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Rexburg ratifies proclamation designating May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month
Summary
The council ratified Proclamation 2026‑03 recognizing May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month and encouraged civic programming and displays to mark the month.
Rexburg — The Rexburg City Council on May 20 ratified Proclamation 2026‑03 designating May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month.
Council Member Reer read the proclamation, citing contributions of Jewish Americans and calling for public observances and education. Mayor Jerry Merrill signed the proclamation and council moved and approved a ratification vote. Council members urged local schools, libraries and cultural institutions to offer programming and noted broader opposition to anti‑Semitism and all forms of hate.
Council and assembled attendees took a group photograph after ratification. The proclamation encourages city departments to display educational materials and local institutions to host events during May.
