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Carlsbad council proclaims June 19 as Juneteenth Day; NAACP leader thanks city
Summary
Councilmember Teresa Acosta read a Juneteenth proclamation and invited Dr. Satya Austin of the North Saint Luke County NAACP to speak on the holiday’s importance and the NAACP’s regional outreach.
Councilmember Teresa Acosta read a proclamation declaring June 19, 2026, Juneteenth Day in Carlsbad and invited Dr. Satya Austin, identified as president of the North Saint Luke County NAACP, to offer remarks.
Acosta said the proclamation recognizes Juneteenth’s historical significance and the contributions of Black and African American communities. Dr. Satya Austin thanked the council and noted the NAACP chapter’s long‑running Juneteenth celebration and its service to 18 North County cities.
The mayor invited the proclamation presenters to the front for a photo. The proclamation and remarks were presented during the ceremonial portion of the meeting and did not require council action beyond the ceremonial acknowledgement.
The council moved on to regular business after the presentation.
