City of SantaClara
WHEREAS, Sikh Americans have been living in the United States for more than 125 years; during the early 20th century, thousands of Sikh Americans worked in farming, lumber mills and mines, and on the Oregon, Pacific, and Eastern Railroad; and
WHEREAS, On August 28, 2024, the California State Legislature passed Assembly Concurrent Resolution 220, designating the month of Nove mber as Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month throughout California; and
WHEREAS, Sikh Americans make rich contributions to the social, cultural, and economic vibrancy of our society; Sikh Americans have dis tinguished themselves by fostering greater respect and understanding among all people through faith and service; and
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clara recognizes the Silicon Valley Gurdwara and other entities nationwide committed to increasing public awareness of Sikhism, allowing current and future generations to stay connected with Sikh traditions and religion.
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 November 2025 as
SIKH AWARENESS AND APPRECIATION MONTH
in the City of Santa Clara and do hereby recognize the rich history, cultural diversity, and significant contributions made by Sikh Americans to the City and in our community.
Given under my hand and the Seal of the City of Santa Clara, California, this 4th day of November 2025.
LISA M. GILLMOR
MAYOR, CITY OF SANTA CLARA
KELLY G. COX
VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 6
ALBERT GONZALEZ
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 1
RAJ CHAHAL
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 2
KAREN HARDY
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 3
KEVIN PARK
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 4
SUDS JAIN
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 5
Proclamation