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Walnut Creek proclaims Gun Violence Awareness Day, presents outdoor dining award and swears in Measure O oversight member
Summary
Mayor Kevin Wilk issued a proclamation declaring June 6, 2026, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day; Kathy Maloney of Moms Demand Action accepted and spoke about local prevention programs. The council also swore in Pete Southerland to the Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee and accepted an economic development award for the city’s outdoor dining program.
Mayor Kevin Wilk read a proclamation declaring June 6, 2026, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day, citing national statistics on gun deaths and injuries and urging evidence‑based local prevention. He invited Kathy Maloney, who identified herself as president of the End Gun Violence Club of Rossmore and a member of Moms Demand Action, to accept the proclamation; Maloney thanked the council and highlighted local community violence prevention programs and county health initiatives that have supported youth clubs.
The council then administered the oath of office to Pete Southerland for the Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee. Southerland introduced himself as a retired teacher and longtime resident who looks forward to serving on the committee.
Duane Allman, introduced as an economic development manager from Alameda and a board member of the California association described in the presentation, presented a Merit Award recognizing Walnut Creek’s outdoor dining pods program, calling out the city’s interdepartmental collaboration and a $100,000 fund used to support parklets and permitted outdoor dining structures.
Quote: “This award recognizes the city of Walnut Creek’s partnership with Walnut Creek Downtown resulting in strengthening downtown vitality by enhancing the pedestrian experience,” the presenter said.
What’s next: The proclamation was accepted, the new committee member was sworn in, and the award presentation concluded with a photo opportunity.
