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Board proclaims February 2025 Black History Month in Madera County
Summary
Supervisors read and adopted a proclamation designating February 2025 as Black History Month in Madera County; NAACP and community speakers emphasized that Black history is American history and highlighted local contributions.
MADERA COUNTY, Calif. — The Madera County Board of Supervisors on Feb. 25 proclaimed February 2025 as Black History Month and recognized the contributions of Black Americans and local leaders.
The proclamation recalled that Black History Month began as Negro History Week in 1926 and noted the 2025 theme of Black Americans and labor. The board’s text highlighted historical figures referenced in the proclamation and affirmed the county’s commitment to inclusion and local events recognizing Black culture and heritage.
Local NAACP leaders and community members addressed the board. Anita Evans, identified in the record as a city council member and NAACP leader, and Benjamin Harrow, a local NAACP member, both offered remarks emphasizing unity and that “Black history is American history.” County leaders praised the proclamation and thanked local organizers.
Representatives from Congressman Adam Gray’s office also presented a congressional recognition to the board and NAACP for the observance.
The proclamation was presented; no formal vote beyond the adoption of the proclamation was recorded.
