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Home My WebLink AboutLGBTQ Pride Month Recognition and Flag Raising f1Pop'o vca b - o -l City of Huntington Beach File #: 21-375 MEETING DATE: 5/3/2021 Submitted by Mayor Carr and Councilmember Kalmick - LGBTQ Pride Month Recognition and Flag Raising A) Request the City Manager to fly the LGBTQ Pride Flag each year from the 3rd week of May until June 30th in recognition of the contributions of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Community, and, B) Request the City of Huntington Beach recognize the month of June as LGBTQ Pride Month City of Hun6nglon Beach Page 1 of 1 Fnnted on 4-29,202 t CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CITY COUNCIL MEETING—COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS REPORT TO: THE HONORABLE CITY COUNCIL FROM: KIM CARR, MAYOR AND DAN KALMICK, CITY COUNCIL MEMBER DATE: MAY 3, 3021 SUBJECT: LGBTQ PRIDE MONTH RECOGNITION AND FLAG RAISING Background: Nationwide, over 11 million Americans identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Queer (LGBTQ). LGBTQ business owners have contributed over$1.7 trillion dollars to the U.S. economy and have helped create over 33,000 jobs. Despite their growing population and contributions, it is still legal to fire an individual for identifying as LGBTQ in 26 U.S. states; hate crimes against the LGBTQ community are on the rise; and LGBTQ youth disproportionately make up 40% of our nation's homeless youth. California, a state that represents over 1.3 million LGBTQ residents, has embraced the positive impacts that LGBTQ representation and policies can create. In the past few years alone, the California Legislature has passed over two dozen new LGBTQ protections and elected the largest delegation of LGBTQ state officials in the nation. The State also elected Senator Toni Atkins as the first LGBTQ person to serve as Senator Pro Tempore and Ricardo Lara as the first to serve as Insurance Commissioner. Locally, several cities including Long Beach, Anaheim, Fullerton and Irvine to name a few have taken opportunities to showcase their support for the LGBTQ community by raising the LGBTQ Pride Flag at their respective City Hall and declaring June as LGBTQ Pride Month. Conclusion: The Huntington Beach City Council respects, values and encourages all voices. Our City is comprised of over 200,000 residents, and we receive over 4 million worldwide visitors annually. It is imperative that everyone who works, lives or visits Huntington Beach feels welcomed and safe. Over the past year, the Huntington Beach City Council has taken decisive action to support a community that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable. The City Council has reaffirmed their commitment to a Declaration of Policy on Human Dignity, denounced hate crimes and racist ideology, created community events celebrating diversity, supported the HB Human Relations Task Force's programs and events, and is committed to the Police Department's efforts to prevent, respond and report hate crimes and hate incidents. 268 LGBTQ Pride Month and Pride Flag May 3, 2021 Page 2 of 2 In keeping with the City Council's commitment to create an inclusive and welcoming community, we believe it is time to recognize and support our LGTBQ community by declaring June as LGBTQ Pride Month and by raising the Pride Flag, which is widely recognized as a symbol of love, unity and acceptance. If we as a City can espouse greater acceptance and prevent hate crimes through this simple act of solidarity, then it will have been a worthwhile effort for the City. Recommendation: Request the City Manager to fly the LGBTQ Pride Flag each year from the 3rd week of May until June 30th in recognition of the contributions of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Community; and Request the City of Huntington Beach recognize the month of June as LGBTQ Pride Month. if, 269 Moore, Tania From: lindaklaw <lindaklaw@aol.com> Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:44 AM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: The Pride Flag I encourage all city council members to vote to fly the Pride flag at City Hall. It is a symbol of inclusiveness and love and should be flown at every City Hall. Thank you. Linda Law Huntington Beach SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meetlng Deb: Ag«tde ram No: - t Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2021 2:58 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Support Flying LGBTQ Flag At City Hall From:Tom Papademetriou<tpapademetriou@socal.rr.com> Sent:Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:14 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Cc:Thomas Papademetriou <tpapademetriou@socal.rr.com> Subject:Support Flying LGBTQ Flag At City Hall Good morning. I support the proposal by Mayor Kim Carr and Council member Dan Kalmick to fly the LGBTQ Pride Flag each year from the 3' week of May until June 30' in recognition of the contributions of the LGBTQ Community and request the City to recognize the month of June as LGBTQ Pride Month. The City of Huntington Beach needs to set standards promoting inclusiveness and rejecting hate. It is time that we send a clear message that Huntington Beach is welcoming and inclusive to all, regardless of how you identify or who you love. Tom Papademetriou Huntington Beach Resident-92649 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Me"N Date: Ap.nd.Ibm Na•��0 - �S r Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent Thursday, April 29, 2021 6:30 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject FW: Item H May 3, 2021 -----Original Message----- From: Teresa Kennedy<tkennedy31@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday,April 29, 2021 5:15 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Item H May 3, 2021 Dear City Council Members: Item H on agenda for May 3rd is absolutely Ridiculous. STOP this madness!!! Do the job you were appointed and concentrate on real issues our city is facing-you're wasting your time on this asinine issues. Deal with the real problems facing HBM YOU, Kim Carr, Natalie Moser and Dan Kalmick are using their seats on council to continue pushing identity politics and division. Ever since you took control of the council with the assistance of Mike Posey and Barbara Delgleize all you three have done is shove social justice trash down our throat. Stop! Stop! Mayor Kim Carr Councilmember Dan Kalmick Natalie Tomich Moser, STOP NEGLECTING THE URGENT NEEDS OF OUR CITY AND RESIDENTS IN ORDER TO PUSH YOUR IDENTITY POLITICS. ONLY the American flag, POW/MIA flag and state of California flag belong on our flag pole but If they put up an LGBTQ flag to recognize the contributions . What exact contributes have they made? Please details please! (I'll wait for your response) I have read volunteering in our community; well many people volunteer in our community. You all need to STOP with your so called "unification" You need to concentrate on the true issues! Homelessness;criminal activity; Helping small business owners etc... We'd like a heterosexual flag up for several weeks also to represent the contributions of heterosexuals as well if you're approving this measure. We will bring this to the city council if this measure is approved. Please do your job and represent ALL the people of HB Not just those making the most noise at the time!!! (Thank you Erik Peterson and Tito Ortiz for standing up for the citizens of HB-we appreciate all your efforts) Teresa Kennedy SUPPLEMENTAL Sean Kennedy COMMUNICATION HB residents MW&V Daft: l l�lea l Agenda Ibm No. * to a I Sent from my Whone z Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:35 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Item a16 -----Original Message----- From: Birdie Reed <birdieuu@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday,April 29, 20219:34 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Item#16 1 support June being declared LBGT month and flying the rainbow flag in Huntington Beach. Roberta Reed, 208 15th Street, 92648 Sent from my Whone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Mee" Daft: A42921 rem No.