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PROCLAMATION
LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH
WHEREAS, the Town of Danville is a welcoming community and exceptional place to love, learn, work, play,
and raise a family; and
WHEREAS, the nation was founded upon and is guided by a set of principles, including that every person has
been created equal, that all have rights to their life, liberty and pursuit of happiness, and that all shall be afforded
the full recognition and protection of the law; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Danville recognizes the importance of equality and freedom, and is dedicated to
fostering acceptance of all its citizens and preventing discrimination and bullying based on sexual orientation
and gender identity; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Danville is strengthened by and thrives upon the rich diversity of ethnic, cultural,
racial, sexual orientation and gender identities of its residents, all of which contribute to the vibrant character of
the Town; and
WHEREAS, many of the residents, students, town employees, and business owners within the Town of Danville
who contribute to the enrichment of the Town are a part of the LGBTQ+ community; and
WHEREAS, June has become a symbolic month in which the LGBTQ+ community and supporters come together
in various celebrations of pride; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Danville Town Council, does hereby proclaim June as “LGBTQ+ Pride Month” annually
in Danville and encourage all residents to recognize the contributions made by members of the LGBTQ+
community and to actively promote the principles of equality and liberty.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, We have hereunto set our hands this 2nd day of June, 2020.
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MAYOR KAREN G. STEPPER
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LISA BLACKWELL, VICE MAYOR RENEE S. MORGAN, COUNCILMEMBER
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NEWELL ARNERICH, COUNCILMEMBER ROBERT STORER, COUNCILMEMBER