Resolution prepared by Councilmember Vazquez:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
AFFIRMING SUPPORT FOR THE WORLDWIDE CALL FOR AN
IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE IN GAZA
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Ana believes that all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, and religion should be able to live in dignity, freedom, and equality without fear of destruction; and
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Ana condemns the recent rise of Islamophobia, Antisemitism, racist, homophobic, and xenophobic attacks in our city and across the nation; and
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Ana recognizes that a ceasefire, humanitarian aid and good faith diplomacy must occur in order to save lives; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Ana stands for justice for all oppressed peoples.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
RESOLVED that the City of Santa Ana will identify and support local programs that combat Islamophobia, Antisemitism, racism, homophobia and xenophobia; and RESOLVED that the City of Santa Ana joins other cities in calling on our congress members to demand: a permanent ceasefire; the release of all hostages and prisoners; the unrestricted entry of humanitarian assistance into Gaza; the restoration of food, water, electricity, and medical supplies to Gaza; and respect for international law.