HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation - Independent Media Week 2026 CITY OF
ASHLAND
A Proclamation in honor of Independent Media Week 2026
WHEREAS, an informed citizenry is a cornerstone of democracy; and
WHEREAS, an informed citizenry depends on unrestrained press,which provides
greater access to information, more points of view, and greater diversity of thought;
and
WHEREAS, the trend toward the consolidation of media ownership has resulted in
journalistic practices that hinder public awareness by excluding or marginalizing
minority and dissenting viewpoints; and
WHEREAS, fewer media voices can result in homogenized messaging and the
silencing of many points of view; and
WHEREAS, the First Amendment to the US Constitution guarantees freedom of the
press, protecting media from government censorship.
NOW,THEREFORE, I,Tonya Graham, Mayor of the City of Ashland, Oregon, on behalf of
the City Council, do hereby proclaim the week of April 12-18 as INDEPENDENT MEDIA
WEEK and encourage all citizens to seek out and explore the rich diversity of
independent media available within,and to our community.
Dated this 7th day of April 2026
Tonya Graham, Mayor
Alissa Kolodzinski,City Recorder