Proclamation
A Proclamation of the City Council
of the City of Patterson Recognizing
World Suicide Prevention Day September 10, 2025
WHEREAS, suicide is a tragic and preventable public health issue that affects individuals of all ages, genders, races, and backgrounds, and continues to have a profound impact on families, friends, and communities across the nation; and
WHEREAS, the City of Patterson recognizes that suicide is not a personal failure but a complex issue that requires compassion, understanding, and proactive community support; and WHEREAS, World Suicide Prevention Day, observed annually on September 10th, serves as a global call to action to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and foster hope for those who struggle in silence; and WHEREAS, in the United States, nearly 50,000 people die by suicide each year, and countless more experience suicidal thoughts, highlighting the urgent need for education, early intervention, and open dialogue around mental health; and
WHEREAS, the City of Patterson affirms its commitment to mental wellness, connection, and community-based prevention efforts, including working alongside local nonprofits, health professionals, educators, faith leaders, and advocates; and
WHEREAS, we recognize the strength of survivors, the value of lived experiences, and the power of collective healing in the face of loss and pain;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Michael Clauzel, Mayor of the City of Patterson, along with the City Council, do hereby proclaim September 10, 2025, as World Suicide Prevention Day in the City of Patterson.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Patterson supports suicide prevention initiatives and encourages all residents to learn the signs of emotional distress, engage in compassionate conversations, and promote access to local resources and mental health services.
Let this proclamation serve as a call to action, a message of support, and a reminder that no one in our community walks alone.
IN WITNESS HEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Patterson to be affixed this 2nd day of September 2025.
Michael Clauzel, Mayor