PROCLAMATION: Whereas, in 1775, the Second Continental Congress created the Continental Army, Navy, and Marines, forming a united military force in the fight for independence; and Whereas, on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence affirmed that all people are endowed with the inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, establishing a new nation committed to securing those rights; and Whereas, on June 14, 1777, the Congress adopted a new flag to symbolize the union of the...
From the Mayor's Desk
June 1, 2026: Pride Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, Pride Month began in June, 1969 on the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising in New York City after LGBTQ+ persons and their allies rose up to fight against discriminatory laws—which have since been declared unconstitutional; and Whereas, Pasadena denounces prejudice and unfair discrimination based on age, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, and is a city in which all persons should feel valued, safe, welcomed, respected, and affirmed by their peers and...
May 25, 2026: Proclamation - Memorial Day
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, for more than 250 years, the Armed Forces have safeguarded our liberty, protected our nation, and promoted peace around the world; and Whereas, through the courage and sacrifice of our service members and their families, the freedoms we cherish have been preserved; and Whereas, the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country did so in devotion to freedom, from the earliest days of our Republic to missions around the globe, so that...
May 18, 2026: Proclamation - National Public Works Week
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, public works infrastructure, facilities and services are of vital importance to sustainable communities and the health, safety and well-being of the people of Pasadena; and Whereas, the planning, development and operation of public works systems such as storm drains, sewers, streets, bridges, street lights, traffic signals, public buildings, public fleets, street trees, solid waste collection, and recycling is essential to meeting the needs of our residents; and Whereas, such facilities and services could not be provided without the...
May 18, 2026: Proclamation - Gun Violence Awareness Day
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, gun violence touches every segment of our society and impacts people of all ages; it increases the probability of death in incidents of domestic violence; raises the likelihood of fatality by those who intend to injure others and among those who attempt suicide; it places children and young people at increased risk of physical harm and injury; and disproportionately affects communities of color; and Whereas, Gun Violence Awareness Day honors the many lives that have been cut short...
May 7, 2026: Proclamation - Day of Interfaith Prayer
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, a nationally recognized Day of Prayer came into existence even before the founding of the United States of America, when the continental Congress declared a day of prayer in 1775; and Whereas, Congress codified this tradition in 1952 and later, in 1988, designated the first Thursday of May each year as the National Day of Prayer; and Whereas, millions of Americans will answer the call to prayer—on the 74th annual National Day of Prayer this year—by joining observances...
May 4, 2026: Proclamation - Older Americans Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, it is important to acknowledge the contributions older individuals have made in our communities and in the workplace to the economic well-being of our nation through civic leadership and mentoring; and Whereas, our expanding elder population profoundly impacts every facet of our lives, redefining our ideas of work, retirement and leisure, altering our housing and living arrangements, challenging our healthcare systems, reshaping our economy, and altering social and public policy; and Whereas, the opportunities and challenges that await...
May 4, 2026: Proclamation - Pasadena Bike Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, the bicycle is an economically and environmentally sustainable form of transportation, an excellent form of recreation, and an effective means to conserve energy and improve the livability of communities; and Whereas, electric bicycle availability and use has increased dramatically, making bicycling an even more viable transportation option and which the City of Pasadena is invested in promoting through new and forthcoming bicycle projects and programs; and Whereas, bicycling has a great potential to have a positive impact on the...
May 1, 2026: Proclamation - National Water Safety Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, swimming can play a vital role in maintaining good physical and mental health, building social connections, and enhancing quality of life; and Whereas, it is important for families and individuals of all ages—whether owners of private pools, users of public swimming facilities, or those visiting recreational swimming areas—to understand the importance of water safety rules; and Whereas, drowning is often caused by inadequate swimming skills, lack of supervision, and hazardous swimming conditions, and is a leading cause of...
May 1, 2026: Proclamation - Mental Health Awareness Month
PROCLAMATION: Whereas, mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and wellbeing, and addressing the mental health needs in Pasadena of children, youth, adults, seniors, and families is fundamental to having a healthy community; and Whereas, all people experience times of difficulty and stress in their lives and, with the prevalence of mental health conditions in our nation, it is important for all members of the community to know that specific tools exist which can be used to better handle...