Dated: February 9, 2022
RECOGNITION OF LUNAR NEW YEAR
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
WHEREAS, the new moon on January 31, 2022, marks a new year in the lunar calendar and ushers in celebrations for Lunar New Year which falls on February 1, 2022. This marks the end of the Year of the Ox and beginning of the Year of the Tiger – associated with strength, bravery, and exorcising evils; and WHEREAS, Lunar New Year is the biggest holiday of the year in multiple Asian communities and celebrations span the globe. Its importance is rooted deep in history and today remains the most important occasion for generations of families to reunite and spend time together; and
WHEREAS, it has been a priority for the Mayor and the Council to unite our community, share our cultures and traditions and educate younger generations on the unique heritage of our residents proudly displaying our diversity, inclusion, and equity; and
WHEREAS, all cultures, traditions and religions make up the City of South San Francisco and as such make us stronger and more vibrant and we do not tolerate Xenophobia in any form; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South San Francisco do hereby wish everyone a Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate and wish you happiness, health, and prosperity in the Year of the Tiger. ________________________________
Mark Nagales, Mayor
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Buenaflor Nicolas, Vice Mayor
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Mark Addiego, Councilmember
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James Coleman, Councilmember
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Eddie Flores, Councilmember