HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-05-02 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthWHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is observed in May to
celebrate and pay tribute to the contributions of Asian/Pacific Americans to American history,
society, and culture; and
WHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month originated as a
congressional bill in June of 1977. On March 28, 1979, President Carter issued Presidential
Proclamation 4650, proclaiming the week beginning on May 4, 1979, as Asian/ Pacific American
Heritage Week; and
WHEREAS, on May 1, 2009 President Obama issued Presidential Proclamation 8369
proclaiming May 2009 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans and Pacific Islander men and women are leaders in all
aspects of American life: such as government, science, medicine, industry, military service, the
arts, education, and sports; and
WHEREAS, we recognize the significant contributions, accomplishments, and
leadership of generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to our country, the State of
Colorado, and the City of Englewood, as we continue to work to create a more supportive,
inclusive, and equitable community that fully embraces all individuals of Asian descent.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED THAT, I Othoniel Sierra, Mayor of the
City of Englewood, Colorado ("the City") and the City Council, hereby proclaim:
May, 2022 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the City of
Englewood.
GIVEN under my hand and seal this 2nd day of May, 2022
Othoniel Sierra, Mayor