-* �1- t Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 8:52 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Flag item From:teri kennedy<fromca2ny@hotmail.com> Sent: Friday,April 30, 2021 12:31 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.counciI@ surf city-hb.org> Subject: Flag item Hello... 1 have read about the item H 1 believe that's coming to meeting Monday regarding flying a LBTG flag for designated days of the year... Here's a recent picture of flag hanging in HB on PCH... SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION M8*V Oeb:_ S .31;03l Agwide Ibm No.: 4 rl0 ( 3� c i . ' -.. . . �� 1� ?' �ir �� - . ate - -. . . • - � - �- - What an insult to those who served. I'm served and Americans Not to mention citizens of 1-113. It has been recently been replaced by a private citizen: What business does 1-113 city council have even entertaining the idea of added the cost of a flag : not the American flag to our Expenditures . Take care of our city's real issues before adding additional expenses to our city. FIB resident Sent from my iPhone 3 Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 9:58 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Pride Flag and Pride Month Agenda Item -----Original Message----- From:Cathey Ryder<the4ryders@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, April 30, 20219:53 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.counciI@ surf city-hb.org> Subject: Pride Flag and Pride Month Agenda Item To Mayor Carr and her fellow HB City Council Members, Two weeks ago HB held an event in Central Park to celebrate inclusivity, diversity and unity. If that was truly a sincere effort, then an agenda item to raise the Pride Flag at HB City Hall and to declare June Pride Month should not be controversial. Either you support the values of inclusivity, diversity or you don't. It's that simple. We are continually disappointed, that the city were we have owned a home since 1985, contradicts itself on issues like inclusivity, diversity and unity. Do the right thing and proudly raise the Pride Flag over HB City Hall and declare June Pride month in Huntington Beach. Voters and residents, Cathey and Bob Ryder Sent from my iPhone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meedrq Deb: Agenda Mem No.: *( P a 1- t Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 2:01 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Comment Re: item u16 on the agenda for Monday May 3 From: Mark Rosenberg<markrosenbergmusic@gmail.com> Sent: Friday,April 30,2021 1:59 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Comment Re: item#16 on the agenda for Monday May 3 1 am a resident of Huntington Beach. I live on Jefferson Lane. I am emailing to state my support of item 16 on the agenda: that the city recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month and fly the pride flag for the month. I think the past year has done wonders for dividing this community and there is no better remedy than inclusivity. While i am not a member of the LGTBQ community, I am a close ally and would be proud to live in a city that recognizes this. Please join me in telling all of our residents, Igtbq or not, that they are welcome and let's fly the flag! Thank you, Mark Rosenberg SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION MeeetV Date: Apends Ilan No,- I(_0 t Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 2:26 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Agenda Item #16 - Pride Month and Flag From: shayna@shaynalathus.com <shayna@shaynalathus.com> Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 12:40 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Agenda Item #16- Pride Month and Flag Dear Mayor Carr, Mayor Pro-Tem Ortiz, and Councilmembers, I have lived in Huntington Beach for nearly 30 years and have been an ally to our LGBTQ community for longer than that. I am writing in support of the agenda item to recognize June as Pride Month and to fly the Pride flag during that time. As an ally to the LGBTQ community, I am very aware that the flag is a powerful symbol of inclusion and unity, something I strive to help my students and community members to feel every day. The display of the flag is a beautiful gesture to show our community members that they are valued , respected , and loved . It's time for us to do the work to change our reputation and show our community and visitors that Huntington Beach is a safe place for all, and one way to do this is for our community and visitors to see this powerful symbol. I hope you will show a commitment to inclusion and safety for all members of our community by designating June as Pride month and flying the Pride flag at City Hall. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Thank you hlee*wDais: 5�3�20� 1 Agenda Item No # S -Shayna Lathus http: / /shaynalathus.com FB: @Shayna4HB Twitter: @Lathus4HB Pronouns: she/ her/ hers Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 2:27 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Support, council member item, LGBTQ action, 5-3-21 meeting From: Dan Jamieson <broker_advocate@hotmail.com> Sent: Friday,April 30, 2021 12:36 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Support,council member item, LGBTQ action, 5-3-21 meeting Dear HB Council: We support the councilmember item coming up at the May 3, 2021 city council meeting, to recognize LGBTQ Pride Month, and fly the rainbow flag. This action is long overdue for a city that prides itself on being an open and tolerant community for all people. Unfortunately. Huntington Beach to some extent still has a reputation as a place where bigots are welcomed, and where extremists come to protest. It is important to continue official actions that counter this narrative. Sincerely, Dan Jamieson, Roxanne McMillen. H13 Sent from Mail for Windows 10 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meewg Deb: ��k 470;�I AWids INm No. t Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 3:06 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Resolution to display Gay Pride flag From: Lorelei Lachman<lorelellachman@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, April 30,20212:51 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Resolution to display Gay Pride flag Dear Mayor Carr and members of the City Council, I wanted to take a few minutes to ask the Council to support the resolution to fly the Gay Pride flag for the month of June. This is a wonderful idea and it would be great to show city-wide support for the LGBTQ community. 