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WHEREAS, Petaluma Blacks for Community Development was established
thirty years ago by a group of concerned Black residents to acquaint the community with
Black culture and history; to provide support for new Black families moving into the
area; and to ensure that the Black community became a positive part of the larger
Petaluma community; and
WHEREAS, Petaluma Blacks for Community Development, in keeping with
their goals and objectives, have continuously provided a venue for sharing with the
community through an annual Black History Program, museum exhibits and individual
members' involvement in various community organizations and activities. The group has
continued to provide support for Black families through social gatherings and reaching
out to each other; and
WHEREAS, Petaluma Blacks for Community Development has continuously
supported our youth by making them active participants in the organization; encouraging
them in their involvement in school and community activities; and teaching them to value
our history.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that 1, Pamela Torlialt, Mayor of
Petaluma, along with members of the Petaluma City Council, do hereby acknowledge
February as Black History Month and commend Petaluma Blacks for Community
Development in their effort to supe t e c munity at large and to provide our City
with Black cultural activities and an awarene s o Black eritage.ov
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