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Adopt Commendation for Venerable Phap Hoa for his dedication and commitment to living in the present moment, mindful communication, and simplicity, which align with core Buddhist principles. (Duong/Lee)

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Commendation/Proclamation Printout

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This document is a commendation for Venerable Thich Phap Hoa, recognizing his dedication to mindfulness and simplicity in alignment with Buddhist principles. It is addressed to the Board of Supervisors and is recommended for adoption by Supervisors Betty Duong and Otto Lee.

Key points
  • Commendation for Venerable Thich Phap Hoa
  • Focus on dedication to living in the present moment, mindful communication, and simplicity
  • Aligns with core Buddhist principles
  • Recommended action by Supervisors Betty Duong and Otto Lee

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128314 DATE: April 14, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor Otto Lee, President SUBJECT: Commendation for Venerable Thich Phap Hoa RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Commendation for Venerable Phap Hoa for his dedication and commitment to living in the present moment, mindful communication, and simplicity, which align with core Buddhist principles. (Duong/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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Commendation for Venerable Thích Pháp Hòa

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The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara recognizes and commends Venerable Thich Phap Hoa for his dedication to mindfulness and simplicity. This commendation is associated with the Vesak Festival, which will take place from April 17-19, 2026, in San Jose, California, where Venerable Thich Phap Hoa will be a special guest and will give a Dharma Talk.

Key points
  • The Vesak Festival is recognized by the United Nations and is significant in Buddhism.
  • The 2026 Vesak Festival will be held in Northern California from April 17-19 at Lake Cunningham Park in San Jose.
  • Venerable Thich Phap Hoa is a respected Vietnamese Buddhist monk and has held positions as abbot of True Lam Monastery and Westlock Meditation Centre.
  • He is known for teachings on love, family, and compassion.
  • Venerable Thich Phap Hoa will give a Dharma Talk and lead teachings on April 19, 2026.
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W HEREAS, the Vesak Festival, internationally recognized by the United Nations in 1999, is one of the most significant WHEREAS, this sacred occasion highlights the core Buddhist values of wisdom, compassion, and peace, inspiring individuals and communities to foster understanding, unity, and service in an increasingly interconnected world; WHEREAS, the 2026 Vesak Festival in Northern California will be held April 17-19 at Lake Cunningham Park in San Jose and will feature Venerable Thich Phap Hoa as a special guest; WHEREAS, Venerable Thich Phap Hoa is a well-respected Vietnamese Buddhist monk who has held positions as the abbot of True Lam Monastery in 2006 and Westlock Meditation Centre in 2007, and is known for his teachings and lectures covering a wide range of topics, including love, family, and compassion; and WHEREAS, Venerable Thich Phap Hoa will give a Dharrna Talk (Phap Phap Viln Dap) and lead teachings on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Vesak Festival in San Jose, California. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara does hereby recognize and commend Venerable Thich Phap Hoa for his dedication and commitment to living in...