A PROCLAMATION OF THE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
PROCLAIMING MAY 2023 AS
ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH
IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WHEREAS, Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month is observed annually in May; and,
WHEREAS, the City of San Bernardino wishes to pay tribute to the generations of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in our community; this month provides us an opportunity to reflect on the vibrant culture and innumerable contributions AAPI residents make to our community; and,
WHEREAS, the national theme for AAPI Heritage Month 2023 is “Advancing Leaders Through Opportunity”, San Bernardino encourages greater participation, inclusion, and leadership training for our AAPI residents, acknowledging they will be instrumental to the future success of our City; and,
WHEREAS, in 2022, the City of San Bernardino residents elected its first AAPI mayor and the first Vietnamese American female mayor in the history of the United States; and,
WHEREAS, the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders is filled with stories of resilience, persistence, and determination, we value AAPI citizens as an integral part of the fabric of our community; and,
WHEREAS, as we celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, we must remain vigilant to prevent anti-Asian hate crimes in our community and must be a welcoming and safe place for AAPI citizens. San Bernardino is a city where all have an opportunity to thrive, and;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED THAT, the Mayor & City Council of the City of San Bernardino, do hereby designate May 2023, as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We further encourage our residents to explore AAPI history, culture, and accomplishments and to support local events commemorating this rich heritage.
Presented this 3rd day of May 2023