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New Albany proclaims June Pride Month; Pride New Albany outlines monthlong events
Summary
Mayor Solange Spaulding read a proclamation recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in New Albany. Sue Thompson of Pride New Albany accepted the proclamation and outlined community events including a Farmer’s Market presence, tile hunt and a run/walk.
Mayor Solange Spaulding read a proclamation declaring June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in New Albany and formally recognized Pride New Albany’s work promoting inclusion and non‑discrimination.
The proclamation cited the 1970 origins of pride marches and federal proclamations recognizing June as Pride Month. "We see you. We value you. We welcome you," Pride New Albany president Sue Thompson told the council after accepting the proclamation, calling the city’s declaration a meaningful affirmation for residents and families.
Thompson, who identified herself as president of Pride New Albany, said the organization will be visible around the city this month: a booth at the farmer’s market (Thursday the 18th), a sixth annual tile hunt with clues posted on social media, a run/walk that begins and ends at BrewDog, and a new social event later in June. She invited residents to find event details on Pride New Albany’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
Mayor Spaulding thanked Pride New Albany for its leadership and noted the proclamation as part of the city’s efforts to make residents feel welcome. Council members praised the organization’s visibility and inclusive approach.
The proclamation does not create a new city program or funding; it records the council’s symbolic recognition and supports outreach by the community organization. Pride New Albany offered to provide a calendar of events to the city and said its volunteers will also help with voter registration at the market.
Council did not take formal action beyond adoption of the proclamation; the group’s listed events are community‑organized and residents should consult Pride New Albany’s official channels for schedules and locations.
