Proclamations are ceremonial documents issued to recognize a day, week or month. The goal of a proclamation is to honor, celebrate or create awareness of an event or issue of significance to Plymouth and its residents.

Most common selection. Mayoral proclamations are issued outside of City Council meetings to recognize significant achievements and milestones by Plymouth residents, businesses, and community organizations.

Mayoral proclamation examples:

• Welcome certain events being held in Plymouth 
• Plymouth residents celebrating milestone birthdays (e.g., 90th birthday or higher)
• Local businesses marking significant anniversaries
• Plymouth-based sports teams or individuals recognized for notable achievements
• Organizations with strong ties to the Plymouth community celebrating major milestones or contributions

Less common selection. City Council proclamations and presentations made by City Council during an official Council meeting.

City Council proclamation guidelines:

• Community events sponsored by the city or with city participation (e.g., Arbor Day, Earth Day)
• Awareness initiatives that align with the city’s mission and impact the broader community (e.g., Small Business Saturday)
• Significant city-related achievements or milestones (e.g., GreenStep Cities, DMO events, city awards)
• Major local, national, or international events of cultural or historical significance, as recommended annually by staff
• Employee retirements with 10 or more years of service and eligibility to draw a PERA pension

The following items are not allowed in proclamations: Promotes or fosters discrimination

• Items that promote or foster discrimination;
• Matters of political controversy, or ideological or religious belief;
• Events, individuals or organizations with no direct relationship to the City of Plymouth;
• Solicitations of commerce, political, charitable or religious viewpoints or causes;
• Events or causes contrary to the city’s mission, vision or policies;
• No official interest with the city;
• Outside of the purview of city governance.