This resolution urges the National Archives and Records Administration to stop the closure of the National Archives at San Francisco and prevent the relocation of its records and artifacts. The goal is to maintain local access to important historical documents and community stories.
Resolution urging the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) to halt the closure of the National Archives at San Francisco and the relocation of the facility’s records and artifacts to ensure that local communities continue to have direct access to evidence of their history and stories in the United States.
How it got here
The resolution urging the National Archives and Records Administration to halt the closure of the National Archives at San Francisco originated from concerns about local access to historical records.
NARA announced plans to close the National Archives at San Francisco within three years and relocate all records and artifacts to other facilities, prompting local concerns about access to historical documents.
Supervisor Chan introduced the resolution to the Board of Supervisors, urging NARA to halt the closure and ensure local communities maintain access to their historical records.
The resolution was included as Item #47 on the agenda for the Board of Supervisors meeting, indicating it was set for discussion and potential adoption.
Multiple letters of support for the resolution were submitted by community organizations, emphasizing the importance of local access to the archives for historical research and community identity.
The resolution was referred for adoption without committee reference, indicating a streamlined process for its approval at the next Board meeting.
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