Adopt Commendation recognizing the Kevin Roe Legacy Scholars for their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to advancing equity and inclusion for LGBTQ+ communities across Santa Clara County. (Duong)
This document is a commendation for the Kevin Roe Legacy Scholars, recognizing their leadership and commitment to advancing equity and inclusion for LGBTQ+ communities in Santa Clara County. It is addressed to the Board of Supervisors from Supervisor Betty Duong.
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Commendation for Kevin Roe Legacy Scholars
Recognizes leadership, advocacy, and commitment to LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion
Addressed to the Board of Supervisors
From Supervisor Betty Duong
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 129405 DATE: June 2, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Commendation for Kevin Roe Legacy Scholars RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Commendation recognizing the Kevin Roe Legacy Scholars for their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to advancing equity and inclusion for LGBTQ+ communities across Santa Clara County. (Duong) REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION BACKGROUND STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL Board of Supervisors: Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, Margaret Abe-Koga County Executive: James R. Williams Page 1 of 1
The document commends the Kevin Roe Legacy Fund, established to honor Kevin Roe's memory and support LGBTQ+ communities through scholarships and awards at San José State University and in Santa Clara County. It recognizes Kevin Roe's contributions to public health and LGBTQ+ rights over 45 years and acknowledges the leadership of the fund's founding directors.
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Kevin Roe served on the faculty of San José State University for 13 years and was the 2023 Outstanding Lecturer.
The Kevin Roe Legacy Fund was established by Anji Buckner-Capone, Dilan Roe, Kathleen Roe, and Cameron Smith.
The fund provides scholarships and awards for LGBTQ+ students and initiatives.
The Board of Supervisors of Santa Clara County commends the fund for its commitment to equity and inclusion.
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The document contains a placeholder for the date of adoption, which is stated as 'Two Thousand and Twenty-Six' but does not specify the actual year.
The document includes a reference to Kevin Roe's death in 2025 without further details.
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Docusign Envelope ID: 63698F46-5B7C-8FFB-822F-2DD87807201A WHEREAS, Kevin Roe served on the faculty of San José State University for 13 years, teaching courses and coordinating the Master of Public Health Program, and was recognized as the university’s 2023 Outstanding Lecturer; WHEREAS, Anji Buckner-Capone, Dilan Roe, Kathleen Roe, and Cameron Smith established the Kevin Roe Legacy Fund through Valley Health Foundation to honor Kevin’s memory and continue Kevin’s enduring commitment to equity, inclusion, and the well-being of LGBTQ+ communities; WHEREAS, the Kevin Roe Legacy Fund provides scholarships and awards that support LGBTQ+ students, programs, and initiatives at San José State University and across Santa Clara County; and WHEREAS, the Kevin Roe Legacy Fund embodies courage, leadership, and a commitment to building more inclusive communities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara does hereby recognize and commend the Kevin Roe Legacy Fund and its founding directors for their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to advancing equity and inclusion for LGBTQ+ communities at San José State University and across Santa Clara...