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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing October 2025 as California Farmer and Farmworker Month in honor of the agricultural community’s contributions to the health and well-being of Solano County, the State, and our nation (Supervisor Vasquez)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Supervisor Vasquez requests the Board adopt and present a resolution recognizing October 2025 as California Farmer and Farmworker Month in honor of the agricultural community’s contributions to the health and well-being of Solano County, the State, and our nation.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
With the fall harvest underway, Solano County residents are reminded of our deep debt of gratitude to the farmers and farmworkers working tirelessly, day and night, to supply the food that sustains us as a county and allows us to prosper. The hard work of these dedicated individuals who grow, produce, harvest, and package our food ensures a stable and secure food supply for our county, state, and nation.
Solano County is one of the most agriculturally diverse counties in the state. It is home to more than 100 crops and commodities as well as innovations in Ag technology and has welcomed in major Ag processors such as Campbell Soup Company (tomatoes), Salad Cosmo (micro greens), Gotham Greens (leafy greens and herbs) and Superior Farms (lamb).
We owe a deep debt of gratitude to the farmworkers at the heart and soul of Solano County and our state who sacrifice and contribute so much to our economy, health, and wellness.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The costs associated with preparing the agenda item are nominal and absorbed by the District 4 FY2025/26 Working Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the resolution materials are included in the Board’s FY2025/26 Working Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could choose not to adopt this resolution, however, that is not recommended as this is an opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the lives and contributions of California’s farmworkers and rededicate us to extending the dream of prosperity, equity and progress to all.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION