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Subject PROCLAMATION: Black History Month - February 2026
Meeting February 3, 2026 - SPECIAL MEETING OF THE VILLAGE
BOARD/COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT
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1. Black History Month Proclamation 2026
Proclamation
"Black History Month"
February 2026
Whereas, in 1926 Carter G. Woodson initiated Negro History Week, and in 1976, it
was expanded to the entire month of February so that our nation could honor the
achievements and celebrate the rich heritage of Black Americans and to celebrate the
contributions of Black Americans to our nation's culture and collective history; and
Whereas, this Nation was founded upon and is guided by a set of principles that includes
every person has been created equal, that each has their rights to life, liberty, and the
pursuit of happiness, and that each shall be accorded to the fullest protection of the law;
and acknowledges the challenges, injustices, and oppression faced by Black citizens and
that we must actively work to eliminate these challenges, injustices and oppression; and
Whereas, Black History Month is a time to commemorate the incredible cultural,
scientific, political, and economic contributions of Black Americans, whose example of
heroism, patriotism, and enterprise has given people of all backgrounds confidence,
courage, and faith to pursue their dreams; and
Whereas, the 2026 Black History Month theme, designated by the Association for the
Study of African American Life and History, "A Century of Black History
Commemorations," focuses on the transformative impact of commemorating Black life
and history, acknowledging its role in shaping American identity and challenging
systemic injustices.
Now, therefore, I, Paul Wm, Hoefert, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do
hereby proclaim February 2026 as
"Black History Month"
I encourage all individuals to engage with our neighbors throughout the year by taking
advantage of opportunities to study the history of Black Americans to establish safe
spaces where Black life can be sustained, fortified, and respected.
Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos, Village Clerk
Dated February 3, 2026