Proclamations by Fitchburg Common Council 3-10-26

The Fitchburg Common Council held a meeting on March 10, 2026, during which they issued proclamations recognizing March as Women's History Month and Red Cross Month. The Women's History Month proclamation highlighted the vital contributions of women in various sectors and emphasized the city's commitment to advancing gender equality and opposing legislation that undermines women's rights. The Red Cross Month proclamation honored the humanitarian efforts of the American Red Cross in Fitchburg, including disaster relief, blood drives, and support for military families. A Red Cross volunteer spoke about ongoing cooperation with the city, including initiatives like installing free smoke detectors to reduce residential fires and promoting CPR training to improve cardiac arrest survival rates. The meeting underscored community resilience and public safety through partnerships and advocacy.