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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing February 2024 as the month-long celebration of Black History Month in Solano County (Supervisor Williams)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Supervisor Williams recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution recognizing February 2024 as the month-long celebration of Black History Month in Solano County.
SUMMARY/ DISCUSSION:
Each February, National Black History Month serves as both a celebration and a powerful reminder that Black history is American history, Black culture is American culture, and Black stories are essential to the ongoing story of America. Starting in 1926, Carter G. Woodson, known as the "Father of Black History," established "Negro History Week," emphasizing the importance of providing a theme to focus the attention of the public, bringing to the forefront the black experience, including how people of African descent in the United States view themselves, their influence on social movements and racial ideologies, and the aspirations of the black community.
The theme for 2024 Black History Month is "African Americans and the Arts" spanning the many impacts Black Americans have had on visual arts, music, cultural movements, and more. Artistic works by African Americans have revolutionized the American arts scene and given the cultural face America shows the outside world its verve and vigor.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The costs associated with preparing the agenda item are nominal and absorbed by the Board's FY2023/24 Working Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the resolution materials are included in the Board's FY2023/24 Working Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could choose not to adopt the resolution; however, this is not recommended, as Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans in Solano County and around t...
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