The Thai Alliance in America support Wat Mongkolratanaram & September 22nd!

We are pleased to announce that the Thai Alliance in America in Washington D.C. supports our efforts for the Thai Temple.

Quite possibly, one of the first movements of its kind, Save the Thai Temple(STTT), a dedicated group of second generation Thai Americans, are working tirelessly to protect their beloved Wat Mongkolratanaram (Wat Berkeley, CA). What began years ago as Thai summer school has now evolved into a network of Thai Americans from around the Bay Area collaborating to preserve the religious and cultural center that their community elders established. From Thai community elders to surrounding Berkeley neighbors to universities and non-profit organizations, these individuals reflect the diverse and expanding base of support for the public education campaign insisting that Temple’s constitutional and civil rights be upheld.

The rest of the article can be read via the link below.

Link to Thai Alliance in America Article

The STTT (Save the Thai Temple) group would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude to every individual and organization who has helped in spreading the word and making our situation known to a wider audience.

Mark your calendars! September 22nd is the date we hope to have a final decision.

The Berkeley City Council is scheduled to decide whether to uphold the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision on Tuesday, September 22, 2009.

The hearing will be closed to public comment. There will be a candlelight vigil in front of the Hall @ 7pm prior to the hearing. Feel free to drop by and show your support. We would be more than glad to see you there.