HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-08 Recognizing the Month of June 2023 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride MonthTOWN OF VAILJ
Proclamation No. 8, Series of 2023
Recognizing the Month of June, 2023 as lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer
(LGBTQ) "Pride Month"
WHEREAS, the Town of Vail is committed to supporting visibility, dignity, and equity for
LGBTQIA+ people in our diverse community; and
WHEREAS, LGBTQIA+ individuals have had immeasurable impact on the cultural, civic and
economic successes of our country; and
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; and
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, 2023 as Pride Month in support of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Dated this 6"' day of June, 2023.
Vail Town Council Attest:
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