RESOLUTION NO. 220602

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RESOLUTION - Condemning recent acts of vandalism targeting the LGBTQ+ community in Kansas City and reaffirming the City’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and creating a safe and welcoming environment for all citizens, workers, and visitors.

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WHEREAS, multiple acts of vandalism intended to create an atmosphere of intimidation and intolerance have been committed in Kansas City with high visibility against the LGBTQ+ community, including recent defacement of Kansas City Streetcar stops; and

WHEREAS, there is unfortunately potential for further acts of vandalism or intimidation to occur in the future; and

WHEREAS, such acts of intimidation and hate have the potential to do great harm to the mental or physical wellbeing of LGBTQ+ residents, workers, and visitors; and

WHEREAS, Kansas City shall continue to publicly and vocally promote the ideals of inclusion, diversity, and acceptance in all meaningful ways available to the City Council; and

WHEREAS, the City resolves to maintain adequate resources for employees, residents, and visitors to report, recover, and help heal from such attacks; NOW, THEREFORE

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:

That the City condemns recent acts of vandalism targeting the LGBTQ+ community in Kansas City and reaffirms its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and creating a safe and welcoming city for all residents, commuters, city employees and visitors.

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