Title
Special Recognition - Proclamation Recognizing Muslim American Heritage Month
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Recognize July as Muslim American Heritage Month.
Report
Issue:
Whether to recognize July as Muslim American Heritage Month.
Staff Contact:
Tobi Hill-Meyer, Diversity Equity Inclusion Program Manager, 360.753.8285
Presenter(s):
Dr. Amna Qazi, Olympia Social Justice and Equity Commissioner
Imran Siddique, President of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)
Mr. Javaid, President of the American Muslim Advancement Council (AMAC)
Background and Analysis:
Muslim American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of Americans of Muslim heritage to the United States from its founding through the present day.
Climate Analysis:
This is not expected to impact carbon emissions.
Equity Analysis:
This recognition raises awareness about the contributions and achievements made by generations of Muslim Americans in the Pacific Northwest and across the nation.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Muslim Americans are a part of our local neighborhoods and community. This recognition may be very meaningful to our Muslim community members, and will be an important part of taking the time to understand everyone that is a part of our Olympia community.
Financial Impact:
No financial impact.
Options:
1. Recognize Muslim American Heritage Month.
2. Do not recognize Muslim American Heritage Month.
3. Recognize Muslim American Heritage Month at another time.
Attachments:
Proclamation