HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 3c. Indigenous Peoples Day Proclamation
Whereas, the City of San Luis Obispo recognizes that the indigenous peoples of the lands
that would later become known as the Americas have occupied these lands since time
immemorial; and,
Whereas, San Luis Obispo is built on the Tilhini homeland and villages of the indigenous
peoples of this region; and,
Whereas, Indigenous Peoples Day was first proposed in 1977 by a delegation of Native
Nations to the United Nations sponsored International Conference on Discrimination Against
Indigenous Populations in the Americas to replace Columbus Day; and,
Whereas, we acknowledge the indigenous roots we have in San Luis Obispo and in
California, and the cultural and familial ties that connect us; and,
Whereas, Indigenous Peoples Day shall reflect the ongoing struggles of indigenous
people of this land and shall celebrate the thriving culture and value that indigenous people
add to our City; and,
Whereas, the City encourages equality for all Indigenous Peoples and honors our
nation’s indigenous heritage, history and contributions; and,
Whereas, the City of San Luis Obispo offers gratitude to Native People on behalf of the
people of San Luis Obispo, in recognition of the Indigenous care for this land, and in honor
of indigenous culture and philosophy.
Now, therefore, I, Erica A, Stewart Mayor of the City of San Luis Obispo, on behalf of the
entire City Council, proclaim the second Monday of October this year, as “Indigenous Peoples
Day,” and we strongly encourage San Luis Obispo Public Schools to include the teaching of
indigenous peoples’ history and also encourage local businesses, organizations and public
institutions to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day.
Indigenous Peoples Day
Second Monday in October 2022
October 4, 2022
Mayor Date