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RESOLUTION DECLARING FEBRUARY 2002 AS RESOLUTION NO.2002142
BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
AND FEBRUARY 16,2002 AS BLACK.FAMILIES ASSOCIATION
OF CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA COUNTY DAY IN HONOR OF
THE ASSOCIATION'S 15THANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND RAISER
WHEREAS, in September 1973 it was recognized that Black people in Central Contra Costa needed an avenue
to join together. Towards that end, the Black Families Association of Central Contra Costa County was
founded; and
WHEREAS,it was recognized that the Association foster an appreciation of Black cultural heritage, pride, and
dignity as well as provide social interaction among Black residents of the county; and
WHEREAS, it was decided that the organization provide a positive Black experience for youth by enhancing
their knowledge and understanding of how historical and current events will influence their future lives; and
WHEREAS, a youth group was formed to serve as a source of support and social interaction; and
WHEREAS, there is an increased awareness and participation in civic, political planning and decision making
activities to ensure the Black Families Association's input on matters impacting the "quality of life" of all
people throughout the county; and
WHEREAS, the Black Families Association serves as a clearinghouse for general information and provide
community orientation for Black residents while assisting with services of a charitable nature for the
community at large; and
WHEREAS, the Black Families Association has maintained an annual calendar to include: the Black History
Month Celebration Program, the Famous African American Essay/Poster Contest, Black History Month Dinner
Dance Scholarship Fundraiser, Youth Programs, Cultural Awareness Programs, participation in city/county
Planning and Human Relations Commissions, Personnel Community Development, and Merit Boards, while
continuing their social events for families.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors declares and
supports February 2002 as Black History Month in Contra Costa County and February 16, 2002 as Black
Families Association of Central Contra Costa County Day in honor of the organization's 15`x'Annual
Scholarship Fund Raiser.
PASSED by unanimous vote of the Board of Supervisors members present this 22nd day of January 2002.
INTRODUCED BY:
GA JOHN GI IA, Chair
District ervisor .,� District I Supervisor
DONN RBER MARK. DESAULNIER
District III Supervisor District IV Supervisor
FEDERAL D. GLOVER
District V Supervisor
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of an Order entered into the
minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date aforesaid,
John Sweeten,County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.
BY
Deputy Clerk