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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 4.03 - 2550 Reaffirmation of Dublin's No Place for Hate Page 1 of 2 STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL DATE: April 16, 2019 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager SUBJECT: Reaffirmation of Dublin's No Place for Hate Resolution Prepared by: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will consider the reaffirmation of the City Council's 2017 commitment to be a community committed to the values of dignity, inclusivity, and respect for all individuals. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution Affirming the City of Dublin's Commitment to the Values of Dignity, Inclusivity, and Respect for All Individuals. FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A DESCRIPTION: On October 17, 2017, the Dublin City Council adopted a resolution affirming the City's commitment to the values of dignity, inclusivity, and respect for all individuals (Attachment 1). At the March 19, 2019 City Council meeting, Staff was directed to place an item on an upcoming agenda for the City Council to consider a proposed resolution reaffirming the City's 2017 position (Attachment 2). STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE: N/A NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: N/A Page 2 of 2 ATTACHMENTS: 1. Bully Prevention Month 2017 2. Resolution for the City's Commitment to Dignity, Inclusivity, and Respect for All Page 1 of 2 STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL DATE: October 17, 2017 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager SUBJECT: National Bullying Prevention Month 2017 Prepared by: Taryn Gavagan Bozzo, Executive Aide EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will proclaim the month of October as "National Bullying Prevention Month" in the City of Dublin, and consider adopting a Resolution Affirming the City of Dublin's Commitment to the Values of Dignity, Inclusivity, and Respect for All Individuals. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Present the proclamation and adopt the Resolution Affirming the City of Dublin's Commitment to the Values of Dignity, Inclusivity, and Respect for All Individuals. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None. DESCRIPTION: The City Council will proclaim the month of October as "National Bullying Prevention Month" in the City of Dublin. Additionally, on April 18, 2017, under Item 9, Other Business, the City Council directed Staff to bring back a Resolution for consideration, affirming the City of Dublin's commitment to the values of dignity, inclusivity, and respect for all individuals. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: None. ATTACHMENTS: 1. National Bullying Prevention Month 2017 Proclamation Page 2 of 2 2. Resolution Affirming the City of Dublin's Commitment to the Values of Dignity, Inclusivity, and Respect for All Individuals A P R O C L A M A T I O N O F T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L CI T Y O F D U B L I N CA L I F O R N I A N A T I O N A L B U L L Y I N G P R E V E N T I O N M O N T H 2 0 1 7 WH E R E A S bu l l y i n g i s p h y s i c a l v e r b a l s e x u a l o r e m o t i o n a l h a r m o r i n t i m i d a t i o n i n t e n t i o n a l l y d i r e c t e d gr o u p o f p e o p l e a n d o c c u r s i n n e i g h b o r ho o d s p l a y g r o u n d s s c h o o l s a n d t h r o u g h t e c h n o l o g y s u c h a s t h e ce l l p h o n e s a n d WH E R E A S v a r i o u s r e s e a r c h e r s h a v e c o n c l u d e d t h a t b u l l y i n g i s t h e m o s t c o m m o n f o r m o f v i o l en c e a f f e Am e r i c a n c h i l d r e n a n d a d o l e s c e n t s a n n u a l l y w i t h t h o u s a n d s o f C a l i f o r n i a c h i l d r e n a n d a d o l e s c e n t s a f f e c t an n u a l l y a n d WH E R E A S t a r g e t s o f b u l l y i n g a r e m o r e l i k e l y t o a c q u i r e p h y s i c a l, e m o t i o n a l a n d l e a r n i n g p r o b l e m s a n ar e r e p e a t e d l y b u l l i e d o f t e n f e a r s u c h a c ti v i t i e s a s r i d i n g t h e b u s g o i n g t o s c ho o l a n d a t t e n d i n g c o m m u n i an d WH E R E A S c h i l d r e n w h o b u l l y a r e a t g r e a t e r r i s k o f e n g a g i n g in m o r e s e r i o u s v i o l e n t b e h a v i o r s a n d c h i wi t n e s s b u l l y i n g o f t e n f e e l l e s s s e c u re m o r e f e a r f u l a n d i n t i m a t e d NO W T H E R E F O R E B E I T R E S O L V E D t h a t t h a t t h e D u b l i n C i t y C o u n c i l d o e s h e r e b y p r o c l a i m O c t Bu l l y i n g P r e v e n t i o n M o n t h a n d e n c o u r a g e s c i t i z e n s t o e n g a g e i n a v a r i e t y o f a w a r e n e s s a n d p r e v e n t i o n a c to m a k e o u r c o m m u n i t i e s s a f e r f o r a l l c h i l d r e n a n d a d o l e s c e n t s DA T E D