Proclamations are approved by the Newberg Mayor and are used to recognizes a specified date or dates and the efforts of various community groups and individuals.  

Organizations, citizens, or councilors may request proclamations that declare a specified date or dates to recognize the efforts of various community groups and individuals. Upon receipt, the city recorder will notify the mayor of the request. Upon the approval of the mayor, the city recorder will prepare the proclamation for the mayor’s signature. At the discretion of the mayor, a proclamation will be read at the council meeting and presented or mailed to the requesting organization or group.