HomeMy WebLinkAboutDuane L. Montgomery Day in Jefferson County, Washington PROCLAMATION
Duane L. Montgomery Day in Jefferson County, Washington
WHEREAS, Jefferson County honors the educators, mentors, artists, and community builders whose
service has strengthened the lives of students, families, and communities across generations; and
WHEREAS, Duane L. Montgomery served Chimacum students and the greater Jefferson County
community as a teacher, band director, coach, mentor, and builder of school and community spirit from
1954 to 1985; and
WHEREAS, Duane Montgomery and his wife, Mary Lou Montgomery, came to Chimacum as
teachers in 1954, and through their leadership, music became a formal and lasting part of the Chimacum
school experience; and
WHEREAS, Duane Montgomery founded and developed the Chimacum Band and Chimacum
Marching Band, creating a tradition of musical excellence, student pride, and community participation that
became known throughout Jefferson County; and
WHEREAS, Mary Lou Montgomery also made a lasting contribution to Chimacum students as a
general music teacher, chorus director, drama club director, and inspiration to generations of young people;
and
WHEREAS, Duane Montgomery wrote the Chimacum Alma Mater in 1955, still sung today, which
begins, "In the valley near the water/ stands our alma mater," and reminds students, alumni, staff, and
families of their home on the Salish Sea at the foot of the Olympic Mountains; and
WHEREAS, the Chimacum High School Auditorium, constructed as part of the 1959 high school
project, has long been associated with Duane Montgomery's vision and leadership and has been
remembered in the community as the "House that Duane Built;" and
WHEREAS, the Chimacum School District Board of Directors adopted a Resolution on
May 27, 2026, renaming the Chimacum High School Auditorium as the Montgomery Auditorium in honor
of Duane L. Montgomery and the enduring legacy of the Montgomery family; and
WHEREAS, the Chimacum music program and marching band continue to carry forward this
legacy, including through the band's upcoming participation in the Washington, D.C. parade in July 2026
honoring the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States; and
WHEREAS, on June 4, 2026, Chimacum School District will hold a dedication celebration for the
Montgomery Auditorium, honoring Duane and Mary Lou Montgomery, their descendants, Chimacum
alumni, student musicians, and the community traditions connected to the auditorium; and
WHEREAS, Duane Montgomery's legacy continues in the lives of students, alumni, educators,
musicians, and families whose love of music, school pride, and community connection were shaped by his
service;
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED THAT that the Jefferson County Board of County
Commissioners hereby proclaim June 4, 2026, as
Duane L. Montgomery Day in Jefferson County, Washington
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners encourages
all County residents to join in honoring the life, service, music, and enduring community legacy of Duane L.
Montgomery and the Montgomery family.
PROCLAIMED this Pt day of June, 2026.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Heidi Eisenhour, Commissioner District 2
DATE: June 1, 2026
RE: PROCLAMATION: June 4th as Duane L. Montgomery Day in Jefferson County
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
Duane L. Montgomery served Chimacum students and the greater Jefferson County community
as a teacher, band director, coach, mentor, and builder of school and community spirit from 1954
to 1985. The Chimacum School District Board of Directors adopted a Resolution on May 27,
2026, renaming the Chimacum High School Auditorium as the Montgomery Auditorium in
honor of Duane L. Montgomery and the enduring legacy of the Montgomery family; and the
Chimacum music program and marching band continue to carry forward this legacy, including
through the band's upcoming participation in the Washington, D.C. parade in July 2026 honoring
the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States; and on June 4, 2026, Chimacum
School District will hold a dedication celebration for the Montgomery Auditorium, honoring
Duane and Mary Lou Montgomery, their descendants, Chimacum alumni, student musicians, and
the community traditions connected to the auditorium.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact.
RECOMMENDATION:
Read and adopt the proclamation and hear from Chimacum School District re: Mr.
Montgomery's contribution to Chimacum School District.
REVIEWED BY:
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