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STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
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DATE: March 24, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
American Red Cross Month Proclamation
Prepared by: Vanessa Rosales, Deputy City Clerk
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will present a proclamation for American Red Cross Month.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the proclamation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The American Red Cross is a leading volunteer agency chartered and authorized by Congress
to act in times of need, and provides compassionate assistance to people afflicted by personal,
local, or national disasters.
The American Red Cross marks their 145th anniversary this year, and the annual recognition
of this group raises awareness of its mission and acknowledges the work of its volunteers,
financial and blood donors, community partners, and those trained in vital health and safety
skills.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1) American Red Cross Month Proclamation
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Attachment 1
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“American Red Cross Month”
WHEREAS, the American Red Cross was founded in 1881 by Clara Barton and this year marks their 145th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, the American Red Cross is a leading volunteer agency chartered and authorized by Congress to act in times of need, and provides
compassionate assistance to people afflicted by personal, local, or national disasters; and
WHEREAS, the volunteers, blood and platelet donors, and supporters shine a beacon of hope in people’s darkest hours —whether it’s delivering
shelter, food, and comfort during disasters; providing a safe, lifesaving blood supply for patients facing conditions like cancer treatments, childbirth
complications, and traumatic injuries; assisting military members, veterans, and their families with 24/7 global support; or empowering individuals
with skills like first aid and CPR that save lives; and
WHEREAS, with 2,223 volunteers in Alameda County, the American Red Cross assisted or responded to 141 disasters, assisting 286 families; and
through the Sound the Alarm program, the American Red Cross installed 1,104 smoke alarms, making 300 homes safer; and
WHEREAS, Alameda County residents donated 33,104 units of lifesaving blood; hosted 1,165 blood drives; trained 18,914 citizens in first aid, CPR,
AED, and aquatics; provided case services to 323 military members and their families; and provided humanitarian aid internationally; and
WHEREAS, for over 100 years, United States presidents have called on the American people to support the American Red Cross and its humanitarian
mission and those who selflessly answer the call to help, whenever and wherever it is needed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby proclaim March 2026 as American Red Cross Month
in the City of Dublin and thanks the American Red Cross for their invaluable work and efforts not only in our community, but around the country.
DATED: March 24, 2026
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