PROCLAMATION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTATI
PROCLAMING NOVEMBER 2, 2025 AS TRANSGENDER DAY OF
REMEMBERANCE
WHEREAS, the City of Cotati recognizes that one of its greatest strengths is the diversity of its people and has a long-standing tradition of upholding the dignity of the individual; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cotati supports equal treatment for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression; and ensures that acts of discrimination and hatred will not be tolerated; and
WHEREAS, members of the transgender community contribute to the growing diversity and prosperity of our community; and
WHEREAS, transgender persons, particularly transgender people of color, continue to face high levels of discrimination, stigma, and bias that can fuel abuse and violence against their community; and
WHEREAS, Transgender Day of Remembrance helps bring public awareness to antitransgender hate crimes and honors the memory of those hurt and killed by acts of antitransgender violence each year; and WHEREAS, our residents are encouraged to observe this day and to honor the lives we have lost because of senseless violence against transgender people, as we move forward together in the promotion of acceptance and understanding.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED on this day of October 28, 2025, that the City Council of the City of Cotati hereby proclaims November 2, 2025 as Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Approved:_____________________________
Mayor