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Mayor's Office of Communications
Ceremonial Documents Policies And Procedures
Phone: 409-643-5902
E-Mail: cmccall@texascitytx.gov
TYPES OF DOCUMENTS
- Proclamation
- Letter of Welcome
- Certificate of Appreciation
- Certificate of Recognition
- Mayor's Lighthouse Award
Proclamation
A proclamation is an official city document signed by both the Mayor and the City Secretary that proclaims a day in honor of a significant person, event, occasion, or cause. Proclamations will have the official city seal affixed to it. Some examples are listed, but not limited to only those below.
- Municipal / Civic celebrations
- Significant events of Texas City based organizations or companies
- Charitable events or fundraisers benefiting citizens of the city of Texas City
- Retirements
- Awareness day / week / month
Proclamation Guidelines
- Must be requested at least 14 days prior to event
- Subject must be a Texas City resident or an event / cause benefitting the citizens of Texas City
- Significant Birthdays of 75 and beyond (5 year intervals, and ANY year beyond 90)
- Special events or anniversaries of Texas City based organizations or companies. Groups outside of Texas City that benefit our citizenry may be considered.
- Significant clergy and house of worship anniversaries (5 year intervals at 10 years and beyond)
- Significant wedding anniversaries (5 year intervals at 40 years and beyond)
- Fundraisers / donations of non-profit organizations benefiting citizens of Texas City
- Can be in paragraph or whereas format
Please complete the Proclamation request form.
Letters
A Letter of Welcome is an official document from the City of Texas City that may be issued for a special occasions (mentioned but not limited to):
• Conventions
• Family Reunions
• Major Conferences/Seminars
• Special event or grand opening in the city of Texas City
Certificates
Recognition/Appreciation/Merit: Awarded to individuals or organizations for significant accomplishments and achievements. (mentioned but not limited to)
• Boy/Girl Scout rank promotion
• Scholastic or athletic achievement
• Retirements
• Long term employees
• Job promotions
• Outstanding contributions
• Book releases
• Notable service to community
• Acts of heroism/valor