HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM United Against Hate Week 2025 ProclamationCity of San Rafael
Proclamation In Recognition of
UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK 2025
AND SUPPORT FOR NOT IN OUR TOWN
WHEREAS, we hereby issue this proclamation to publicly condemn bias and hate in all forms
and reaffirm our community values of respect, inclusivity, civility, and equity for
all, and urge every organization in our community to stand with us; and
WHEREAS, it has become all too common to see, hear, and witness racist, xenophobic,
antisemitic, sexist, homophobic, Islamophobic, and other hateful acts in this
country; and
WHEREAS, deep divisions within our country are the result of extreme ideology, further
strengthening a cycle of mistrust and suspicion fueled by fear, anxiety, and
insecurity; and
WHEREAS, the Constitution enshrines equality for all individuals regardless of race, gender,
sexual orientation and expression, religion, disability, socio-economic status,
education, language, or political views; and
WHEREAS, each of us has a role to play in stopping hate and creating safe, inclusive
communities and schools for everyone in our City; and
WHEREAS, we seek to join other communities across the country in bridging divisions and
strengthening our communities; and
WHEREAS, education, compassion, and cooperation are key to unlocking understanding
and embracing differences between people, with United Against Hate Week an
important step in bridging divisions and strengthening our community; and
WHEREAS, the City Council’s Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2025-2028 identifies Equity,
Access, Belonging, and Opportunity for All, a priority area for San Rafael; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael is committed to addressing equity, inclusivity, and belonging
in housing, criminal justice, health care, employment, education, and all other
aspects of our community; and
WHEREAS, together, our community can stand united against hate, not just this week, but
every day.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Rafael,
do hereby proclaim October 19 to October 25, 2025, as United Against Hate Week in the City of San
Rafael and pledge the City’s full support of the San Rafael chapter of Not in Our Town.
Kate Colin
Mayor