The Los Angeles City Council on Sept. 5 recognized the 100th anniversary of the Shrine Auditorium and presented a resolution thanking the Al Malika Shriners for their longtime community work.

Councilmember Curren Price, who represents Council District 9, opened the presentation in the council chamber, calling the auditorium “an architectural gem” and a center of community life. Price introduced Dario Emboia, the leader of the Al Malika Shriners, who spoke about the group’s plans for renovations, a nonprofit museum and opening the auditorium for tours.

“The Shrine Auditorium is more than just a building. It’s a landmark,” Emboia said, describing the organization’s partnerships with neighborhood councils, schools, first responders and nonprofits and noting the Shriners’ work supporting Shriners Children’s Hospitals.

Councilmember Monica Rodriguez, who had a turn on the dais during the presentation, recalled the Auditorium’s role in events and civic life and thanked the Shriners for their “selflessness” and community service.

The council presented a resolution honoring the centennial and thanked the Al Malika Shriners for their charitable programs including scholarship awards, community giveaways and the transport fund that helps families access specialized pediatric care. Council members invited attendees to a reception following the presentation.

The presentation was ceremonial; no council action beyond the resolution presentation was recorded in the transcript.