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Marin supervisors proclaim May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Summary
The Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution recognizing AANHPI Heritage Month after members of county employee affinity group MAPLE and community partners testified about the month's significance and local events.
The Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution Friday proclaiming May 2025 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month in Marin County.
The resolution, introduced by county staff and read jointly by the board, recognizes the contributions of the county's AANHPI residents and acknowledges historical events tied to May, including the Transcontinental Railroad and the Chinese Exclusion Act. The board moved and approved the proclamation without recorded roll-call tallies.
Members of MAPLE (Marin Association of Asian Pacific Local Employees) and other community partners made a series of public remarks before the motion. Ashley Green, co-president of MAPLE, described the group's 12-year history promoting mentorship, professional development and cultural awareness for county employees. Sabrina Cardoza (treasurer, MAPLE) urged supervisors to check in with staff and support employee affinity groups, saying growing national news and policy debates have stirred anxiety for many employees. Ralph Fernandez, a MAPLE founding member, and other longtime volunteers also addressed the board and thanked leaders for sponsoring the resolution.
Speakers highlighted local AANHPI organizations, including the Asian American Alliance of Marin and the Multicultural Center of Marin, and pointed to events planned countywide. County leaders read the resolution aloud, noting the county's Race Equity Action Plan and emphasizing commitments to racial and social equity. Board President Mary Sackett called for a motion; Supervisor Lukin moved adoption and Supervisor Moulton Peters seconded. The board approved the proclamation following voice votes.
The board opened the item to public comment. Speakers included local residents and community organization leaders who added historical context — one commenter noted the long-term effects of the Chinese Exclusion Act — and others urged the county to sustain work in employee equity, public programming and protection of local historic sites.
The proclamation does not create new policy or funding; it records the county's formal recognition of AANHPI Heritage Month and publicizes the county and community calendar of events.
Ending — The board adopted the resolution and scheduled no additional formal actions for this item. Community partners say events and outreach will continue through May and beyond.