O c t o b e r 1 7 2 0 1 7 M a y o r D a v i d G H a u b e r t V i c e M a y o r D o n B i d d l e C o u n c i l m e m b e r A b e G u p t a C o u n c i l m e m b e r A r u n G o e l C o u n c i l m e m b e r M e l i s s a H e r n RESOLUTION NO. XX-17 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN AFFIRMING THE CITY OF DUBLIN’S COMMITMENT TO THE VALUES OF DIGNITY, INCLUSIVITY, AND RESPECT FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS AND THAT THE CITY OF DUBLIN IS “NO PLACE FOR HATE” WHEREAS, the City of Dublin’s vision states that, “Dublin is a vibrant city committed to its citizens, natural resources, and cultural heritage.” As Dublin grows, it will balance history with progress, to sustain an enlightened, economically balanced and diverse community; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin recognizes the importance of providing an atmosphere of acceptance and respect in the community; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin will continue working to ensure that our community is a safe place where each person’s dignity is ensured; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin supports the Dublin Unified School District’s efforts against any hate or bullying in our community and schools, and will work with school officials to continuing promoting a safe environment; and WHEREAS, the Dublin City Council opposes discrimination on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or national origin, and fights for an equitable and welcoming environment in which all can freely and safely learn, discuss, differ, debate, and grow; and WHEREAS, fostering a relationship of trust, respect and open communication between City officials and residents is essential to the City’s mission of providing quality services which ensure public safety, a prosperous economic environment, and a high quality of life for our residents. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby: 1. Welcome and celebrate difference, diversity and individuality among residents, workers and visitors in all ways, including, but not limited to, ability, race, creed, national and cultural origin, immigration status, color, age, religious beliefs, class, sexuality, gender identification and gender expression. 2. Stand up against any crime of hate or bullying in our community. 3. Continue to be an inclusive and respectful City to all residents of our community and will celebrate both our individuality and commonality. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of October, 2017, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. XX-19 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN * * * * * * * * * REAFFIRMING THE CITY OF DUBLIN’S COMMITMENT TO THE VALUES OF DIGNITY, INCLUSIVITY, AND RESPECT FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS AND THAT THE CITY OF DUBLIN IS “NO PLACE FOR HATE” WHEREAS, the City of Dublin’s vision states that, “Dublin is a vibrant city committed to its citizens, natural resources, and cultural heritage.” As Dublin grows, it will balance history with progress, to sustain an enlightened, economically balanced and diverse community; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin recognizes the importance of providing an atmosphere of acceptance and respect in the community; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin will continue working to ensure that our community is a safe place where each person’s dignity is ensured; and WHEREAS, the Dublin City Council opposes discrimination on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or national origin, and fights for an equitable and welcoming environment in which all can freely and safely learn, discuss, differ, debate, and grow; and WHEREAS, fostering a relationship of trust, respect and open communication between City officials and residents is essential to the City’s mission of providing quality services which ensure public safety, a prosperous economic environment, and a high quality of life for our residents; and WHEREAS, the Dublin City Council approved this resolution in 2017 and wishes to reaffirm the City’s commitment to the values of dignity, inclusivity and respect for all individuals , and that the City of Dublin is “Not Place for Hate”. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby: 1. Welcome and celebrate difference, diversity and individuality among residents, workers and visitors in all ways, including, but not limited to, ability, race, creed, national and cultural origin, immigration status, color, age, religious beliefs, class, sexuality, gender identification and gender expression. 2. Stand up against any crime of hate or bullying in our community. 3. Continue to be an inclusive and respectful City to all residents of our community and will celebrate both our individuality and commonality. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of April 2019, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk