HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.6 City Proclamations for the Month of FebruarySTAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Page 1 of 2
Agenda Item 4.6
DATE:February 2, 2021
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM:Linda Smith, City Manager
SUBJECT:City Proclamations for the Month of February
Prepared by: Cierra Fabrigas, Executive Aide
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider the following proclamations for the month of February in the City of
Dublin: American Heart Month, African American History Month, and National Teen Dating
Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the proclamations.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The City Council will consider the following proclamations for the month of February 2021:
1. American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month and is recognized nationally to increase awareness of
cardiovascular health. Focusing on heart health has never been more important with the
spread of COVID-19 and the increased severity of the illness in people with poor
cardiovascular health.
2. African American History Month
African American History Month is a time in which all citizens are encouraged to reflect on
past successes and challenges of Black communities, and to look to the future to ensure
freedom, equity, and inclusiveness.
3. National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month highlights an issue that
impacts everyone—not just teens, but their parents, teachers, friends, and communities as
46
Page 2 of 2
well. Youth.gov aims to break the cycle of violence during this month by providing support
and services to victims and their supporters.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) American Heart Month
2) African American History Month
3) National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
47
Attachment 1
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“American Heart Month”
WHEREAS,February is designated as American Heart Month, to encourage Americans to focus on their hearts and encourage
them to get their families, friends, and communities involved; and
WHEREAS,the first American Heart Month was proclaimed by President Lyndon B. Johnson in February 1964; and
WHEREAS,Go Red for Women is the American Heart Association’s global initiative to end heart disease and stroke in women.
Launched in 2004 to close the gap in awareness, Go Red quickly expanded into a worldwide movement dedicated to removing the
barriers women face to achieving good health and wellbeing; and
WHEREAS,hospitals and health systems around the country celebrate American Heart Month by helping to raise awareness in
communities about heart disease; and
WHEREAS, focusing on your heart health has never been more important. People with poor cardiovascular health are also at
increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council does hereby proclaim February 2021, as “American
Heart Month” and encourages citizens to by spread the word about preventing heart disease and living heart healthy lives.
DATED: February 2, 2021
Mayor Melissa Hernandez Vice Mayor Shawn Kumagai
Councilmember Jean Josey Councilmember Sherry Hu Councilmember Michael McCorriston
48
Attachment 2
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF D U B L I N, C A L I F O R N I A
“National African American History Month”
WHEREAS,National African American History Month in February celebrates the contributions that African
Americans have made to American history in their struggles for freedom and equality and deepens our understanding
of our Nation’s history; and
WHEREAS,the City of Dublin recognizes and values diversity, equity, and inclusion within our community; and,
WHEREAS,the migration of African Americans to all parts of the United States and throughout the world has led to
countless indelible contributions in the fields of science, medicine, law, social justice, athletics, the arts, government, and
more; and
WHEREAS,the presence of African Americans in our community continues to enhance the quality of life in the City of
Dublin; and
WHEREAS,the City of Dublin understands that African Americans have endured egregious discrimination and
bigotry throughout the course of our Nation’s history, conflicting with the core values of the City of Dublin; and
WHEREAS,African American History Month calls on our collective need to recognize and combat racism, and to
continue to build a community that embraces all ages, races, religions, and genders; and
WHEREAS,African American History Month is a time in which all citizens are encouraged to reflect on past successes
and challenges of Black communities, and to look to the future to ensure freedom, equity, and inclusiveness.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Dublin City Council, do hereby proclaim February 2021 as
African American History Month in the City of Dublin.
DATED:February 2, 2021
Mayor Melissa Hernandez Vice Mayor Shawn Kumagai
Councilmember Jean Josey Councilmember Sherry Hu Councilmember Michael McCorriston
49
Attachment 3
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month”
WHEREAS,February is recognized as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month; and
WHEREAS,Teen Dating Violence is an issue that impacts everyone – not just teens, but their parents, teachers, friends, and
communities as well; and
WHEREAS,during Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, youth.gov aims to break the cycle of violence by
providing support and services to victims, their families, and their communities; and
WHEREAS, everyone can make a difference by reaching out to young people; as we interact with teens in our work or personal
lives each of us can act on the President’s call to stand against teen dating violence by: discussing the warning signs of dating
abuse, creating a positive connection to the issue, talking about how the media portrays healthy and unhealthy relationships, and
getting involved even if you don’t have a lot of resources; and
WHEREAS,the City of Dublin is joining forces with victim and service providers, Dublin Police Services, and concerned citizens
throughout Dublin to observe National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council does hereby proclaim February 2021, as “National Teen
Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month”.
DATED: February 2, 2021
Mayor Melissa Hernandez Vice Mayor Shawn Kumagai
Councilmember Jean Josey Councilmember Sherry Hu Councilmember Michael McCorriston
50