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WHEREAS, the City of Millbrae joins the County of San Mateo to observe
Pride Month honoring the history of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) liberation movement and to
support the right of all residents to experience equality and
freedom from discrimination; and
WHEREAS, the rainbow flag is widely recognized as a symbol of pride,
inclusion, and support for social movements that advocate for
LGBTQ people in society; and
WHEREAS, all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.
LGBTQ individuals have had immeasurable impact to the
cultural, civic, and economic successes of our country; and
WHEREAS, the City of Millbrae is committed to supporting visibility,
dignity, and equality for LGBTQ people in our diverse
community; and
WHEREAS, while society at large increasingly supports LGBTQ equality, it
is essential to acknowledge that the need for education and
awareness remains vital to end discrimination and prejudice;
and
WHEREAS, this nation was founded on the principle that every individual
has infinite dignity and worth, and the City Council calls upon
the residents of Millbrae to embrace this principle and work to
eliminate prejudice everywhere it exists; and
WHEREAS, celebrating Pride Month influences awareness and provides
support and advocacy for San Mateo County’s LGBTQ
community and is an opportunity to take action and engage in
dialogue to strengthen alliances, build acceptance and advance
equal rights.
NOW THEREFORE WE, the members of the Millbrae City Council do hereby
proclaim
June 2020
as
Pride Month
In support of the LGBTQ community.
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Reuben D. Holober, Mayor
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Ann Schneider, Vice Mayor
________________________________________
Anne E. Oliva, Councilmember
________________________________________
Gina Papan, Councilmember
________________________________________
Wayne J. Lee, Councilmember
June 9, 2020