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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.2 American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month Proclamationr DUBLIN CALIFORNIA STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL Agenda Item 3.2 DATE: TO: FROM: SU B,ECT: August 20, 2024 Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers Linda Smith, City Manager Presentation of American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month Proclamation Prepared by: Marissa Clevenger, Administrative Technician EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will present the American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month proclamation. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Present the Proclamation. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None. DESCRIPTION: The City Council will present the American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month proclamation in recognition of the many contributions of American Muslims in Dublin and across the nation. STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE: None. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: The City Council Agenda was posted. Page 1 of 2 1 ATTACHMENTS: 1) American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month Proclamation Page 2 of 2 2 Attachment I A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA "American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month" WHEREAS, freedom of religion holds distinction as a cherished right and a fundamental value upon which the law and ethics of the United States are based; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin takes great pride in supporting individual religious freedoms and is strengthened by contributions of its diverse population, including those Americans who practice Islam; and WHEREAS, approximately one million Muslim Americans currently reside in communities throughout California, the highest number in the United States; and WHEREAS, the citizens of the City of Dublin benefit from Muslim religious, charitable, educational and empowerment organizations that operate within the East Bay; and WHEREAS, members of the Dublin Muslim community have been strong advocates for equity and inclusion at the municipal and state levels of education and social programs that support all Dubliners; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate to promote awareness of the many contributions of American Muslims in Dublin and across the nation and extend to them the respect every American deserves. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council acknowledges the rich history and contributions of Muslims and the lasting positive impact they have made and does hereby proclaim August 2024 as `American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month" in the City of Dublin. DATED: August 20, 2024 Mayor Michael McCorriston e.5 CouncilmeJean Councilm mber Kashef Qaadri Councilmember Janine Thalblum 3