On Monday, Oct. 13, Dane County Executive Melissa Agard honored Indigenous Peoples’ Day, recognizing the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in Dane County and across Wisconsin.
“Indigenous Peoples’ Day is an opportunity to reflect, to honor, and to listen,” said County Executive Agard. “This day reminds us of the deep history that existed long before our county was formed – and of the responsibility we share to respect and strengthen our relationships with the Ho-Chunk Nation and all Indigenous communities who call this land home.”
Dane County sits on the ancestral and contemporary lands of the Ho-Chunk Nation, whose presence in this region stretches back thousands of years. The County Executive’s Office reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to partnerships that protect natural resources, preserve sacred sites, and promote equitable access to opportunity for all residents…