(Syracuse, N.Y. Feb. 26) – County Executive Ryan McMahon was joined by President of the Syracuse-Onondaga County Chapter of the NAACP Bishop Colette Mathews Carter, Legislator Linda Ervin and several other members of the community to declare “Black History Month” in Onondaga County.
County Executive Ryan McMahon said, “The diversity of our community is one of our greatest assets and it is an honor to join such distinguished members of our community to declare “Black History Month” in Onondaga County. We will continue to work every day to make sure that our community is a place where everyone, regardless of the color of their skin, has the same opportunity to succeed and prosper.”
Bishop Colette Mathews Carter said, “The NAACP is the largest and oldest Civil Rights organization in the country. This year we commemorate 113 years of service. The Syracuse Onondaga Branch has been on the front lines fighting for racial equity & social justice for almost 60 years. It is a pleasure to receive this proclamation from the County Executive in recognition of our service.”
Onondaga County Legislator Linda Ervin said, “I am very happy that our County Executive is issuing a proclamation recognizing Black History Month. Our County has a rich history of Blacks who have shaped our lives today and we stand on their shoulders. Black History is a critical part of American History and should always be recognized.”
