HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-08 Celebrating High Five Access Media's 40th Anniversary____________________________
Proclamation No. 0 , Series of 2025
CELEBRATING HIGH FIVE ACCESS MEDIA’S 40th ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS,the free exchange of ideas and information strengthens our community, helping
neighbors understand one another and build shared values;
WHEREAS,community media gives every resident a platform to tell their story, listen to others, and
shape the local narrative together;
WHEREAS,through training, resources, and open access to technology, community media empowers
people to create, share, and engage in ways that enrich civic life;
WHEREAS,community media ensures transparency in local government, fosters participation in
democracy, and preserves an authentic record of our community’s history;
WHEREAS,High Five Access Media’s studio serves as a hub for creativity, civic dialogue, and
collaboration, helping residents learn media skills, produce local content, and connect through shared
storytelling;
WHEREAS, public, education, and government access channels—as well as community radio—
remain essential yet often overlooked parts of our local information ecosystem;
WHEREAS,greater awareness and participation in community media strengthens local identity, civic
pride, and cultural understanding; and
WHEREAS, 2025 marks the 40th anniversary of High Five Access Media, which for four decades has
helped local residents share their voices, stay informed, and participate fully in public life;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Vail Town Council do hereby proclaim that October 20,
2025 as High Five Access Media Day in the Town of Vail, and all residents are encouraged to
celebrate and support the role of community media in sustaining a connected, informed, and engaged
community.
BE IT FURTHER proclaimed that the Town of Vail commends High Five Access Media for 40 years
of dedicated service—broadcasting local government meetings, amplifying community voices,
promoting local culture and events, and providing lifelong access to the tools of modern
communication.
Dated day of October 202 .
Vail Town Council Attest:
Travis Coggin, Mayor Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk