The City Council is considering a proposal to allocate $1,000 for a Juneteenth event at the library, which will include a flag raising ceremony, speakers, and a visual exhibit. The event is part of the City's celebration of Juneteenth, which became a federal holiday in 2021. The proposal also includes a minor amendment to the City's flag policy to clarify that staff can bring commemorative flag requests for approval. The City Council is also being asked to approve the annual raising of the Juneteenth and Pride flags.
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Allocation of $1,000 for Juneteenth Event 2026; Amendment to Flag Policy; Approval of Juneteenth and Pride Flag Raising for 2026 and Annually
Summary
The City Council is considering a proposal to allocate $1,000 for a Juneteenth event at the library, which will include a flag raising ceremony, speakers, and a visual exhibit. The event is part of the City's celebration of Juneteenth, which became a federal holiday in 2021. The proposal also includes a minor amendment to the City's flag policy to clarify that staff can bring commemorative flag requests for approval. The City Council is also being asked to approve the annual raising of the Juneteenth and Pride flags.