Dated: October 22, 2025
RECOGNIZING UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK
WHEREAS, the City of South San Francisco stands for diversity, inclusivity, and respect for all, irrespective of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic; and
WHEREAS, united, we strengthen and celebrate our city’s rich tapestry of cultures and perspectives, and we reject hate, discrimination, and violence, aiming for a prejudicefree community while promoting acceptance, respect, tolerance, and unity enabling residents to live, work, and thrive without fear; and
WHEREAS, we endorse the "California vs Hate" coalition's mission to combat hate, prejudice, and intolerance such as xenophobia, anti-Semitism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, anti-Muslim hatred, and other bigoted views by emboldened hate groups and individuals and intolerance from our communities, and encourage communities to report hate incidents to the California vs Hate hotline; and
WHEREAS, by joining with our fellow California cities, we send a resounding message that we are united in our resolve to combat hate, promote acceptance, and call upon all residents, businesses, schools, and organizations to unite against hate, join events, and champion inclusivity, tolerance, unity; and
WHEREAS, during this week, we reaffirm our commitment to the following principles: denounce hate, discrimination and violence in all forms; pledge to stand up against hate and support victims of hate incidents; encourage open dialogue and respectful conversations to bridge divides and promote understanding; celebrate the richness of our community and the strength it brings to our city; work together to create a safe and welcoming environment for all; urge our community members to report any hate incidents to 833-8-NO-Hate or online at CAvsHate.org, in order to combat hate effectively.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of South San Francisco enthusiastically supports United Against Hate Week, in solidarity with the “California vs Hate” coalition and partners, in our community from October 19- 25, 2025, and each and every day beyond.
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Eddie Flores, Mayor
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Mark Addiego, Vice Mayor
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James Coleman, Councilmember
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Mark Nagales, Councilmember
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Buenaflor Nicolas, Councilmember