Dated: June 8, 2022
IN RECOGNITION OF JUNE AS LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH
June 8, 2022
WHEREAS, Pride Month is a time to recall the trials the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) community has endured and to rejoice in the triumphs of trailblazing individuals who have bravely fought – and continue to fight – for full equality; and WHEREAS, this month commemorates the events of June 1969 when an uprising was staged in New York City at the Stonewall Inn against the police harassment of LGBTQ+ persons; and
WHEREAS, patrons and supporters of the Stonewall Inn in New York City resisted police harassment that had become all too common for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Out of this resistance, the LGBTQ+ rights movement in America was born; and, WHEREAS, during LGBTQ+ Pride Month, we recognize the resilience and determination of the many individuals who are fighting to live freely and authentically. In doing so, they are opening hearts and minds, and laying the foundation for a more just and equitable America; and
WHEREAS, the LGBTQ+ community has worked tirelessly for respect and equality.
Their battles have been fought in the courts, from marriage equality to demanding equal protection under the law; and
WHEREAS, as we celebrate and declare June as Pride Month in California, we are reminded of what makes California great – our remarkable capacity to live together and advance together across every conceivable difference; and
WHEREAS, in South San Francisco we celebrate and support our LGBTQ+ community’s right to live their lives out loud – during Pride Month and every month. As we celebrate Pride Month across the State of California, we must continue to demand equal rights for all.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of South San Francisco do hereby proclaim June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month by flying the Intersex-Inclusive Pride Progress flag at the South San Francisco City Hall in addition to lighting up Sign Hill Tree with rainbow colors. We affirm our obligation to uphold the dignity of all people, and dedicate ourselves to protecting the more vulnerable among us.
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Mark Nagales, Mayor
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Buenaflor Nicolas, Vice Mayor
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Mark Addiego, Councilmember
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James Coleman, Councilmember
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Eddie Flores, Councilmember