1 recently read that the most innovative cities fly the gay pride flag, so let's be among the most innovative cities. This should be an easy "Yes" vote. I am to ing to put myself in your shoes and ask: What is the downside to flying the gay pride flag? I can't even conic up with one reasonable answer. I hope that you can all get behind this resolution and vote yes. Thank you, Lorelei Lachman Resident for 32 Years SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION INw& Dale: J� �1 Agends bm No.7 #Itoo2I 3�S Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 4:23 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: City Council meeting 5/3/2021: Agenda Item m16: LGBTQ Pride Month Recognition and Flag Raising -----Original Message----- From: H Meyers<hmeybsan@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, April 30, 20214:05 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: City Council meeting 5/3/2021: Agenda Item #16: LGBTQ Pride Month Recognition and Flag Raising I am a long-time resident of Huntington Beach. I would like to urge all members of the Huntington Beach City Council to vote yes on Agenda Item u16: LGBTQ Pride Month Recognition and Flag Raising. Official city recognition of LGBTQ Pride Month is an important step in reaffirming our city's commitment to be a welcoming place for all people. It is also important for young people to see that they are included openly in our society and to recognize the contributions made to our community by LGBTQ persons. Thank you, Hildy Meyers SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION M@W&V Date: 5 Jkg I Agenda Ibm No.: �I 1p 11-3 7 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 11:03 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: MyHB-a604S18 City Council [448211 From: MyHB <reply@mycivicapps.com> Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 12:19 PM To: Jun, Catherine <catherine.jun@surfcity-hb.org>; Fikes, Cathy<CFikes@surfcity-hb.org>; Frakes, Sandie <Sandie.Frakes@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: MyHB-#604518 City Council [44821] MyHB New Report Submitted -#604518 Status new Work Order #604518 Issue Type City Council Subtype All Council Members Notes Pride Flag- I want to applaud Mayor Carr and Councilman Kalmick for their resolution to fly the Gay Pride flag for the month of June. Did you know that the most innovative cities fly the gay pride flag? Let's be the city that is counted among the most innovative and welcoming to everyone. I fully support this resolution. Open Dashboard Reporter Name Lorelei Lachman Email loreleilachmangt7gmail.com SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Phone 714-318-4216 VooWig Date: 5/3/c,2I Report Submitted APR 30, 2021 - 12:18 PM Agende Ibm No•: r �J Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:55 AM To: Agenda Alerts SUPPLEMENTA, Subject: FW: Support of flyng the Pride Flag over City Hall dl Tem"VO ATIFON Meeting Deft. S/3/a/ \ From:kate healy<kate@jrdb.org> � Sent:Saturday, May 1, 2021 1:18 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>;Carr, Kim<Kim.Carr@surfcity-hb.org>; Kalmick, Dan <Dan.KalmIck@surfcity-hb.org>; Moser, Natalie<Natalie.Moser@surfcity-hb.org>; Delgleize,Barbara <Barba ra.Delgleize@surfcity-hb.org> Cc: kate@jrdb.org Subject:Support of flyng the Pride Flag over City Hall during the Month of June Dear Mayor Can:and Council Member Kalmick and other Council Members, Thank you for proposing that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month, and have the city keep the Pride Flag raised during the month of June. This item is critical in supporting inclusive values for several reasons; it is still legal to fire an individual for identifying as LGBTQ in 26 U.S. states, hate crimes against the LGBTQ community are on the rise, LGBTQ youth disproportionately make up 40% of our nation's homeless youth, harmful transgender laws are being passed around the country that our youth are seeing. AND after this year of endless shameful things that our city has done against vulnerable communities, it's time our city did SOMETHING inclusive. You might remember the Declaration of Policy About Human Dignity; unanimously adopted by the Huntington Beach City Council on May 6, 1996. Where they stated: "that everyone should be treated with courtesy and respect, regardless of their racial background, their nation of origin, the religion they practice, their sexual orientation, gender or disability status. It is the right of all citizens to pursue their daily lives with the knowledge that they will not be physically harmed or verbally abused..... ... Remember that silence and apathy are the greatest allies of those committing hate crime." Saturday night, the Huntington Beach Hyatt hosted the LGBTQ Center OC's largest fundraiser, the Indigo Ball- marking The Center's 50th Anniversary. Already the city,the businesses, the employers and residents support the LGBTQ+ Community, isn't it time that the City Council reflects what the city already supports and raises the PRIDE Flag during the month of June? I would like to see Huntington Beach join the ranks of other forward-thinking cities visibly supporting the LGBTQ+ Community during Pride month, such as Fullerton, Anaheim, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and even over the OC Fair Grounds. Rather than just making this a social justice performance, I encourage you to spend time educating yourself on what the city can do to be more inclusive- reach out the LGBTQ Center OC for further training and ideas... and read the attached article on advancing LGBTQ+ advocacy at the local level: https://www.american)roaress.orWissues/1gbtg-riehts/reports/2017/08/25/437280/advancing-Iabtq-eaualityw local-executive-action/ t Excerpt from the report: "From protecting and supporting LGBTQ public employees to addressing the varied needs of LGBTQ community members and their families, city and county officials play a powerful role in advancing inclusive reforms and setting a model for other jurisdictions to follow in service of equality and civil rights. As detailed in this report, executives can shape the lives and livelihoods of their LGBTQ constituents across a broad range of policy areas and have the opportunity to create lasting partnerships with local service organizations, providers, and community leaders. Coupled with legislative action or as stand-alone reforms, administrative policymaking at the local level is a crucial tool in the fight for full equality for LGBTQ people and can spur positive change at the state and federal level that can lead to the implementation of these vital and long-overdue policies nationwide." Thank you again for your strong support of the LGBTQ+Community during this critical time for not only the City of Huntington Beach, but the Country. Thank you for remembering that in 1996 Huntington Beach's City Council took a stance against bigotry and for inclusion and beginning to include the LGBTQ+Community equally in the Huntington Beach Community. In Solidarity, Kate Healy Mother of 4 Resident in HB since 1993 Business owner in HB since 1985 BSA leader Homeowners Association Architectural Review Committee Former Teacher in Ocean View School District Former Girl Scout Leader Former Adventure Guides leader Current LGBTQ+ Educator Kate Healy she/her/hers kate dirdb.org 2 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:58 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject FW: May 3rd agenda - Item 16 From: Nancy Loughrey<nloughrey@me.com> Sent: Saturday, May 1, 2021 2:14 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: May 3rd agenda - Item 16 Although 1 am a resident of the City of Orange, I am writing to support the proposal that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month. and have the city keep the pride flag raised during that month. I support all our cities in recognizing LGBTQ Pride. This item is critical to our Democratic values for several reasons; it is still legal to fire an individual for identifying as LGBTQ in 26 U.S. states, hate crimes against the LGBTQ community are on the rise. and LGBTQ youth disproportionately make up 401/6 of our nation's homeless youth. Nancy Loughrey 259 N. Orange St. Orange SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Mae" Date: 0-3 Agenda Item No. 1 