This resolution honors Kenny Lau for his significant contributions to traditional Chinese medicine, cultural heritage, education, and public service. It also designates August 28, 2025, as Kenny Lau Day in San Francisco.
Resolution commending Kenny Lau for his outstanding contributions to traditional Chinese medicine, cultural heritage, education, and public service; and declaring August 28, 2025, as Kenny Lau Day in the City and County of San Francisco.
How it got here
The resolution to declare August 28, 2025, as Kenny Lau Day originated from recognition of his significant contributions to traditional Chinese medicine and cultural heritage in San Francisco.
In March 2024, the California State Assembly proclaimed March 18 as 'California Chinese Medicine Day,' acknowledging the importance of traditional Chinese medicine, which Kenny Lau has significantly promoted.
Kenny Lau founded the nation's first Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Exhibition Hall in San Francisco, serving as a public educational resource for TCM.
Supervisor Chen introduced the resolution commending Kenny Lau for his contributions to traditional Chinese medicine and cultural heritage.
The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution declaring August 28, 2025, as Kenny Lau Day, recognizing his extensive contributions to the community.
The resolution was returned unsigned by the Mayor but became effective without his approval as per the city charter.
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