This document is a proclamation from the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors, recommending the adoption of a proclamation declaring May 2026 as 'Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month' in Santa Clara County.
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The document is from the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors.
It is addressed to the Board of Supervisors.
The subject of the proclamation is for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
The recommended action is to adopt the proclamation declaring May 2026 as Heritage Month.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Three Supervisor Otto Lee 129146 DATE: May 18, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Otto Lee, President SUBJECT: Proclamation for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Proclamation declaring May 2026 as "Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month" in Santa Clara County. (Lee) Board of Supervisors: Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, Margaret Abe-Koga County Executive: James R. Williams Page 1 of 1
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Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Proclamation
The County of Santa Clara recognizes May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. This proclamation honors the contributions and legacy of AANHPI communities, which make up over 38.9% of the county's population. The month is an opportunity to reflect on the AANHPI experience and its impact on American history and culture. Events include the South Bay AANHPI Festival on May 16, 2026, and the SSA AANHPI Heritage Month celebration on May 20, 2026. The proclamation was passed by the Board of Supervisors on May 18, 2026.
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Recognition of May as AANHPI Heritage Month in Santa Clara County.
AANHPI communities contribute significantly to the local and national population.
The month honors the histories and traditions of AANHPI communities.
Significant contributions of AANHPI individuals to various fields are acknowledged.
Events planned include the South Bay AANHPI Festival and SSA AANHPI Heritage Month celebration.
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Docusign Envelope ID: F1869687-77B4-4AF6-9E8A-DB10CE2B1E0D WHEREAS, the County of Santa Clara proudly recognizes the month of May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, honoring the rich contributions and enduring legacy of AANHPI communities both locally and across the country; WHEREAS, more than 24 million Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders live in the United States, representing a vibrant and rapidly growing population that continues to shape the social, cultural, and economic fabric of the nation; WHEREAS, Santa Clara County is home to a diverse mix of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander ethnicities, who account for more than 38.9% of the county’s population; WHEREAS, AANHPI Heritage Month provides an opportunity to honor and reflect on the histories and traditions of the AANHPI community and how the AANHPI experience has helped shape American history, culture, and identity; WHEREAS, the AANHPI community has made significant contributions to the growth and development of the United States economy and culture, from the first landing of Filipinos on contiguous American soil in 1587, to Chinese...