Proclamation - Pride Month

Whereas every year, cities all around the world celebrate the diversity that strengthens our Town to commemorate and support sexual and gender minorities' liberation; and

Whereas Pride Month is a positive stance against discrimination and violence toward lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (2SLGBTQI+) people to promote their self-affirmation, dignity, equality rights, increase their visibility as a social group, build community, and celebrate sexual diversity and gender variance; and

Whereas the rainbow flag is the most-recognized 2SLGBTQI+ symbol, designed in 1978; and

Whereas Pride Month in Shelburne is an opportunity to prevent discrimination and promote awareness and acceptance of every human person and to promote the development of harmonious relationships amongst all members of the community; and

Whereas we support an inclusive and respectful community where all citizens can live, work and play in a safe and secure environment;

Now Therefore I, Mayor Wade Mills, on behalf of Council, do hereby proclaim June 2026 as “Pride Month” in the Town of Shelburne.