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San Ramon proclaims June 2026 LGBTQ+ Pride Month, honors PFLAG leader
Summary
The City Council issued a Pride Month proclamation and presented it to Anurraha (Anu) Gupta of PFLAG Danville/San Ramon Valley; council members affirmed the city's inclusivity and local partners were acknowledged.
The San Ramon City Council on June 9 proclaimed June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month and presented the proclamation to Anurraha (Anu) Gupta, president of PFLAG Danville/San Ramon Valley.
Mayor Armstrong read the proclamation, which affirms the city’s commitment to nondiscrimination and urges residents to support LGBTQ+ community members. Gupta accepted the document on behalf of local partners, including the San Ramon Valley Diversity Coalition, Discovery Counseling Center and others, and described the proclamation as "lifesaving" for LGBTQ youth, citing bullying and elevated suicide risk.
Council members echoed the proclamation’s message. Vice Mayor Rubio said the city should make everyone feel "seen, heard and accepted"; other council members noted the flag‑raising and thanked community organizations for their work.
No council action was required on this ceremonial item.
