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Richfield proclaims May 2026 as Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month
Summary
Mayor Mary Supple read a proclamation declaring May 2026 as Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month in Richfield, citing historical context and a 2024 U.S. Census Bureau estimate that about 5.5% of the city's population is of Asian and Pacific Islander origin; the Human Rights Commission supported the proclamation.
At the April 28 meeting, Mayor Mary Supple read a proclamation declaring May 2026 as Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month in the city of Richfield and called on residents to observe the month with appropriate programs and events.
Supple cited historical touchpoints for the observance, referenced the Richfield Human Rights Commission’s support, and read a line from U.S. Census Bureau estimates noting that roughly 5.5% of Richfield's population is of Asian and Pacific Islander origin. Valerie Hurst Baker, identified by the mayor and speaking as chair of the Richfield Human Rights Commission, said the commission intended to honor and recognize contributions from Asian and Pacific American community members and regretted that a community member was not available to accept the proclamation in person that evening.
Why it matters: the proclamation is a formal civic recognition intended to raise awareness of the contributions and history of Asian and Pacific Americans in Richfield. The commission’s involvement signals planned local programmatic and outreach activities.
Next steps: the Human Rights Commission and city staff may organize programs and activities during May to observe the proclamation.
