A proclamation is a formal, official public announcement made by the mayor on behalf of the City of Boise. A proclamation can serve various purposes, including, but not limited to, announcing official status, establishing policies, or recognizing achievements, persons, organizations, milestones, or events. Some proclamations are ceremonial in nature. Ceremonial Proclamations are honorary, subject to change, and are not legally binding.
The City of Boise accepts requests for ceremonial proclamations. Requests are approved on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the mayor and her staff. Ceremonial proclamations are signed by the mayor and provided by the city to Boise residents to recognize, honor, and celebrate people, achievements, events, landmarks and issues.
If you, or your organization, are interested in a ceremonial proclamation from the City of Boise, please use the form below, and allow up to one month (30 business days) for review of your request. Upon review, a city staff member will get back to you should your request move forward.
Requirements for Ceremonial Proclamations
- Please provide the required date the proclamation is needed by.
- All ceremonial proclamation must be submitted at least 30-days before and no more than 60-days before the event to allow for approval and final document production.
- Annual proclamations will not be automatically renewed. Requests must be made on an annual basis.
- Ceremonial proclamations should reflect inclusiveness and recognize that the strength of our democracy is our diversity. It must not take sides in matters of political, ideological, or religious controversy, or individual convictions.
- Ceremonial proclamations must have citywide significance.
- Ceremonial proclamations should support a local group and/or event that is part of a nationally recognized event.
- Ceremonial proclamations may not support a commercial for profit activity.
- This form must be filled out completely or your request will not be processed.