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Lancaster City Council proclaims Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month; local AAPI leaders share stories
Summary
Council adopted a resolution recognizing AANHPI Heritage Month after members of Lancaster API spoke about business resilience, immigration experiences and community contributions. The resolution passed by voice/roll call vote.
Lancaster City Council on May 27 adopted Resolution No. 34 recognizing Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month and heard several personal testimonials from local AAPI community leaders before the vote.
Cindy Lam, identified as president of Lancaster API and co‑owner of Cilantro Asian Street Kitchen, told council that AAPI‑owned businesses are visible across the city and that pandemic losses tested their resilience. “By recognizing and honoring a AANHPI heritage…
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