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Commission issues proclamations marking NAACP Founders Day and the 100th Black History Month; NAACP announces local events
Summary
The commission read proclamations recognizing NAACP Founders Day and the centennial of Black History Month; local NAACP leaders accepted the proclamations and announced community events including baby‑shower drives, a March 5 art exhibit and a blood drive.
At the start of its Feb. 16 meeting the Kalamazoo City Commission issued two proclamations: one noting NAACP Founders Day and another marking the 100th anniversary of Black History Month.
Vice Mayor Drew Duncan read the NAACP Founders Day proclamation, which recognized the national NAACP's history, the role of the Metropolitan Kalamazoo branch and encouraged residents to join in honoring the organization’s mission. Wendy Fields, president of the Kalamazoo NAACP branch, accepted the proclamation and described upcoming branch activities, including a baby‑shower drive to support Cradle Kalamazoo, an art exhibit at the KVCC Center for New Media on March 5 and a blood drive also on March 5.
Mayor David F. Anderson read the Black History Month proclamation, noting Carter G. Woodson's role in establishing the observance and urging residents to recognize the contributions of Black Americans locally and nationally.
NAACP leaders emphasized that proclamations are symbolic but important public acknowledgments and reiterated a continued call for accountability and community engagement.
What it means: The proclamations formally acknowledge NAACP contributions and the centennial observance of Black History Month; NAACP announced volunteer and awareness events that community members can attend.
