Memorandum
Date: March 3, 2026
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Board of Supervisors
Subject: Presentation of Proclamation Designating March 8th, 2026 as International Women’s Day in Lake County
Executive Summary:
DESIGNATING MARCH 8TH, 2026
AS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, women play a vital role in worldwide social, economic, cultural and political development; and
WHEREAS, women continue to struggle against discrimination whether it is a barrier to education, a pay gap at work, higher premiums for health insurance, inadequate options for family leave, or physical or sexual abuse or violence; and
WHEREAS, International Women’s Day has been observed since the early 1900’s, a time of great unrest and critical debate amongst women concerning oppression and inequality, spurring women to become more vocal and active in campaigning for change; and
WHEREAS, March 8th is International Women’s Day; a day to celebrate the collective power of women - past, present, and future; and
WHEREAS, International Women’s Day is a day to uphold women’s achievements and contributions, recognize challenges, focus greater attention on women’s rights and gender equality, encourage and mobilize all people to do their part to bring about positive change; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake wishes to take this opportunity to celebrate the diversity of people in our county and to learn from the women of our community about their experiences and aspirations and to use this day to commit ourselves to respect the rights of women to lead secure, creative, healthy, and free lives.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake, does hereby designate that March 8th, 2026 as International Women’s Day in Lake County.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of March, 2026.
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Recommended Action: Presentation of Proclamation Designating March 8th, 2026 as International Women’s Day in Lake County