I hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall, City of Harker Heights, Texas, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the 15th of September 2026, by 5:00 p.m. and remained posted for at least three continuous business days preceding the scheduled date of said meeting. Julie Helsham City Secretary This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 254-953- 5600, or FAX 254-953-5614, or email jhelsham@harkerheights.gov for further information. Pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Government Code the City Council reserves the right to go into Closed Meeting on any item listed above if deemed necessary. Note: On occasion the City Council may consider agenda items out of order. Proclamation Whereas, Hispanic Americans can trace their roots back centuries to indigenous peoples and settlers of the New World who were on this continent long before the founding of our nation; and Whereas, Millions of Hispanic people have come to the United States from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba and other Caribbean regions, Central and South America and Spain creating and enriching our American culture; and Whereas, Honoring Hispanic heritage nationally began in 1968 when President Lyndon B. Johnson proclaimed Hispanic Heritage Week; Twenty years later, President Ronald Reagan expanded the honor proclaiming the first Hispanic Heritage Month in 1988; and Whereas, Today, we celebrate the gifts of Hispanic culture which offers a rich heritage, a deep commitment to family and community, a strong work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit and an unwavering belief in the American Dream; and Whereas, 2026 honors the theme, “Together, we are more,” to reflect on Hispanic American’s service and contributions to the history of our Nation; and Whereas, Hispanic Heritage Month is a call to action to reaffirm our respect, appreciation and support for Hispanic Americans and to ensure that they, like all Americans, are afforded the same rights, privileges and advantages to pursue their dreams; and Whereas, the City of Harker Heights is a dynamic, diverse and determined city because of the strong influences of many cultures including the Hispanic culture that we pay special tribute to this month. Now therefore, I, Michael Blomquist, Mayor of the City of Harker Heights do hereby proclaim September 15 through October 15, 2026, a month of celebration for: “Hispanic Heritage Month” In Witness Thereof, I have set my hand and have affixed the Seal of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, this 22nd Day of September 2026. Michael D. Blomquist, Mayor City of Harker Heights AGENDA ITEM #IV.1. PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, October is recognized as Fire Prevention Month, providing an opportunity to promote fire safety, prevent fires, and encourage families to develop and pra

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