Title
Approving designating Veterans Day as an official City of Pflugerville holiday.
Summary
Veterans Day is not recognized as a city holiday in the City of Pflugerville. Veterans Day as a holiday holds significant importance by honoring and recognizing the sacrifices and service of military veterans who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation's freedoms and values. The City of Pflugerville is recognized by the We Hire Vets program as about 14% of city employees identify as veterans. By designating this day as a city holiday, residents and city employees can actively show their appreciation and respect for veterans.
The current official City of Pflugerville holidays are:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Presidents' Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving (2 days)
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Prior City Council Action
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Recommended Action
Approve to make Veterans Day an official City of Pflugerville holiday.