Sebastian mayor proclaims Sept. 11, 2026 as Patriot Day at 25th remembrance ceremony

Mayor Fred Jones read a city proclamation declaring Sept. 11, 2026, Patriot Day in Sebastian and asked residents to "observe a moment of silence to honor the innocent victims who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks of 9 11." The proclamation, read aloud during the city's 25th remembrance ceremony, emphasized national unity and the role of public service in the years after the attacks.

Jones tied the commemoration to a local call to action, urging citizens to pass on lessons to younger generations. "We pause to remember the innocent lives lost on 09/11/2001," he said, and added that communities should "teach our children and grandchildren" the meaning of the day so future generations understand the events and the national response. The mayor closed his remarks with "God bless America. God bless The United States Of America."