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Board issues proclamations recognizing Arab American and Muslim heritage, healthy homes and other observances
Summary
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors presented a package of proclamations on April 22 recognizing Arab American and Muslim American Appreciation and Awareness Month, Education and Sharing Day, National Healthy Homes Month, Little Saigon commemoration, Weights & Measures Week, and Exploited Minors Awareness Week.
On April 22 Alameda County supervisors presented several ceremonial proclamations recognizing community observances and programs.
Supervisor Fortunato Bass read a proclamation designating April as Arab American and Muslim American Appreciation and Awareness Month and invited community speakers, including representatives from local Arab and Muslim organizations, to offer brief remarks. Supervisor Miley presented proclamations for Education and Sharing Day and National Healthy Homes Month; Healthy Homes director April Williamson accepted and described county work on lead‑hazard control and home‑safety repairs. Supervisor Tam presented a proclamation recognizing the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the Little Saigon business corridor; community leaders pledged upcoming commemorations.
Supervisor Marquez (with Supervisor Tam) recognized Weights and Measures Week and introduced county sealers. Supervisors Tam and Fortunato Bass presented a proclamation for Exploited Minors Awareness Week with comments from survivors‑services providers and SHADE Movement representatives who emphasized survivor‑centered services and the need for trauma‑informed care.
These items were ceremonial; the board took photos with community members and moved on to consent and regular calendar items.