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:00 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Lgbtq From: Carole Free <freecarole@gmaiI.com> Sent: Saturday, May 1, 2021 7:29 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Lgbtq Dear Mayor Carr and Council Member Kalmick, Thank you for proposing that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month, and have the city keep the Pride Flag raised during the month of June. I would like to see Huntington Beach join the ranks of other forward-thinking cities visibly supporting the LGBTQ+ Community during Pride month, such as Fullerton, Anaheim, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and even over the OC Fair Grounds. Thank you again for your strong support of the LGBTQ+ Community. Peter Healy resident since 1989 Carole Free-Healy. wife Sent from my W one SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Mee*V Date: Agenda nun No.: r Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:59 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: LGBTQ month From: Stella Giardina <stellagiardina@yahoo.com> Sent: Saturday, May 1, 2021 10:05 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: LGBTQ month Dear Mayor Carr and Council Member Kalmick. Thank you for proposing that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month, and have the city keep the Pride Flag raised during the month of June. 1 would like to see Huntington Beach join the ranks of other forward-thinking cities visibly supporting the LGBTQ+ Community during Pride month, such as Fullerton, Anaheim, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and even over the OC Fair Grounds. Thank you again for your strong support of the LGBTQ+ Community. Sincerely, Stella Giardina Resident since: 2009 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Me0ng Date: S/3/�2/ Agenda Itam No.' i Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:52 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Thank You! item 16 -----Original Message----- From: Laura Sire<Ilaurajjane@yahoo.com> Sent: Sunday, May 2, 2021 8:20 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Thank You! item 16 Hi, My name is Laura Sire, and I'm a 50 plus year resident of HB, retired teacher, member of Homeless United HB, and love serving the OakView Community as a volunteer. Thank you all for the good work you are doing for our special city. Especially appreciate the theme OneHB as it suggests Care for all of its citizens, Equality, Unity, and Inclusivity. In that spirit I'm writing to applaud and urge my support for Item 16 on May 3rd CC agenda. Thank you to Mayor Carr and Councilmember Kalmick for submitting this important item and ask that it be passed unanimously please. People suffer when they are on the "outside."They feel excluded, unsafe, and experience various kinds of trauma, which in turn hurts all of us. Borrowing a metaphor from Bill and Melinda Gates, let's bring everyone "inside" the Circle. Let's make OneHB a vision and a reality. Thank you again for your service, Laura Sire SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting ate. S�3/�/ Agenda tMm No, 1 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:52 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Resolution 21-375: Pride Flag, Acceptance and Inclusiveness From: bperkins@socal.rr.com <bperkins@socal.rr.com> Sent: Sunday, May 2, 2021 12:53 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Resolution 21-375: Pride Flag, Acceptance and Inclusiveness Dear City Council Member, Thank you for considering resolution 21-375 to raise the Pride flag each year to recognize the contributions of the LGBTQ community. To some, this gesture may seem trivial, but it is a huge step forward for a community that has been defined by outside groups who have chosen Huntington Beach to voice their hateful views. It is time that we take back the narrative to show the world that Huntington Beach stands for acceptance and inclusiveness. Your decision is no different than a similar decision I made 20 years ago. I had become a new homeowner, and I wanted to show my support by flying the Pride flag outside my front door. I wondered what impact it would have on my neighbors, many of whom were very conservative. I ultimately concluded that it was the right thing to do, and so the flag went up. What ensued was a barrage of support that I never anticipated. Neighbors thanked me for having the courage to fly the flag, and others mentioned that it made them feel safer. It led to conversations that were healing for me and everyone with whom I interacted. Some of my neighbors also stated that it helped create a sense of freedom in presenting themselves to others. What surprised me the most was hearing from neighbors I previously had assumed would not be supportive, who expressed their enthusiasm, and additional flags soon followed. Huntington Beach needs these conversations to take place. As leaders of our community, it is our responsibility to act as good stewards of our city to ensure that we provide an inclusive environment that respects all members of our community. No one can reach their full potential without the broader community to provide a safe space to authentically present themselves to the world. While the Pride flag originated in the gay community, please realize that it is a much broader symbol of acceptance and inclusiveness. Over the years since it was created, new stripes have been added consistent with this broader theme, and I hope that will continue. A vote of "NO" on this resolution would send entirely the wrong message and play into an existing narrative that does not cast our city in a good light. While it may seem like a courageous step to you in this moment, please consider that the Pride Flag has been flown by people of all backgrounds and multiple governme�n�o�r a,nizat�lll r the country and around the world. It is time for Huntington Beach to join the rest of the wor a for our community that ultimately will be healing for everyone. COMMUNICATION Meebrtq Dab: — Thank You, Brendon Perkins Agwide ram No.. Huntington Beach Planning Commissioner Switzer, Donna From: Mark Dixon <ncsmt2014@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 2, 2021 1:34 PM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: Pride Flag Mayor Carr and Members of the Huntington Beach City Council: At some point in our city's history, citizens will give scant notice to another's skin color, ethnic origin, accent, religion or who one chooses to love. And I hope to live to see that day dawn. Until that day, many small but significant steps are called for: some of minor consequence, and some of great substance; all are important. So let us begin. I'm calling on you to take a small, courageous step toward accepting all beings as unique, important members of our community by voting in favor of raising the Rainbow Flag over City Hall each year during LGBTQ Pride Month. Thank you for considering my input. Respectfully, Mark W. Dixon Huntington Beach 92646 A relationship is as strong as the amount of truth it is capable of processing. SUPPLEMENTAL -- RD COMMUNICATION Dete: 5/31W 62 I >Agw4a Iwn No.