Resolution Page 1 of 2
Rev: 7/27/2023
RESOLUTION NO. 23-9299
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA,
STATING SUPPORT FOR UNITED AGAINST HATE
WHEREAS, all human life is precious and deserving of liberty and freedom; WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clara stands for diversity, belonging, and respect for all, irrespective of race, ethnicity, disability, gender i dentity, sexual orientation, religion, soci oeconomic status, immigration status, country of origin, or any other characteristic ; WHEREAS, the number of hate crimes across the nation has increased dramatically over the recent which has impacted Santa Clarans and our communities across the United States; WHEREAS, recent international conflicts have increased Antisemitic, Islamophobic, and xenophobic rhetoric;
WHEREAS, communities co ntinue to experience sexist, homophobic, and other bigoted views emboldened by hate groups and individuals ;
WHEREAS, Santa Clarans are deeply affected by the killing of innocent people anywhere in the world and, as a community, we stand for peace;
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clara stands U nited Against Hate, and rejects hatred, prejudice, racism, sexism, bigotry, bullying, or violence in any manner directed toward any individual or group; WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clara is deeply committed to inclusivity, and adopted Ordinance No. 1899 on November 13, 2012, to protect and safeguard the right and opportunity of all persons to be free from all forms of discrimination;
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clara strives to build a safe and equitable community which values all community members and residents , regardless of where they w ere born, how they look, what language they speak, how they worship, who they love, their abilities, or how they vote; and WHEREAS, the United Against Hate campaign embodies the City’s collective commitment to foster an environment in which all Santa Clarans can live, work, and flourish without hatred. //
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SANTA CLARA AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the City of Santa Clara will join other cities, counties, and municipalities in the San Francisco Bay Area and the rest of the nation in recognizing the United Against Hate campaign as an important reminder to support welcoming and inclusive practices that aim to unite the community and celebrate diversity.
2. That the City of Santa Clara does hereby commit to fighting injustice and intolerance, standing against lslamophobic, Antisemitic, and xenophobic rhetoric and attacks, and hereby joins United Against Hate to further state our commitment in Santa Clara to build a community for all people regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity , age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, class, or other backgrounds .
3. Effective date . This resolution shall become effective immediately.
I HEREBY CERTIFY THE FOREGOING TO BE A TRUE COPY OF A RESOLUTION PASSED
AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY OF SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA, AT A SPECIAL MEETING THEREOF HELD ON THE 19TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2023, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: COUNCILORS:
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ABSTAINED: COUNCILORS:
Attachments incorporated by reference : None
Resolution
Rev: 7/27/2023
Chahal, Hardy, Jain, Park, and Watanabe, and Mayor
Gillmor
None
Becker
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NORA PIMENTEL, MMC
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
CITY OF SANTA CLARA