Adopt Commendation for David Alvarado for his work which uplifts the intersections of science, culture, and human rights on the occasion of the screening of the "American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez" documentary. (Arenas)
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This document is a commendation for David Alvarado, recognizing his contributions at the intersection of science, culture, and human rights, coinciding with the screening of the documentary 'American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez.'
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Commendation for David Alvarado
Focus on intersections of science, culture, and human rights
Related to the screening of 'American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez'
Prepared by Supervisor Sylvia Arenas
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District One Supervisor Sylvia Arenas 128845 DATE: April 28, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President SUBJECT: Commendation for David Alvarado RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Commendation for David Alvarado for his work which uplifts the intersections of science, culture, and human rights on the occasion of the screening of the "American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez" documentary. (Arenas) 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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The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara recognizes and commends David Alvarado for his contributions as a documentary filmmaker, particularly for his work that highlights the intersections of science, culture, and human rights. This commendation is specifically in honor of the screening of his documentary 'J
erican Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez.'
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David Alvarado is a leading documentary filmmaker.
His work focuses on science, identity, and cultural history.
He has advanced public understanding of complex scientific ideas.
His recent work chronicles the life of playwright and filmmaker Luis Valdez.
The commendation was passed unanimously by the Board of Supervisors.
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Oocusign Envelope ID: 417ABA7O-3C53-48A3-8308-B5BEF2572931 David Alvarado has emerged as a leading documentary filmmaker whose work illuminates the intersections of science, identity, and cultural history with clarity, rigor, and profound compassion; WHEREAS, David Alvarado's films have brought complex scientific ideas to broad audiences, advancing public understanding of discovery, innovation, and the human stories behind them; WHEREAS, David Alvarado's commitment to elevating underrepresented voices is exemplified in his recent work 'J\merican Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez," which chronicles the life and legacy of playwright and filmmaker Luis Valdez and explores the cultural evolution of the Pachuco identity and the Chicano movement; and WHEREAS, David Alvarado's dedication to truth-telling, cultural preservation, and scientific literacy has enriched American storytelling and inspired emerging filmmakers, scholars, and community leaders. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara does hereby recognize and commend David Alvarado for his work, which uplifts the intersections of science, culture, and human rights on the...