Title
Special Recognition - Proclamation Recognizing Public Service Employees Month
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Recognize the employees of the City of Olympia for their service during national Public Service Recognition Week, Professional Municipal Clerk Week, Economic Development Week, National Police Week, Emergency Medica Services Week, and National Public Works Week.
Report
Issue:
Whether to recognize the employees of the City of Olympia for their service during national Public Service Recognition Week, Professional Municipal Clerk Week, National Police Week, Emergency Medical Services Week, and National Public Works Week.
Staff Contact:
Stacey Ray, Assistant City Manager, 360.753.8046
Presenter(s):
Jay Burney, City Manager, City Manager’s Office, 360.753.8740
Background and Analysis:
Since 1985, the first week of May has been celebrated as Public Service Recognition Week. The employees of the City of Olympia work each day to deliver essential services to residents and to take on the most important and formidable challenges facing our City. They do this, and much more, with dedication, ingenuity, and a strong sense of commitment to the well-being of the City. In 2026, Public Service Recognition Week is celebrated on May 3-9.
Through the month of May, several groups of public servants are also honored, and we wish to call out City employees who serve the community in those fields:
• Professional Municipal Clerk Week is May 3-9, 2026
• Economic Development Week is May 4-9, 2026
• National Police Week is May 10-16, 2026
• Emergency Medical Services Week is May 17-23, 2026
• National Public Works Week is May 17-23, 2026
We also recognize that the City of Olympia is home to the largest body of state government employees in Washington, and their service to the state and contributions to the City enrich the livability and vitality of both. We honor their service during Public Service Recognition Week and beyond.
We also acknowledge those serving the public at the Federal level, whose work, value, and contributions are respected and honored.
Climate Analysis:
This is not expected to impact any of the climate mitigation sectors.
Equity Analysis:
Public service and public servants reflect the full diversity of our community and our nation. Historically, since the early 20th Century, public sector jobs, have provided stead, valuable work for people of color.
Financial Impact:
No financial impact.
Attachments:
Proclamation