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Athens mayor proclaims March 2026 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Summary
Mayor Steve Patterson read and presented a proclamation declaring March 2026 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, citing the Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities and the theme 'inclusion in the main event.' The proclamation was presented to local advocates Dara and Autumn.
Mayor Steve Patterson declared March 2026 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month for the city of Athens during the weekly update, reading a series of "whereas" statements about local services and inclusion. He presented the proclamation to guests Dara and Autumn and thanked the Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities for its community work.
The proclamation, read aloud by Patterson, said in part: "I, Steve Patterson, the mayor of the great city of Athens, Ohio, do hereby proclaim March 2026 as developmental disabilities awareness month in the city of Athens." The mayor emphasized the month's theme, "inclusion in the main event," and urged residents to recognize the contributions of people with developmental disabilities and local service providers.
Patterson outlined the board's role "in partnership with individuals, families, service providers, and community organizations to support people with developmental disabilities in learning and leading meaningful, inclusive lives." He presented the proclamation to Dara and Autumn and thanked board members for their continued engagement.
The mayor’s proclamation was a ceremonial recognition read during the weekly update; no council vote or formal legislative action was recorded in the update. The city encouraged residents to learn about local programs and inclusion efforts throughout March.
