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Proclamation in Recognition of
LGBTQ+ Pride Month—June 2026
WHEREAS, the Town of Fairfax is a welcoming community and an exceptional place to live, work, play and raise a family; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Fairfax has a diverse Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ+) community and is committed to supporting visibility, dignity and equity for all its residents; and
WHEREAS, many of the residents and business owners within the Town of Fairfax who contribute to the enrichment of our Town are a part of the LGBTQ+ community; and WHEREAS, the Town of Fairfax is strengthened by the diversity of ethnic, cultural, racial, gender and sexual identities of its residents and business community members, all of which contribute to the character, talent, economy and leadership of our Town.
WHEREAS, while critical steps have been made toward full LGBTQ+ equity and equality, members of our national, state and local community still face discrimination, exclusion and prejudice simply for being who they are and for whom they love; and WHEREAS, discrimination against people from the LGBTQ+ community around the world make it imperative for cities like The Town of Fairfax to stand up and show support for our LGBTQ+ residents; and
WHEREAS, we respect and celebrate the richness and variety of cultures, values, traditions and uniqueness as they contribute to the tapestry of our community; and WHEREAS, each of us can and should promote inclusiveness, celebrate diversity, support all fellow community members, prevent the spread of misinformation and reject hate and bias in all forms which will make The Town of Fairfax a stronger and healthier community; and
WHEREAS, June was chosen as national Pride Month to commemorate the 1969 protests and demonstrations in response to raids at the Stonewall Inn in New York’s Greenwich Village; and
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WHEREAS, June has become a symbolic month in which LGBTQ community and allies come together in various celebrations of pride; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Town Council of the Town of Fairfax, hereby proclaims the month of June as LGBTQ+ Pride month, and encourage all residents to actively promote, support and help build a culture of inclusiveness and acceptance.
Signed on this 3rd day of June 2026
Stephanie Hellman
Mayor of Fairfax