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Lake County proclaims February 2026 Black History Month, honors centennial of National Black History Week
Summary
The Lake County Board of Commissioners unanimously declared February 2026 Black History Month and recognized the 100th anniversary of the first National Black History Week; NAACP representatives and Bishop Gerard Maribel were acknowledged at the meeting.
The Lake County Board of Commissioners voted to declare February 2026 Black History Month and to recognize the centennial of the first National Black History Week.
A commissioner who introduced the motion highlighted milestones in local and national history, calling Black history an integral part of American history: "Ultimately black history is American history," a speaker said. The board welcomed leaders from the Lake County NAACP, including Bishop Gerard Maribel and the NAACP treasurer, who thanked the commissioners for the recognition.
The board approved the proclamation on roll call and paused for photographs. The proclamation was presented as a ceremonial recognition and no formal policy or funding decisions were attached to the resolution.
