Resolution No. 14-2019

RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING JUNE 2019, AS PRIDE MONTH IN PARK CITY

WHEREAS, LGBTQ+ pride month is the positive stance against discrimination and violence toward , , bisexual, , queer, plus (LGBTQ+) people to promote their self-affirmation, dignity, equality rights, increase their visibility as a social group, build community, and celebrate sexual diversity and gender variance.

WHEREAS, Pride began with a small, informal gathering of ’s LBGTQ+ community in 1974, and is now a cultural event drawing more than 50,000 people annually; and

WHEREAS, Park City welcomes residents and visitors from the LGBTQ+ community, their friends and family members, and straight allies who show their support; and

WHEREAS, Park City honors those in our community who have dedicated their lives to the cause of justice for all people; and

WHEREAS, Park City has a dedicated history of creating and supporting policies and programs that stand against discrimination and promote equality and opportunity for all members of the LGBTQ+ community; and

WHEREAS, the 2019 Utah Pride Festival is an uplifting reminder of how much we have to celebrate, and should prompt us to never let up in our efforts to ensure full equality, inclusion, and empowerment for every member of our LGBTQ+ community.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council hereby proclaim June, 2019 as Pride Month

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of June, 2019.

PARK CITY MUNICIPAL CORPORATION

______Mayor Andy Beerman

Attest:

______Michelle Kellogg, City Recorder

Approved as to form:

______Mark D. Harrington, City Attorney