CITY OF NAPA
PROCLAMATION
American Red Cross Month
March 2026
WHEREAS, in March we celebrate American Red Cross Month by honoring our neighbors who make its humanitarian mission possible in the city of Napa. Every day, their acts of kindness changes lives, bringing relief, comfort and hope when help can’t wait. This compassionate spirit runs deep in our community, just as it has for 145 years through the American Red Cross; and WHEREAS, today, kindhearted individuals in our community exemplify Barton’s commitment as they step up through the Red Cross in Napa County to provide a beacon of hope for our neighbors in need. Through their voluntary and selfless contributions, they make a lifesaving difference in people’s darkest hours — whether it’s delivering shelter, food and comfort during and after disasters; providing a safe, lifesaving blood supply for patients facing conditions like cancer treatments, childbirth complications and traumatic injuries, assisting military members, veterans and their families with 24/7 global support; or empowering individuals with skills like first aid, CPR, and disaster preparedness education that save lives; and WHEREAS, last year in Napa County, 67 American Red Cross volunteers helped 23 families affected by home fires providing emotional support, addressing immediate needs and helping families recover with emergency financial assistance or community resources; 112 community members served through home fire and disaster preparedness education, collected 105 units of lifesaving blood; hosted 6 blood drives; provided international humanitarian aid; and supported 39 military members and their families; and
WHEREAS, these collective efforts are a powerful reminder that the strength of our community lies in our shared commitment to one another. As we mark Red Cross Month, let’s celebrate our local heroes and resolve to continue lifting each other up, so no one faces an emergency alone.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Scott Sedgley, Mayor of the City of Napa along with the City Council, do hereby proclaim March 2026 as Red Cross Month, and encourage all residents of the City of Napa to reach out and support its humanitarian mission.
Dated: March 3, 2026
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SCOTT SEDGLEY, MAYOR
CITY OF NAPA