Minutes – Special Meeting – 06.28.23 Page 1 of 2
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING
City Council of the Town of Colma
Colma Community Center
1520 Hillside Boulevard
Colma, CA 94014
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
11:00 A.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor del Rosario called the meeting to order at 11:03 a.m.
Council Present – Mayor Joanne F. del Rosario, Vice Mayor John Irish Goodwin, and Council Member Carrie Slaughter were present. Council Members Ken Gonzalez and Helen Fisicaro were absent.
Staff Present – City Manager Brian Dossey, Chief of Police John Munsey, Director of Public Works Brad Donohue, Police Commander Sherwin Lum, Recreation Services Manager Angelika Abellana, City Clerk Caitlin Corley and Administrative Technician Abigail Dometita were in attendance.
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS
Mayor del Rosario welcomed special guests:
• Marilyn Hollinger, San Mateo County LGBTQ Commissioner • Tanya Beat, Director of the LGBTQ Commission
• Felicia Leong, CEO of the Colma Daly City Chamber of Commerce • Rebecca Husted, President of the Colma Daly City Chamber of Commerce • Monica DeVincenzi, Colma Daly City Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors • Mike Guingona, San Mateo County Community College District Board of Directors
PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF PRIDE MONTH
Mayor del Rosario stated, “Pride is a time to reflect on the hardships the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community has endured and to celebrate the triumphs of trailblazing individuals who have bravely fought — and continue to fight — for full equality. Pride is both a communal celebration of visibility and a personal celebration of self- worth and dignity. This Pride Month, we recognize the valuable contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals in our community and everywhere, and we reaffirm our commitment to standing in solidarity with LGBTQ+ Americans in their ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice.
Mayor del Rosario then read a proclamation in recognition of Pride Month. San Mateo County LGBTQ Commissioner Marilyn Hollinger accepted the proclamation and make remarks.
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RAISING OF THE PRIDE FLAG
Colma Police Officers raised the LGBTQ Progress Pride Flag.
REMARKS BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
Mayor del Rosario asked if any members of the public wished to speak; there were no requests to speak.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor del Rosario adjourned the meeting at 11:13 a.m. and invited everyone to stay for coffee and treats.
Respectfully submitted,
Caitlin Corley
City Clerk