Proclamation
Dated
ATTEST:
Whereas,
Whereas,
Whereas,
Whereas,
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved
Whereas,
and encourage all of our residents to recognize the importance of taking the appropriate measures to secureour cyber environment so that all citizens can take advantage of the digital information that is available tous to help expand our knowledge and continue to make technological advances in the future.
that I, Joe Franklin, Mayor of the City of Manhattan
Beach, California, on behalf of the City Council and the residents of Manhattan Beach, do herebyproclaim October 2026, as the City of Manhattan Beach recognizes that it has a vital role in identifying, protecting its residents from, and responding to cybersecurity threats that may have significant impact on our individual and collective safety and privacy; and
financial services, telecommunications, transportation, utilities, health care and emergency response systems are increasingly reliant on technology; and citizens, schools, government agencies and businesses rely on the internet to conduct business, engage in commerce, access information and communicate with friends and family; and all Manhattan Beach residents can safeguard themselves against cyber hazards by utilizing the latest security software and implementing preparedness measures such as securing your Wi-Fi network and using long and complex passwords.
the theme for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is “Securing the Next 250,” highlighting the need to strengthen the country's infrastructure against cyber threats, ensuring resilience and security. This year’s theme looks ahead, focusing on building a secure digital future for America’s next era, aligning with the Freedom 250 celebration; and National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
this 7 day of October, 2026.th
City Clerk Liza Tamura Mayor Joe Franklin