Proclamation Requests
The City of Farmers Branch supports proclamation requests to honor local and national organizations, events, and individuals. This policy applies to all proclamation requests for an official proclamation or recognition by the City Council.
Guidelines
Proclamations may be issued for:
- Arts and cultural celebrations
- Charitable fundraising campaigns
- Public awareness campaigns
- Special honors or recognitions
Proclamations will not be issued for:
- Business anniversaries under 25 years, weddings, family reunions, retirements and the deceased
- Campaigns intended for profit-making purposes
- Campaigns or events contrary to City policy
- Events or organizations that do not benefit the community of Farmers Branch
- Matters of political controversy, ideological or religious beliefs or individual conviction
Other Types of Recognition
If a request does not meet the guidelines for a proclamation, the Mayor may approve your request for another type of recognition such as congratulations, commendation, recognition, appreciation, etc. At the Mayor's discretion, a member of Council other than the Mayor may present a proclamation.
Proclamation Submissions
To request a proclamation, please use the Proclamation Request Online Form three weeks in advance to the requested date of presentation.
The Mayor of Farmers Branch will make the final decision as to whether a proclamation is issued or not. No Proclamations are issued to non-residents or for a non-Farmers Branch event unless specifically approved by the Mayor. A copy of the proclamation may be requested by the individual(s) or organization(s) who request it at no cost.
In most cases, approved proclamations are presented at a City Council Meeting. Please plan your proclamation requests in conjunction with the City Council Meetings. The Farmers Branch City Council typically meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. If you would like the Mayor or another City official to present your recognition at an event other than a City Council Meeting, please indicate this with your request.