� /te ,7/- 3 t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:51 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Support for agenda item 16 -----Original Message----- From: Connie Boardman<connieb07@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 2, 2021 1:50 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Support for agenda item 16 Hello Mayor Carr and Council-members, I writing in support of item 16, LGBTQ Pride Month Recognition and Flag Raising. I think it is a wonderful way to recognize and celebrate our LGBTQ residents. Thank you for considering it, and I hope it passes with full support from the entire council. Connie Boardman SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION MgWQ ire: Agenda rem No• Switzer, Donna From: Frances Starr <francesstarr@earthlink.net> Sent: Sunday, May 2, 2021 3:35 PM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: LGBTQ Flag - May 3 Agenda Item Dear Mayor Carr and Council Member Kalmick: Thank you for introducing this item--I wholeheartedly agree that the LGBTQ flag should fly each year at City Hall from the third week of May until the end of June and that the city should officially recognize the month of June as LGBTQ Pride month. I also agree that the is a symbol of unity and love, something we can be reminded of each year. Frances Starr SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION MeftV Date: Ayende IUm No.• S- Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:50 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: LGBTQ Flag Raising and Pride Month Recognition From: natalie rokos<nrokos28@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, May 2, 20214:04 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: LGBTQ Flag Raising and Pride Month Recognition Dear HB City Council members, 1 am excited to see Item 16- LGBTQ Pride Month and Flag Raising will be voted on by the council. I am 1001/6 in support of this agenda item. HB has had a spotty record when it comes to inclusivity and I feel this is a positive step( one of many needed) in the right direction; as was the inclusivity picnic held in Central Park last month. I feel that we residents of HB must do all we can to foster a welcoming and loving atmosphere to all. Thank you for your time, Natalie Rokos ...25 year resident SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION +,teeting Date: n 3 A?/ Agenda ►�: /era/-3 -s t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:50 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Pride Flag From:yvette cervantes<the7cervantes@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 2, 20214:10 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Pride Flag Dear Mayor Carr and Council Member Kalmick, Thank you for proposing that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month, and have the city keep the Pride Flag raised during the month of June. I would like to see Huntington Beach join the ranks of other forward-thinking cities visibly supporting the LGBTQ+ Community during Pride month, such as Fullerton, Anaheim, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and even over the OC Fair Grounds. Thank you again for your strong support of the LGBTQ+ Community. Sincerely, Yvette Cervantes SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION meetkN Date. •S/3 /�/ — Agende Item No. U Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:49 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: From: Melissa Desjardin<msdesjardin33@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 2, 20214:11 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Dear Mayor Carr and Council Member Kalmick, Thank you for proposing that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month, and have the city keep the Pride Flag raised during the month of June. I would like to see Huntington Beach join the ranks of other forward-thinking cities visibly supporting the LGBTQ+ Community during Pride month, such as Fullerton, Anaheim. Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and even over the OC Fair Grounds. Thank you again for your strong support of the LGBTQ+ Community. 1 am a born and raised Huntington Beach Native and parent of LGBTQ+ children. Representation matters and seeing their own city support who they are is important and crucial. Sincerely, Melissa Desjardin SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Men" Date:__ 22 1 Agsnoe Ibm No.: Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 8:32 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Pride Flag From: Buffie Channel<hbbuffie@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 8:00 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Pride Flag To HB City Council: I support the proposed agenda item H regarding flying the Pride Flag. It's important that our city be seen and understood as inclusive and proud of the contributions and accomplishments of our LGBTQIA community. It's important for those in that community to see the support by our city and it's leaders. Please hold strong so we can move forward, past bigotry and hate, to a place of progress, inclusion, pride and hope. Thank you, Buffie Channel Buffie Channel Relocation Consultant Quest Relocation Group Call/Text: 714-317-3035 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION kpnd.bm No: /4'' ') _3 t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:15 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Council Meeting Agenda Item 16 - Pride Flag From: Haley Horton<haley.hrtn@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 20219:03 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Council Meeting Agenda Item 16- Pride Flag City Council Members and Mayor Carr, I work in Huntington Beach and would like to express my support for the recognition of June as Pride Month and the raising of the Pride Flag during the month of June. I think this symbol of tolerance and love for all would be helpful for the city that struggles sometimes to demonstrate that the majority of us who live and/or work in HB value kindness and diversity. I attended an AIDS Walk in Huntington Beach in 2019 and all the beach visitors and locals driving on PCH cheered and waved, supporting us, along the 5k route at the beach. I think that joy represents the true nature of the residents and so does recognizing Pride Month. I hope that HB joins its neighbors Irvine, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Anaheim and the OC Fairgrounds in supporting its residents during June. Thank you for your consideration and your support of all your community, Haley Horton SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION maw*10 Data: s/,3,a/ Agenda IMm No.: Ar /- 3 }S) 1 Switzer, Donna From: Steven C. Shepherd, Architect <stee@shepherdarchitects.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:11 AM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org, CITY COUNCIL Subject: CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT - SUPPORT FOR AGENDA ITEMS #16& #17 May 3", 2021 HB City Council—Supplemental Communications for May 3'd HB City Council Meeting Re: SUPPORT for Agenda Items#16 and#17 Dear City Council— At its most elemental level, a flag is a symbol of identity. It tells others who we are. Beyond being a simple identifier, flags can also serve as a symbol of values. Agenda Item#16 At a time when current events have labeled Huntington Beach as home to the loud, angry and ignorant, I can think of few things better than flying the Pride Flag in front of our city facilities. You see, for me, the Pride Flag has always been a symbol of acceptance and inclusion. It is a simple banner stating that everyone, regardless of race, religion,or sexual orientation, has a place in our community. I support both the flying of the Pride Flag and the formal acknowledgment of Pride Month by the City of Huntington Beach. Agenda Item #17 1 strongly support the creation of a formal City of Huntington Beach Flag Policy.As that flags are often more than just a colorful banner used for decoration, I believe a polity governing flags in front of city facilities is warranted. Thank you, Steve Shepherd Huntington Beach 92646 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meelktp Date: S/3/a1d 1/ AwIdebmf . 