Columbia County board proclaims June as Pride Month; recognizes Juneteenth

Jun 10, 2026

The Board read and adopted proclamations recognizing June 2026 as Pride Month and June 19 as Juneteenth; supervisors read historical context and invited residents to participate in observances.

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Supervisor Mike Dortek read a proclamation declaring June 2026 as Pride Month in Columbia County, praising the county's commitment to dignity, equality and inclusion for LGBTQIA+ residents and encouraging community celebration and education. The proclamation cited the Stonewall uprising and reaffirmed the county's interest in addressing discrimination and access to services.

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