To: County of Sonoma Board of Supervisors
Department or Agency Name(s): Sonoma County Commission on Human Rights
Staff Name and Phone Number: Meira Bowcut 707-565-1851
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supervisorial District(s): Countywide
Recommended Action:
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Adopt a Gold Resolution Proclaiming June 2024 as Pride Month in Sonoma County
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Executive Summary:
The Sonoma County Commission on Human Rights recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt a Gold Resolution proclaiming June 2024 as Pride Month in Sonoma County.
Discussion:
Pride Month celebrates the LGBTQIA2S+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, lntersex, Asexual, Two Spirits) community and their contributions to both the rich history and the present success of Sonoma County. County of Sonoma’s vibrant LGBTQIA2S+ community comprises thousands of individuals, families, and allies who demonstrate pride in and commitment to the county throughout the year.
The County of Sonoma recognizes the importance of honoring their incredible contributions to our community as well as standing alongside them against social and systemic discrimination so that each of us may live in peace as equals. The Sonoma County Commission on Human Rights stands together with the LGBTQIA2S+ community and invites the Board of Supervisors to continue to honor Pride Month in Sonoma County.
The celebration of Pride dates back to June 28, 1970, in New York City where many marched from Greenwich Village to Central Park in unity. The celebration was then recognized by County of Sonoma Board of Supervisors in 1992 when they approved a Pride Resolution. Since then, the month of June has been known as Pride Month in the County of Sonoma.
Prior Board Actions:
6/8/2021 Gold Resolution, 2021-0583
6/6/2023, Gold Resolution proclaiming June 2023 as Pride Month in Sonoma County, 2023-0605
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Attachments:
Gold Resolution
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