3 �5) t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:14 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Pride Month & Flag -----Original Message----- From: dwada <dwada714@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:12 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Pride Month & Flag Dear Mayor Kim Carr and Council Members, I would like to submit my support in favor of recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month, as a way for future generation to find a community that is accepting and compassionate. I see it as an opportunity to demonstrate, despite anyone's personal or religious views,that personal choices such as these should not bear shame or fear, but are to be respected. I know there are plenty of stories and reasons to pass this proposal but can't think of why you wouldn't. Sincerely, Denise Wada SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Mw&V Dad: .5-/3,h1/ Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:38 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Support for Item a 16 -----Original Message----- From: Karla Tucker<karlaetucker@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:29 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Support for Item tt 16 H8 City Council Members and Citizens, I support approval of Item k 16 and applaud the effort to model inclusive behavior in our city. I hope to see all of our citizens feeling safe, respected and welcome in our community. Sincerely, Karla Tucker Sent from my Whone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION k%W&V Dale: Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:46 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Raising the LGBTQ flag -----Original Message----- From: Nicole Simon <nicole@hairdesignbynicole.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:40 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Raising the LGBTQ flag To whom it may concern, I am in 1000% support of raising the LGBTQ Flag during pride month. There is no other way, this must be done. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Nicole Simon Sent from my Whone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION vies" Date.--- 11 Agenda Item No.: l i�0 l,>2/ �Sl 1 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 9:59 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: LGBTQ Pride Month! From: Denise Giardina <denisegiardina@yahoo.com> Sent:Saturday, May 1, 2021 9:55 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: LGBTQ Pride Month! Dear Mayor Carr and Council Member Kalmick, Thank you for proposing that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month, and have the city keep the Pride Flag raised during the month of June. I would like to see Huntington Beach join the ranks of other forward-thinking cities visibly supporting the LGBTQ+ Community during Pride month, such as Fullerton, Anaheim, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and even over the OC Fair Grounds. Thank you again for your strong support of the LGBTQ+ Community! Sincerely Denise Giardina Resident since 1973 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION *MWWtIrg Daft'.. s/3/�/ Switzer, Donna From: Suzanne Hart <hb.diva@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:24 AM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: LGBTQ Flag Hello! We are writing to you in support of flying the LGBTQ flag at city hall. Thank you for your consideration. Chris and Suzanne Hart HB Sent from myiPhone 4';,c'^'_EMENTAL ;amUNICATION me@"oats_ S/3/ 2/ AQW!d 'ter t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:45 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Agenda Item 16 From:Dawn Crowley<older.than.dirt@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:42 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Agenda Item 16 Apparently HBCC has fully resolved the following pressing matters: -drug dealing -bike chop shops -human smuggling -businesses fully reopened -ended mask recommendations in the city -homelessness is a distant memory -opened PUBLIC government meetings TO THE PUBLIC -opened all PUBLIC government facilities TO THE PUBLIC -fully permitting and planning for PUBLIC events, including, but not limited to, school graduations, 4th of July parade, US Open of Surfing, annual airshow, car shows, concerts in the park & at the beach, etc. -traffic planning -FIGHTING SACRAMENTO on HIGH DENSITY HOUSING and ZONING requirements while people are moving OUT of CA (see 2020 US Census results) -catalytic converter& car theft -staying on top of contaminated land clean up and planning & zoning its future use -spending is less than income and sets aside for future needs -fighting the desalination plant demanded by Sacramento etc. etc. So, now you can settle down and focus on Item 16. Good grief! FIVE out of SEVEN of you need to FOCUS your efforts on the TASKS AT HAND, rather than finding busywork pet projects on which to waste taxpayer time and money. Follow the LEAD of PETERSON & ORTIZ!!! They understand their roles as city council members. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: t Switzer, Donna From: Audrey Prosser <prosserga@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 11:20 AM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org; CITY COUNCIL Subject: HB Council May 3rd Agenda Item a16 Dear Ma%or and C itn C ouncil Members, My name is Audrey Prosser. 1 am a resident of Huntington Beach. 1 am a member of the LGBTQ Community. I have many friends that would like to vacation here and perhaps live her but after seeing our City in the News recently they are reluctant to come here, to shop in the stores, enjoy the restaurants. Our businesses need those dollars this year more than ever. When I see a Pride Flag, it speaks to me. It says welcome, you are safe here. This is a happy place. We appreciate your business. It says that should 1 need Law enforcement or Fire Protection they will respond and treat me with respect. Please Join the nearby City of Costa Mesa and the Orange County Fairgrounds and fly the Rainbow Flag in the month of June. Respectfully, Audrey Prosser 9382 Sunridge Dr Huntington Beach, CA 92646 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Abetlrq Data: 5/3/-;'f Agende Item t Switzer, Donna From: Kayla Saadeh <kmsaadeh3@gmail.com> Sent Monday, May 3, 2021 11:30 AM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org; CITY COUNCIL Subject Comment - HB City Council Agenda Items 16 and 17 Hello, 1 am a resident in Huntington Beach and wanted to submit a comment via email for the city council meeting today. I am in full support of agenda items#16 and #17. If we are to combat the reputation of hate and bigotry that the small few have given Huntington Beach, we must take steps to demonstrate our support for the LGTBQ community. A flag is a great start to what 1 hope will be more actions like this to combat hateful rhetoric in this community. Thank you, Kayla Saadeh 19381 Cindy Ln, Huntington Beach, CA 92646 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meetirp Dees: V 3/a/ Agenda ?Wn No. r/a/- 3 ESL Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 11 44 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: In support of June as LGBTQ Pride Month and flying the Pride flag for the month of June -----Original Message----- From: Duane Vajgrt<djvmd@icloud.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 11:04 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: In support of June as LGBTQ Pride Month and flying the Pride flag for the month of June Dear Huntington Beach city Council members, As an Orange County resident and as a member of the Board of Directors and prior Board President of Radiant Health Centers, the largest Orange County AIDS service organization that has expanded its mission to provide healthcare to the broader LGBTQ+ community, I strongly urge you to recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month and to display the Pride flag during the month of June in your fair city. Huntington Beach has previously been a much welcomed supporter of Radiant Health Centers' annual AIDS Walk, having hosted it in 2019. Obviously, because of Covid, it had to be virtual in 2020, but we look forward to continued partnership with the city for a future AIDS Walks and as a partner in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Having the City of Huntington Beach recognize this annual LGBTQ Pride event with the flying of the flag for the month sends a powerful message that this segment of our community is recognized, embraced, and supported. In this time of such national strife, you have the capacity to set the tone for that of inclusion and acceptance. This is especially critical to our youth and is a powerful example for them to witness. They need this type of affirmation as part of their overall well-being. Please give this serious consideration. Such a move only adds to the overall psychological health of the entire community, both gay and straight. Most sincerely, Duane Vajgrt, MD Past President and current board member, Radiant Health Centers(formally AIDS Services Foundation of Orange County-ASF) Sent from my iPhone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION ►Aealktg Data: Agenda room No: 160'1.2/- 3 :f t Switzer, Donna From: Christy <christyhatt@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 12:11 PM To: CITY COUNCIL;supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: Pride Flag and Pride Month Recognition Hello, 1 am writing you today in favor of the Huntington Beach city council recognizing June as LGBTQ price month and also in favor of the city flying the pride flag. As the parent of an LGBTQ youth, I think it's important for them to see the city they're growing up in and going to school in be supportive of who they are. Too often LGBTQ youth gets left behind and discriminated against. 1 feel that if the city showed it's support of the LGBTQ community that our youth would feel more at home growing up here, and feel as if more than just their family and friends see and appreciate them. So please think about the impact your vote will have on the LGBTQ youth that is growing up in your city. Thank you, Christy Hatt SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION ►mow Dft: AWIde ram NO.' t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 12:16 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Pride Month -----Original Message----- From: Zach Abrams<zacmoon37@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 10:52 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Pride Month As a long term member of the Orange County Community and as a person working with business and individuals that reside in Huntington Beach, I encourage the City to send a strong message of inclusivity by flying the Pride Flag during the month of June. This sends a strong message to the region that Huntington Beach accepts and supports all communities and foster a community that embraces diversity and inclusion. Sincerely, Zach Abrams Zachariah L Abrams (He/Him/His) Sent from Zachariah's Whore SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION rrt OV Derv: Agenda lam No.: Switzer, Donna From: libbyvince@socal.rr.com Sent: Monday. May 3, 2021 148 PM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: Public Comment I am writing in strong support of items 16 and 17 on tonight's agenda and urge a yes vote on them. Regarding item 16,flying the Pride flag from the 3r°week of May and throughout the month of June is a visible symbol of the resolutions this body has passed and renewed with regard to hate and human dignity. The Pride flag is made of a rainbow of colors for the simple reason that it includes everyone. This seems to be a no-brainer. Let's fly the flag that represents the inclusive and welcoming values of Huntington Beach. Regarding item 17, 1 agree that the city should have a flag policy. However, I caution the staff to be as broad as possible. In at least one nearby city, the flag policy is so rigid that even the Little League and Special Olympics flags are disallowed. Finally, I am very disturbed to learn that Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz has attempted to file for unemployment while still collecting his paycheck and stipend from the city. That is fraud and that is illegal)I I At the bare minimum, I expect our elected representatives to abide by the law. Even more disturbing is the fact that making a claim for unemployment costs the city money. I hope that the Council will take the strongest actions possible to reprimand Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz, whether that is censure or removal or something in between. Thank you for your consideration, Libby Frolichman SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Mae" De e: S�SI al Agende Ibm No. % '?/- 3 LL Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 1:55 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Pride Flag raising From: John Mitchell<johndavidmitchell@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 1:54 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Pride Flag raising To the Huntington Beach City Council I support raising the Pride flag for the entire month of June As an Orange County resident. the recent news of incidences of intolerance in your city makes me hesitant about visiting Huntington Beach I have enjoyed going to the pier front and the State and Bolsa Chica beaches as well as shopping in the Surf City Having the city council back the raising of the Pride Flag for the LGBTC+ Pride month would make me feel more comfortable about visiting your wonderful beach town Please do the right thing and show OC that you a first class town' SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meebg Off: agenda Urn No. t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 2:11 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Council Meeting Agenda Item 16 - Pride Flag From:Tim Braham <tbraham@biscoind.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 2:03 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Council Meeting Agenda Item 16- Pride Flag City Council Members and Mayor Carr, I would like to express my support for the recognition of June as Pride Month and the raising of the Pride Flag during the month of June. Although I am a resident of Orange, I visit Huntington Beach often and have many family and friends there. I think this symbol of tolerance and love for all would be helpful for the city knowing that the majority of those who live and/or work in HB value kindness and diversity. Tim Braham Area Sales Manager for Southern California O t� biSCo iNdUSTRIES' Ph: 714.693.2901 x3336 Fax: 714.386.3502 tbraham(&biscoind.com www.biscoind.com O® O AS9100:J509001 Certified At bisco industries we are passionate about providing outstanding service. If you would like to share any feedback about the service/support you.have received today, please contact the my Regional Manager, Chris Sherwood, by sending him an email to csherwoodCdbiscoind.com.We thank you for your business and the opportunity to continuously improve our service to you. I Switzer, Donna From: jstone223@aol.com Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 3:25 PM To: supplementaIcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: LGBTQ FLAG Hello! We are writing to you in support of flying the LGBTQ flag at city hall. Thank you for your consideration. Dr Michael & Jessica Stone HB Jess "Every child should have 2 things; a dog, and a mother/father who lets them have one." if you also choose to share,please be sure to remove my name 8 email address and use the BCC:field when adding your contacts. TYP 1 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 5:55 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Pride Month - I Support This -----Original Message----- From: Joseph Wilson<wilson9ljoseph@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 5:47 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Pride Month - I Support This Dear City Council, I am a Huntington Beach resident, property owner, and voter. I strongly support having our city celebrate Pride month. Joseph Wilson 427 20th Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 After the Nazi mailers, white supremacy protest, and other issues affecting the image of our city, celebrating Pride month would be a great way to show HB is an inclusive and diverse city. I know from my neighbors and friends here we are as kind and awesome a city as anywhere. Let's show it with yes vote for Pride Month. Thank you, Sent from my iPhone t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 5:55 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: YES to Pride month, yay! From:Jessica Herthel <jessicaherthelbook@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 5:11 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: YES to Pride month, yay! Hello, on behalf of PFLAG Newport Beach, I'm writing to express our members' support for the proposition to recognize June as Pride month in HB! Let's turn around the recent negative publicity! Thank you for your consideration, Jessica t Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 7:47 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Support of flying the Pride Flag over City Hall during the Month of June From:Clover <cloverhealy@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 7:45 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>;Carr, Kim <Kim.Carr@surfcity-hb.org>; Kalmick, Dan <Dan.Kalmick@surfcity-hb.org>; Moser, Natalie<Natalie.Moser@surfcity-hb.org>; Delgleize, Barbara <Ba rba ra.Delg lei ze @surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Support of flying the Pride Flag over City Hall during the Month of June Dear Mayor Carr and Council Member Kalmick and other Council Members, Thank you for proposing that the City of Huntington Beach recognize June as LGBTQ Pride Month, and have the city keep the Pride Flag raised during the month of June. This item is critical in supporting inclusive values for several reasons; it is still legal to fire an individual for identifying as LGBTQ in 26 U.S. states, hate crimes against the LGBTQ community are on the rise, LGBTQ youth disproportionately make up 40%of our nation's homeless youth, harmful transgender laws are being passed around the country that our youth are seeing. AND after this year of endless shameful things that our city has done against vulnerable communities, it's time our city did SOMETHING inclusive. You might remember the Declaration of Policy About Human Dignity; unanimously adopted by the Huntington Beach City Council on May 6, 1996. Where they stated: "that everyone should be treated with courtesy and respect, regardless of their racial background, their nation of origin, the religion they practice, their sexual orientation, gender or disability status. It is the right of all citizens to pursue their daily lives with the knowledge that they will not be physically harmed or verbally abused..... ... Remember that silence and apathy are the greatest allies of those committing hate crime." Saturday night,the Huntington Beach Hyatt hosted the LGBTQ Center OC's largest fundraiser, the Indigo Ball- marking The Center's 50th Anniversary. Already the city, the businesses, the employers and residents support the LGBTQ+ Community, isn't it time that the City Council reflects what the city already supports and raises the PRIDE Flag during the month of June? I would like to see Huntington Beach join the ranks of other forward-thinking cities visibly supporting the LGBTQ+ Community during Pride month, such as Fullerton, Anaheim, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, and even over the OC Fair Grounds. Rather than just making this a social justice performance, I encourage you to spend time educating yourself on what the city can do to be more inclusive- reach out the LGBTQ Center OC for further training and ideas... and read the attached article on advancing LGBTQ+advocacy at the local level: httos://w-%w.americanprow.ress.ora/issues/lgbtQ-riv.hts/reports/20 1 7/0 8/2 5/43 7 2 80/advancing-1 bg_tg-equality- local-executive-action/ Excerpt from the report: t "From protecting and supporting LGBTQ public employees to addressing the varied needs of LGBTQ community members and their families. city and county officials play a powerful role in advancing inclusive reforms and setting a model for other jurisdictions to follow in service of equality and civil rights. As detailed in this report. executives can shape the lives and livelihoods of their LGBTQ constituents across a broad range of policy areas and have the opportunity to create lasting partnerships with local service organizations. providers. and community leaders. Coupled with legislative action or as stand-alone reforms. administrative policymaking at the local level is a crucial tool in the fight for full equaliq for LGBTQ people and can spur positive change at the state and federal level that can lead to the implementation of these vital and long-overdue policies nationwide." Thank you again for your strong support of the LGBTQ+ Community during this critical time for not only the City of Huntington Beach. but the Country. "Flank you for remembering that in 1996 Huntington Beach's City Council took a stance against bigotry and for inclusion and beginning to include the LGBTQ+ Community equally in the Huntington Beach Commwnity. In Solidarity. C. 1-1 2 Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Tuesday, June 1, 2021 12:27 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Note from Chuck Goldblum From:Charles Goldblum<chuckgoldblum@icloud.com> Sent: Monday, May 31, 20219:52 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Nate from Chuck Goldblum Dear council members, Reading the LA times article where the City is honoring the LGBT community by Flying the rainbow flag during pride month was truly heartwarming. While I love Huntington Beach and my family has lived here for over two decades, it has been a long time since a news story about our City has made me proud. Keep up the great work! Best Regards, Chuck Charles Goldblum 1508 Pacific Coast Highway Huntington Brach, CA. 92648 (714) 222-7200 ch uck-coldblum(aiclu ud.com t Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Tuesday, June 1, 2021 1:13 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: LGBTQIA Flags From: B Nowak<bjn57hb@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, May 29, 2021 9:24 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: LGBTQIA Flags This is not San Francisco. Whv should we be honoring Harvey \4ilk. who is not a member of our community and who. while being the first openly gay person in a high-profile government position. doesn't represent OC or FIB? The Council's shift to the left-wing, progressive cancel culture is disconcerting. We don't have a CA flag flying at the library. Why not and why this in its place'? B Nowak HB Resident t