, and responding to cybersecurity threats; and
WHEREAS, critical infrastructure sectors, government agencies, and first responders are increasingly reliant on the support of information systems and technology; and
WHEREAS, cybersecurity education and awareness is crucial for everyone, including large corporations, small businesses, financial institutions, schools, government agencies, the home user, and anyone who connects to the internet, be it with a computer, mobile phone, or other internet- connected device; and
WHEREAS, maintaining the security of cyberspace is a shared responsibility in which each of us has a critical role to play, and awareness of essential cyber hygiene will improve the security of City of Santa Clara’s information, infrastructure, and economy; and
WHEREAS, National Cybersecurity Month is a national effort coordinated by a coalition of private companies, nonprofits, and government organizations to raise awareness about cybersecurity among all digital citizens, helping them stay safe and secure online; and,
WHEREAS, Secure Our World is a national cybersecurity public awareness campaign designed to promote cybersecurity tips and best practices year-round; and
WHEREAS, the City is dedicated to providing the resources necessary to ensure the understanding, implementation, and success of Cybersecurity Awareness Month , and to help the Santa Clara community stay safe online and connect with confidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, LISA M. GILLMOR, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor, and on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby proclaim October 2023
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
to promote greater awareness of Cybersecurity and the crucial role we all play in ensuring safety and security online.
Given under my hand and the Seal of the City of Santa Clara, California, this 24th day of October 2023.
LISA M. GILLMOR
MAYOR
City of Santa Clara
Proclamation