Draft Proclamation
City of SantaClara
WHEREAS, historian Carter G. Woodson first proposed Black History Month in 1926 to center the role of Black Americans in the historical narrative of the United States; and
WHEREAS, the month of February was officially recognized as Black History Month by the United States Government in 197 6, and since then, February has been designated as Black History Month every year; and
WHEREAS, Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in the history of the United States; and
WHEREAS, Black History Month’s 2024 theme “African Americans and the Arts” explores how African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and Black American lived experiences, influencing the fields of visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression; and
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clara is proud to honor the history and contributions made by African Americans in the City, state, and throughout the nation.
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 the month of February 202 as
Black History Month
in the City of Santa Clara and encourage all residents to honor and recognize the important contributions made by African Americans throughout the United States’ history.
Given under my hand and the Seal of the City of Santa Clara, California, this 6th day of February, 2024.
LISA M. GILLMOR
MAYOR
City of Santa Clara
Proclamation