Jewish American Heritage Month (May 2023) Copyrighted
May 1, 2023
City of Dubuque Proclamation(s) # 04.
City Council Meeting
ITEM TITLE: JewishAmerican Heritage Month (May2023)
SUMMARY: On behalf of Temple Beth EI.
SUGGESTED
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WHEREAS, for nearly 34 years, every Congress has authorized, and each President of the United
States has declared a period each year for the celebration of the Jewish culture, history,
and contributions to the United States. Beginning in 2006, Congress passed a bipartisan
resolution calling on state and local governments and the people of the United States to
observe a full month in which American Jewish History is celebrated; and
WHEREAS, Temple Beth EI, established in 1875, and its members of the Jewish Faith, endorse the
tradition of May as Jewish American Heritage Month in Dubuque; and
WHEREAS, there has been an active, though quiet, Jewish presence almost since Dubuque's
founding. Look no further than Linwood Cemetery, former Main Street Merchants,
Educators, Professionals in the Arts & Medicine, and Small Business Owners and
Entrepreneurs, to see the Jewish tradition is to give to their communities; and
WHEREAS, local recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month matters now more than ever.
Antisemitism has been rising at an alarming rate in our country, and many of our cities
have experienced an increase in antisemitic incidents. The resurgence of this ancient
hatred is a threat not only to Jewish people but to all of us; and
WHEREAS, by bringing Jewish American Heritage Month to Dubuque, we offer hope and optimism
through the celebration of the vibrant heritage of the Jewish Americans who have
enriched our lives; and
WHEREAS, we stand against all forms of hate and bigotry and are united in our commitment to dignity,
compassion, and justice for all residents of Dubuque.
NOW THEREFORE, I, BRAD M. CAVANAGH, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL, STAFF, AND RESIDENTS OF DUBUQUE, DO HEREBY
PROCLAIM THE MONTH OF MAY 2023 AS
"JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH"
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, AND URGE RESIDENTS TO CELEBRATE AND HONOR THIS
OCCASION.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand
and caused the Great Seal of the City of Dubuque to
be affixed this 1 St day of May 2023.
Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor
Attest:
Trish L. Gleason, MMC, Assistant City Clerk
2023: Submitted and accepted by Susan Farber.