HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity Council_Resolution No. 23-5666_Denouncing Anti-Semitism_5/3/2023_RegularRESOLUTION NO. 23-5666
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
DENOUNCING ANTISEMITISM
WHEREAS, the City of Temple City is committed to inclusion and advancement of
diversity and equity for people of all races, ethnicities, national origins, religions, ages,
genders, and backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Temple City takes great pride in diversity and respect for all
people, and the Jewish community is an important part of the City's fabric, recognizing our
diversity as a key strength for the City and our character; and
WHEREAS, the City of Temple City supports efforts directed at eradicating
antisemitism and all forms of hatred, and supports expanded education programs, including
Holocaust programs, to counter intolerance and discrimination; and
WHEREAS, the City of Temple City condemns antisemitism in all its forms, including:
hatred and prejudice directed towards Jewish community members; stereotypes or
conspiracy theories about Jews; Holocaust denial or distortion, and; extremist indoctrination
or recruitment related to any form of antisemitism; and
WHEREAS, the City of Temple City affirms that hatred and bias in any form are not
acceptable in our community. The City of Temple City remains committed to our vision of
welcoming and serving the people of Temple City to create a community that offers a high
quality of life; and
WHEREAS, any victims of antisemitism in the City of Temple City are urged to report
any incidents so that local law enforcement can respond, track such incidents, and bring
perpetrators to justice; and
WHEREAS, the City of Temple City, on behalf of its citizen and as supporters and
allies of our Jewish community, does hereby proclaim the City of Temple City's
condemnation of antisemitism. The City of Temple City strongly stands against hate, bias,
or violence based on identity and remains committed to the principles of nondiscrimination
and human rights.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF TEMPLE CITY DOES RESOLVE
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the City of Temple City condemns all forms of hate, racism, and
violence perpetrated, tolerated, or encouraged by any group or individual.
SECTION 2. The City of Temple City supports our Jewish community members and
condemns racism, intolerance, hate and violent attacks against them.
SECTION 3. That the City of Temple City is committed to protecting all residents.
Every person in Temple City deserves to be treated fairly, with dignity, and to have their
humanity, existence, history, and contributions valued.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on this 2nd day of May 2023.
ATTEST:
P-194 /
Peggy u , it Clerk
William Man, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Greg y, City Attorney
I, City Clerk of the City of Temple City, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution,
Resolution No. 23-5666, was adopted by the City Council of the City of Temple City at
a regular meeting held on the 2nd day of May 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmembers —
Councilmembers —
Councilmembers —
Councilmembers —
Sternquist, Vizcarra, Yu, Chavez, Man
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Peggy Kuo, City Clerk