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May 4, 2021 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT
VILLAGE BOARD -
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PROCLAMATION
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May, 2021
WHEREAS, in 1978, President Jimmy Carter established Pacific/Asian American
Heritage Week and in 1990, George H. W. Bush signed a bill passed by Congress
officially designating May as Asian -Pacific American Heritage Month; and
WHEREAS, In 2009, Asian -Pacific Heritage month was changed to Asian American
and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month to recognize the contributions and
influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture,
and achievements of the United States; and
WHEREAS, Mount Prospect is proud to be home to a growing Asian American and
Pacific Islander population that contributes greatly to the prosperity and enrichment
of our Village; and
WHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander men and women have made valuable
contributions to all areas of life in Mount Prospect, including government, business,
arts and sciences, medicine, education, law enforcement, and the military; and
WHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander communities are deeply -rooted in
both the United States and Mount Prospect, reminding us of both proud and painful
chapters of our history; and
WHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander communities have been
disproportionately targeted as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic through acts of
violence and discrimination; and
WHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in Mount Prospect have
shared their rich culture and traditions while representing their communities through
public service and advocacy; and
WHEREAS, diversity represents one of our greatest strengths, and by recognizing
the contributions and accomplishments of Asian American and Pacific Islander men
and women, our community celebrates the importance of inclusion to building a
brighter future for all of our citizens; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Prospect is committed to providing comprehensive
support to ensure that our Village is equitable and welcoming to all people; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Prospect is proud to celebrate Asian American and
Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and commemorate the essential contributions,
sacrifices, and accomplishments that Asian American and Pacific Islanders have made
to our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Arlene A, Juracek, do hereby recognize May 2021 as
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"'ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH"
in the Village of Mount Prospect and I call this observance to the attention of all our
citizens. I invite everyone to visit pbs.org, our public library, and the wonderful Asian
American and Pacific Islander businesses, in order to support and learn more about
the vast community and cultures.
Arlene A. Juracek, Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos, Village Clerk
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