REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Proclamation of Sikh Appreciation and Awareness Month
Report
BACKGROUND
The month of November is celebrated as Sikh Appreciation and Awareness Month in California. Sikhism is the fifth largest religion in the world, with more than 23 million Sikhs worldwide. An estimated 250,000 Americans of Sikh origin, comprising nearly 40 percent of the nation's estimated Sikh population, reside in California.
Sikh Americans pursue diverse professions in services such as the United States Armed Forces, agriculture, transportation, medicine, engineering, technology, science, education, energy, and small businesses, and make rich contributions to the social, cultural, and economic vibrancy of United States. Sikh Americans have distinguished themselves by fostering greater respect and understanding among all people through faith and service.
Joy of Sewa is a community organization based in Santa Clara. Founded on the principles of Sikhi, Joy of Sewa volunteers actively participate in local events and volunteer initiatives to better their community through "sewa," the self-service of others.
DISCUSSION
As a Special Order of Business on November 13, 2018, the City Council would like to recognize the month of November as Sikh Appreciation and Awareness Month, and will present a proclamation to representatives from Joy of Sewa.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City's official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City's website and in the City Clerk's Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk's Office at (408) 615-2220, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov
or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
Staff
Reviewed by: Lynn Garcia, Executive Assistan...
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