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Marin supervisors proclaim May 2026 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Summary
The Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, highlighted local groups including MAPLE and the Asian American Alliance of Marin and invited community events.
The Marin County Board of Supervisors on May 5 unanimously adopted a proclamation declaring May 2026 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month for the county.
The proclamation, read by Board President Lukin, cited the contributions of more than 24,500 AANHPI residents and named local employee and community groups including MAPLE (Marin Asian American Public Local Employees) and the Asian American Alliance of Marin. It called on county departments to reaffirm commitments to equity and to stand against anti‑Asian hate and xenophobia.
Members of MAPLE spoke after the reading. Ashley Kehaulani Green, co‑president of MAPLE, opened with a traditional Hawaiian oli and urged the county to prioritize hiring, retention and promotion of people of color into leadership. Geraldine Breeze, a MAPLE leader, told the board: “Belonging cannot exist where courtesy is absent,” urging that written values be matched by action. Sabrina Cardoza highlighted a calendar of events the affinity group and partner organizations will host across the county.
Supervisor Colbert and others thanked MAPLE and AAAM for their work. Supervisor Rodoni moved the resolution and Supervisor Colbert seconded; the board approved it without objection and posed for a photograph with presenters.
The proclamation and the community events it highlights are part of the county’s broader effort to increase outreach and representation for AANHPI residents.
