FOR THE COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 16, 2023
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
Prepared by: Chief Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Proclamation – “Go Rodeo Days”
Present a Proclamation recognizing June 1-4, 2023, as “Go Rodeo Days” in the City of Santa Maria and encourage all residents to wear western wear for several weeks before the rodeo and parade events.
BACKGROUND:
The 80th Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade is scheduled for June 1 through June 4, 2023. In honor of this event, and as a tradition, Santa Maria residents are encouraged to begin wearing western clothing several weeks before the rodeo. The parade will be held on Broadway, Saturday, June 3rd beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Mill Street and ending on Enos Drive. A street fair will be held immediately after the Parade in the JCPenn ey Parking Lot at 1321 S. Broadway. More information about the rodeo can be found at www.elksrec.com.
This Proclamation is being brought forth at the request of Elks Recreation, Inc., to increase awareness in the community and to invite residents and businesses to participate in rodeo activities throughout the month of May.