Matter SCC-128541

Adopt Commendation for Michael Chang, Ph.D for inspiring and advancing Asian American civic leaders throughout the Bay Area and beyond. (Abe-Koga)

Board of Supervisors

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Commendation/Proclamation Printout

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This document is a commendation for Michael Chang, PH.D, recognizing his contributions to inspiring and advancing Asian American civic leaders in the Bay Area and beyond. It is addressed to the Board of Supervisors from Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga.

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Commendation for Michael Chang, PH.D
Recognizes his influence on Asian American civic leaders
Addressed to the Board of Supervisors
From Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Five Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga 128541 DATE: April 28, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Abe-Koga, Supervisor SUBJECT: Commendation for Michael Chang, PH.D RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Commendation for Michael Chang, Ph.D for inspiring and advancing Asian American civic leaders throughout the Bay Area and beyond. (Abe-Koga) ATTACHMENTS: • Michael Chang, Ph.D Commendation (PDF) 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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Michael Chang, Ph.D Commendation

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The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara recognizes and commends Michael Chang, Ph.D, for his leadership in advancing civic engagement among Asian Americans. He is noted for being the first Asian American Mayor of Cupertino, his role as an emeritus professor, and for founding the Asian Pacific American Leadership Institute. He has received multiple awards for his contributions and is set to receive the 2026 Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement Award.

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Michael Chang is a leader in civic engagement among Asian Americans.
He was the first Asian American Mayor of Cupertino.
He has nearly 20 years of service in elected office.
He chaired De Anza College’s Asian and Asian American Studies Department.
He founded the Asian Pacific American Leadership Institute in 1997.
He has received several awards, including the De Anza College President’s Award.
He is receiving the 2026 Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement Award.

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Docusign Envelope ID: 3D6AC004-ED28-4146-9416-DAA34E373F8A WHEREAS, Michael Chang is a pioneering leader in advancing civic, social, and political engagement among Asian Americans; WHEREAS, he was the first Asian American to serve as Mayor of Cupertino and is a widely respected Silicon Valley civic leader, with nearly 20 years of service in elected office; WHEREAS, Michael chaired De Anza College’s Asian and Asian American Studies Department and continues to serve as an emeritus professor of civic leadership; WHEREAS, he founded the Asian Pacific American Leadership Institute (APALI) in 1997 and has grown the organization into a nationally recognized, nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to developing Asian American civic leaders; WHEREAS, he has been honored with the De Anza College President’s Award, Stanford University’s AAPI Alumni of the Year, and the California State Assembly’s Educator of the Year award; and WHEREAS, in recognition of his exceptional service and dedication to community well-being, he is receiving the 2026 Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement Award, honoring his lifetime of contributions. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County...