2026-2450RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2450
A resolution recognizing August 11, 2026, as Carrie Jacobs-Bond Day in the City of
Janesville.
WHEREAS, Carrie Minetta Jacobs‑Bond was born in Janesville on August 11, 1862, in her
maternal grandparents’ home at the corner of Pleasant Street (now Court Street) and Oakhill
Avenue; and
WHEREAS, she demonstrated remarkable musical ability from an early age and persevered
through significant personal hardship, including poverty, the loss of family members, and the
challenge of supporting herself and her son; and
WHEREAS, through determination and creative talent, Carrie Jacobs‑Bond became one of
America’s most influential early songwriters, publishing more than 170 pieces of music from the
1890s through the early 1940s; and
WHEREAS, in 1896, she founded her own sheet‑music publishing company, becoming the first
woman in the United States to own and publish her own songs; and
WHEREAS, her works, including “I Love You Truly” and “A Perfect Day,” achieved national
acclaim, with “I Love You Truly” becoming one of the first songs by a woman to sell over one
million copies; and
WHEREAS, she performed for several U.S. presidents and entertained American soldiers in
Europe during World War I, further demonstrating her cultural impact and service to the nation;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Janesville has honored her legacy through monuments in Bond Park and
a memorial at 402 E. Milwaukee Street, recognizing her deep historical ties to the community;
and
WHEREAS, Carrie Jacobs‑Bond’s life exemplifies resilience, innovation, and artistic
achievement, culminating in her induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970; and
WHEREAS, the City of Janesville takes pride in residents who distinguish themselves in
culturally significant ways and seeks to recognize contributions that have shaped both local and
national history;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of Janesville
hereby recognizes August 11, 2026, as Carrie Jacobs‑Bond Day, encouraging residents to learn
about and celebrate her achievements, legacy, and lasting contributions to American music and
the Janesville community.
Dated this 10th day of August 2026.
ADOPTED: August 10, 2026
APPROVED:
Shambeau, Interim City Manager
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Rae Stottler, City Clerk-Treasurer
Klimczyk, City Attorney
Proposed by: City Manager’s Office
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Jay Shambeau (Aug 12, 2026 15:42:27 CDT)
2026-2450 ESIGN
Final Audit Report 2026-08-14
Created:2026-08-12
By:Elizabeth Lopez (lopeze@janesvillewi.gov)
Status:Signed
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