Dallas County Recognizing Black History 2026

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

2026-0202 Dallas County Recognizing Black History 2026 On a motion made by Commissioner John Wiley Price, and seconded by Commissioner Dr. Elba Garcia, the following order was passed and adopted by the Commissioners Court of Dallas County, State of Texas: BRIEFING DATE: February 17, 2026 FUNDING SOURCE: NA Be it resolved and ordered that the Dallas County Commissioners Court does hereby honor the full breadth of Black history—acknowledging both profound loss and remarkable progress—and recognizes the enduring contributions of Black Americans to science, culture, democracy, education, and public life; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Dallas County affirms its commitment to preserving historical truth, supporting equitable investment, defending representative democracy, and ensuring that Black history is neither erased nor diminished; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Dallas County observes Black History Month 2026 not only as a commemoration of the past, but as a call to vigilance, accountability, and action in building a more just and inclusive future for all. Done in open Court February 17, 2026 by the following vote: IN FAVOR: