III.2. Proclamation Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride Month; Baker
CITY OF HOPKINS
City Council Report 2026-054
To: Honorable Mayor Pro Tempore and Council Members
Mike Mornson, City Manager
From: David Baker, Program Specialist
Date: June 2, 2026
Subject: Proclamation for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (Pride Month)
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
MOTION TO adopt a Proclamation for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (Pride Month) in Hopkins,
and to hang Pride flags from every other flagpole along Mainstreet.
OVERVIEW
Each June, Pride Month is celebrated across the country as a recognition of the
LGBTQIA+ community and its contributions to society, culture, public service, and civic
life. Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate diversity, promote understanding, and
reaffirm the importance of ensuring that every resident feels seen, valued, and welcomed.
Of special note this year is the return of Hopkins Pride.
Hopkins Pride is a community based organization focused on fostering inclusion, visibility,
and belonging for LGBTQIA+ residents, families, and allies in Hopkins through events,
outreach, and community partnerships.
A central initiative is this year's family friendly, sober Pride Festival, held on June 14 from
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Downtown Park. The event welcomes all ages and features
local vendors (including our very own Nachos!), community resources, entertainment, and
activities designed to promote connection, celebration, and a safe, inclusive environment.
Through collaboration with the City of Hopkins, local businesses, schools, and community
organizations, Hopkins Pride works to strengthen community connection and ensure
Hopkins remains a welcoming city for all residents.
Tonight, the City of Hopkins is proud to recognize Pride Month and honor the many
contributions of LGBTQIA+ community members to our shared civic life. Starting June 3,
City staff will hang Pride Progress flags alternating with the American flag along
Mainstreet.
SUPPORTING INFORMATION
Proclamation for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (Pride Month)
Administration
A Proclamation Celebrating
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (Pride Month)
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins is committed to fostering a community that values dignity,
respect, and equal opportunity for all residents; and
WHEREAS, Pride Month is observed each June to recognize the history, achievements,
and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other LGBTQIA+
individuals and communities; and
WHEREAS, LGBTQIA+ individuals have contributed meaningfully to civic life, education,
business, public service, healthcare, the arts, and countless other fields that strengthen
our community; and
WHEREAS, Pride Month also acknowledges the continuing importance of promoting
understanding, inclusion, safety, and equal treatment for people of all identities and
backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins believes that a welcoming and inclusive community
benefits all residents and helps create a city where everyone can live openly and
authentically; and
NOW THEREFORE, I, Brian Hunke, Mayor Pro Tempore of the City of Hopkins in the
State of Minnesota, along with my fellow Council Members, recognize, adopt, and
proclaim June 2026 as Pride Month in the City of Hopkins, and remind all residents that
celebrating diversity strengthens the social and civic fabric of our community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set
my hand and caused the Seal of the City of
Hopkins, Minnesota to be affixed this 2nd day of
June, 2026.
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Brian Hunke, Mayor Pro Tempore