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Mayor Todd Winters proclaims Nov. 3 as Gardner Gold Special Olympics Day
Summary
Mayor Todd Winters declared Nov. 3, 2025, Gardner Gold Special Olympics Day, recognizing the program’s growth from four athletes in 2003 to nearly 60 today and thanking volunteers and Parks and Recreation for sustaining no-cost athletic opportunities for residents with developmental disabilities.
Mayor Todd Winters proclaimed Nov. 3, 2025, as Gardner Gold Special Olympics Day, honoring a community program that began in 2003 and has expanded from four athletes to nearly 60.
The proclamation, read aloud by Winters, credited Gardner Parks and Recreation, founding members and volunteers for helping the program grow and for keeping it free for participating families. "Whereas Gardner Gold Special Olympics began with 4 athletes in 2003 and has grown to almost 60 athletes," Winters said as he read the proclamation.
The mayor urged residents to continue supporting the program’s volunteers and fundraisers, noting that community groups such as Kiwanis and Rotary contribute to keeping services local. A council member who spoke about Gardner Gold emphasized its inclusive activities beyond sports — holiday events and social gatherings — and encouraged donations and volunteer participation.
The proclamation does not commit city funds or new policy; it is a ceremonial recognition of the program’s 22nd anniversary and community value. The council acknowledged the proclamation and moved on to additional presentations and routine business.
Next steps: the council received the proclamation during its regular meeting and did not record any follow-up actions or funding votes related to the program during the session.
