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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLetter of Support - Pride Flag Raising and Pride MonthSvlvra Aneru¡s SANTA CLARA CouNTy SUPERVISoR, DISTRICT ONE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER, EAST WING 70 WEST HEDDING STREET, ,IOIH FLOOR SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA 95110 TEL: (408) 299-50'10 . FAX: (669) 255-2200 Districtl @bos.sccgov.org . www.supervisorarenas.org December 03,2024 The Honorable Mayor and Gilroy City Council Members The City of Gilroy 7351 Rosanna St Gilroy, CA RE: SUPPORT FOR JUNE LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH & RAISING OF. THE PRIDE FLAG AT CITY HALL Dear Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers, As Santa Clara County Supervisor for District 1,I write to express my strong support to recognize June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month and for a Flag Raising Ceremony to be held at City Hall, which will heighten awareness of ouTLGBTQ+ community, as well as celebrate diversity, equity, social justice, and inclusion in the City of Gilroy. The rainbow flag, also known as the LGBTQ+ Pride Flag, serves a symbol of pride, diversity, and unity for our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities during Pride Month. The rainbow flag is a staple at most celebrations that praise and commend the LGBTQ+ community, such as pride parades, picnics, workshops, symposi4 and concerts. All of these celebrations highlight and recogni ze The progress made towards equality, acceptance, and respect, while also raising awareness of the issues facing the LGBTQ+ community, educating the public about LGBTQ+ history, and to acknowledge the impact that our LGBTQ* communities have had on history at the local, state, and national level. Our communities benefit when there is inclusiveness, understanding, and acknowledgement. Youractions to include and highlight the LGBTQ* community by raising the first Pride Flag in the Ciry of Gilroy's history this past year created a sense of unity in South County while also cultivating a culture of allyship between the City of Gilroy and the LGBTQ+ community. We need to keep the momentum going and continue to support our LGBTQ+ community. As a County Supervisor,I remain committed to supporting our LGBTQ+ community by ensuring that Santa Clara County has no room for hate or discrimination based on sexual orientation. Acts of hatred against members of the LGBTQ+ community will not be tolerated in our county - including in Gilroy and South County. This resolution is a powerful statement of our shared values and is a vital step towards fostering a community where everyone feels safe and supported. This is why I urge you to support this resolution and vote "yes" to commemorate Pride Month in Gilroy. In Community, ia Arenas Clara County Board of Supervisors, District I .@"