Mayor Jaime Arroyo Proclaims September 15–October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month

Mayor Jaime Arroyo has proclaimed September 15–October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Lancaster.

“The City of Lancaster has a significant number of residents whose families originate from Puerto Rico and countries such as the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Colombia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries” reads Mayor Arroyo’s proclamation.

Hispanic residents make up more than 40% of the population of Lancaster City. Mayor Arroyo, elected in 2025, serves as the first Latino mayor in the City’s nearly 300-year history.

Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 Proclamation (PDF)