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Emeryville proclaims Juneteenth and Haitian Flag Day; Bay Area Black Fashion Expo accepts Juneteenth recognition
Summary
The Emeryville City Council proclaimed June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth Freedom Day and recognized May 18, 2026 as Haitian Flag Day at its June 16 meeting; a representative from the Bay Area Black Fashion Expo accepted the Juneteenth proclamation and invited the community to a Friday event.
The Emeryville City Council read and approved proclamations recognizing Juneteenth Freedom Day and Haitian Flag Day during its June 16 meeting.
Councilmember Courtney Welsh read a proclamation declaring June 19, 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day in Emeryville, highlighting the holiday’s history and its significance in celebrating Black culture and achievements. Moné McCants accepted the proclamation on behalf of her mother, Mika McCants, founder of the Bay Area Black Fashion Expo, and thanked the council for the recognition.
Moné McCants described the Expo as a growing event that "brings together thousands of people each year" and extended an invitation for the community to attend a Bay Street event on Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Councilmember Prior Forest read a proclamation recognizing May 18, 2026 as Haitian Flag Day and several members of the public and council spoke in support, noting Haiti’s historical significance and the contribution of the Haitian diaspora to local culture. Public commenters expressed gratitude and connected Haitian Flag Day to broader themes of solidarity and shared history.
Both proclamations were presented as ceremonial recognitions and do not carry regulatory effect. The council applauded the community organizations involved and encouraged public participation in related events.
