Declare September 2021 as Betty Reid Soskin Month
In Plain English
Betty Reid Soskin is a Richmond resident and park ranger who became the oldest active National Park Service ranger at age 100. The proclamation honors her contributions to local history and civil rights education. This is a ceremonial recognition with no cost to the city.
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