HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-05 LGBTQ+ Pride MonthProclamation No. 05 Series of 2024 Recognizing the Month of June, 2024 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) as “Pride Month” WHEREAS,the Town of Vail is committed to supporting visibility, dignity, and equity for LGBTQIA+ people in our diverse community; WHEREAS,LGBTQIA+ individuals have had immeasurable impact on the cultural, civic and economic successes of our country; WHEREAS,Mountain Pride is an organization inspired and driven to serve the needs of our LGBTQIA+ communities in partnership with many other nonprofit organizations, businesses and government agencies in our community; WHEREAS,celebrating Pride Month influences awareness and provides support and advocacy for Vail and Eagle County’s LGBTQIA+ community and is an opportunity to take action and engage in dialogue to strengthen alliances, build acceptance and advance equal rights; and WHEREAS,while society at large increasingly supports LGBTQIA+ equality, it is essential to acknowledge that the need for education and awareness remains vital to end discrimination and prejudice; NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Vail Town Council do hereby proclaim the month of June, 2024 as Pride Month in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. Dated this 4th day of June, 2024. Vail Town Council Attest: ___________________________ Travis Coggin, Mayor Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk