Proclamation
Honoring
Polly’s Pies
WHEREAS, for almost 55 years, Polly’s Pies has been a beloved cornerstone of the City of Orange, and we are proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its most famous creation, the Banberry Pie, a delicious dessert that was born right here in our City; and WHEREAS, since its creation in 1975, the Banberry Pie has become more than just a dessert; it has grown into a legend, with its delightful banana cream filling, fresh strawberries, and signature ring of real whipped cream, making it Polly's Pies' top-selling pie and a cherished local favorite; and
WHEREAS, the Orange location of Polly’s Pies opened on Nov. 8, 1971, on N. Tustin Ave, and stands as a true institution in the City, a place where families have gathered and memories have been made for decades; and
WHEREAS, founded by Eddie and Don Sheldrake in our neighboring city of Fullerton in 1968, Polly’s Pies remains a testament to the power of a family-owned business, expanding to 13 locations while staying true to its roots and its commitment to quality breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and
WHEREAS, each day, Polly’s Pies continues its tradition of excellence by roasting its own coffee beans and baking its own breads, cookies, muffins, pastries, and pies from scratch, and has become a cherished annual tradition for countless families by serving thousands of holiday meals every year; and
WHEREAS, Polly’s Pies demonstrates its commitment to the community by generously donating pies to local service members, veterans, and first responders, and by teaming up with a non-profit organization to bring new green space to a local school; and WHEREAS, Polly’s Pies holds a special place in the hearts of generations of residents who have found comfort, good food, and great company in its warm, family-friendly atmosphere, and we are honored that it will forever call the City of Orange “home.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, Daniel R. Slater, Mayor of the City of Orange do hereby recognize Polly’s Pies’ Banberry Pie as the official pie of the City of Orange, and I call this observance to the attention of our residents.
DATED this 26th Day of August, 2025.