Mayoral Proclamation Request Form

Mayor Harry Schlegel issues proclamations in the Borough of Plum at the request of local residents or organizations to recognize the importance of community events, significant achievements by residents, and to acknowledge local, regional or national events. Mayoral proclamations typically must have a specific connection to the Boro. The Mayor’s Office issues proclamations at its discretion and reserves the right to deny any proclamation request.

EXAMPLES
Milestone birthday (must be at least 80 years old) or anniversary for individual, business or pastoral anniversary (must be at least 25 years), a unique achievement (Eagle Scout, State Championship), support for cause, extreme good deed, retirement (the person must have been employed with their current employer for 25 years or more)

PRODUCTION TIME
You must provide at least ten (10) working days for production of approved proclamations.

PROCLAMATION LANGUAGE
You must provide draft language for your proclamation. Please provide only 4 or 5 "whereas" statements for your proclamation. The Mayor’s Office reserves the right to edit submitted language. Please make certain your submissions are accurate.

ORIGINAL PROCLAMATIONS
One signed, original, official proclamation is provided. Proclamations are printed on 8.5" x 11" official paper with the Boro seal and the Mayor’s signature.

PRESENTATION
The Mayor will present your proclamation at the business meeting of Borough Council. This meeting is held the second Monday of each month.

SUBMITTING THE PROCLAMATION REQUEST FORM
Complete this form in its entirety. Once submitted, it will be sent to the Mayor's office.

QUESTIONS? Please email: hschlegel@plumboro.com

Your Name:

First NameLast Name

Phone Number:

Area CodePhone Number

E-mail:

Enter a valid e-mail address to ensure you receive a confirmation

Name of Organization or Person Making Request:

Date, Week or Month asking to be Proclaimed:

Requested Title of Proclamation:

EXAMPLES: “Joseph Smith Jr Day”, “Hands-Only CPR Day”, "Be A Mentor Week”

Is this at least 4 weeks from today's date?:

Proclamation Reading Date:

Second Monday of the Month

Draft Language for Proclamation:

Include 4 to 6 draft 'whereas' statements to make up the body of the proclamation. The Mayor reserves the right to edit draft proclamation language. We will copy and paste the language into our format.

If approved, who will pick up the proclamation:

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By clicking submit, I confirm I have read and understand

the included guidelines and procedures and agree to the terms therein.