HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-05-15 - Older Americans MonthProclamation
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Lydia Kou
Mayor
OLDER AMERICANS MONTH
May 2023
WHEREAS, Palo Alto includes a growing number of older Americans who contribute their time,
wisdom, and experience to our community; and
WHEREAS, communities benefit when people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds are
welcomed, included, and supported; and
WHEREAS, Palo Alto recognizes the importance of creating a community that offers the services
and support older adults may need to make choices about how they age; and
WHEREAS, our City can work to build an even better community for our older residents by
exploring and combating stereotypes about aging, inspiring older adults to push past traditional
boundaries, and embracing our community’s diversity.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Lydia Kou, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto on behalf of the entire City
Council do hereby proclaim the month of May to be Older Americans Month and urge every resident
to recognize the contributions of our older citizens, help to create an inclusive society, and join efforts
to support older Americans’ choices about how they age in their communities.
PRESENTED: May 15, 2023