Proclamation Request

The Mayor receives hundreds of requests for Mayoral Proclamations each year. Here are a few guidelines if you would like to request one.

• The request must be made in writing with a minimum of two weeks advance notice
• You must include contact information - name, phone number, email address
• You must Include:
  • Facts about the subject matter
  • Specific title of proclamation
  • Date proclamation is needed
  • Name and brief description for the event
  • Requested proclamation language
• Proclamations need to be picked up from City Hall. Proclamations will not be mailed.

Policy:

• City of Tulsa has the right to deny requests
• Proclamation may be edited
• Person making request should be a citizen of Tulsa (unless approved by Mayor)
• Proclamations are to recognize:
  • an organization's event or special action
  • an extraordinary achievement
  • public awareness campaigns
  • arts and cultural celebrations
  • certain events or causes which positively impact the community and conveys an affirmative message to residents
  • groundbreaking/business openings
  • Organizations may only request one proclamation annually
• Proclamations are ceremonial (no legislative or legal value)

Proclamations will NOT be issued for:

• Political matters
• Controversial issues
• Events or organizations with no direct relationship to the city
• For profit
• Business endorsement
• Letters of Congratulations, including:
  • Retirements
  • Birthdays
  • Wedding /Wedding Anniversaries
  • Deceased persons
  • Religious events or celebrations
  • Family/Class reunions

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