Urge National Park Service to study Black Panther Party national park in Bay Area
Resolution 147-20
In Plain English
The city wants federal officials to explore creating a national park or monument honoring the Black Panther Party in Oakland and the Bay Area. The National Park Service would conduct a reconnaissance survey to determine if such a park meets federal criteria. If approved, this formal request adds Richmond's voice to efforts promoting recognition of the Black Panther Party's historical significance.
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Votes
Approve consent calendar
6 to 0
Public Comments
15 public comments — 15 spoken
- Ron SundergillIn person
- Gayle McLaughlinIn personformer councilmember
- Mike ParkerIn person
- Kieron SlaughterIn person
- Fredrika NewtonIn person
- Nathalio GrayIn person
- Mike UbertiIn person
- Carol Yu-JohnsonIn person
- Terance BarkusIn person
- Sarah De La Cerda-UbertiIn person
- Xavier BuckIn person
- Solomon WilkinsIn person
- Kamau EdwardsIn person
- Marcellis AshleyIn person
- Olivia AngladeEmail
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