P R O C L A M A T I O N
Acknowledging
DOWN HOME FOODS
WHEREAS, In 1974, Stanley Miklose opened Down Home Foods, 115 S. Franklin St., Fort Bragg, CA 95437; making it one of the longest continuously operating businesses in Fort Bragg; and WHEREAS, Down Home Foods has been dedicated to this community, providing healthy foods such as organic pre-made sandwiches, groceries, hot meals, and fresh-pressed juice made to order; and WHEREAS, Stanley diligently served the community for 49 years before being diagnosed with cancer and passing on April 26, 2023; and WHEREAS, Stanley’s wife, Rose Miklose continues the legacy of Down Home Foods as she and her employees navigate the future without his leadership in tribute to his mission; and WHEREAS, Rose would like to thank the community, as well as past and present employees for the continued support; and WHEREAS, Stanley named the store in honor of the home plate that formerly resided in the field where Down Home Foods is now located; and WHEREAS, the City of Fort Bragg is fortunate to be served by an engaged and committed organic and natural food provider.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bernie Norvell, Mayor of the City of Fort Bragg, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby commend Down Home Foods for all the years of extraordinary service to the City of Fort Bragg.
SIGNED this 22rd day of April, 2024
Bernie Norvell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Diana Sanchez, City Clerk
No. 14-2024