CC SR 20201117 H - United Against Hate
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 11/17/2020
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Calendar
AGENDA TITLE:
Consideration and possible action to adopt a resolution in support of the County of Los
Angeles proclaiming LA vs Hate United Against Hate Week, November 30 – December
6, 2020, as United Against Hate Week.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2020- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT OF THE
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROCLAIMING LA VS HATE UNITED AGAINST
HATE WEEK, NOVEMBER 30 – DECEMBER 6, 2020.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Karina Bañales, Deputy City Manager
REVIEWED BY: Same as above
APPROVED BY: Ara Mihranian, AICP, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. Proclamation in Recognition of United Against Hate Week
B. LA vs Hate United Against Hate Week
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
United Against Hate Week is a campaign bringing together municipalities, school
districts, and civic organizations to establish a network of support and resources so
communities can respond to and prevent hate, foster inclusion, and promote e quity for
all. This initiative began in 2018 following a successfu l 2017 Berkeley poster campaign
in which residents, businesses, and government organizations publicly displayed
“Berkeley stands united against hate” posters in response to months of various hate
groups protesting in Berkeley and throughout the country.
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The posters spread spontaneously throughout the region with each community having
an individual focus behind their message. Now in its third year, United Against Hate
Week has expanded into communities and neighborhoods throughout the country.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is moving forward with a motion
proclaiming the week of November 30 through December 6, 2020 as LA vs Hate -
United Against Hate Week (Attachment B). The Board of Supervisors is asking cities
and communities in Los Angeles County to join in bringing community members
together with a message of unity and solidarity using art and culture to promote this
message.
By participating in the campaign, the City will make a commitment to make everyone
feel safe and supported, by promoting and raising awareness in inclusion and equity for
all.
In an effort to demonstrate solidarity, the City will work closely with the LA Stands
United Against Hate campaign to create a “Rancho Palos Verdes Stands United Against
Hate” poster. The City’s poster will be displayed at City facilities including parks and the
Preserve, the City’s website, and various social media platforms during the week of
November 23 through December 6. Additionally, the City will post similar banners at
various locations throughout the City.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative action is available for
City Council’s consideration:
1.Take no action.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2020-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT
OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROCLAIMING LA
VS HATE UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK, NOVEMBER 30
–DECEMBER 6, 2020
WHEREAS, the County of Los Angeles (County) is home to a diverse population
of more than 10 million residents, including White, Latin, Black, Asian Pacific Islander and
American Indians and Alaska Natives.
WHEREAS, the County’s inaugural LA vs Hate United Against Hate Week,
November 30 – December 6, 2020, will celebrate diverse history, culture, and traditions,
while educating residents on the importance of supporting social justice, inclusion and
safety for all.
WHEREAS, the County has invited cities, including the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes, to join in this opportunity to bring community members together with a message
of unity and solidarity and to not only celebrate the legacy and culture of the diverse
populations that make up Los Angeles County, but also acknowledge the challenges they
have faced and continue to face.
WHEREAS, the County’s Commission on Human Relations annual Hate Crime
Report and calls to the LA vs Hate reporting line at 211-LA demonstrate that racist,
xenophobic, anti-Semitic, sexist, homophobic, Islamophobic, and other bigoted views
account for hate acts in increasing numbers.
WHEREAS, LA vs Hate United Against Hate Week will provide Rancho Palos
Verdes residents with an opportunity to recognize the City’s diversity, strengthen
partnerships to help address hardships faced by victims of hate acts, and find ways to
elevate every community and the unique ways they make the City a better, more inclusive
and welcoming place to live.
WHEREAS, LA vs Hate United Against Hate Week symbolizes the dedication to
preventing and opposing hate and intolerance in our communities; and to educate young
residents on the importance of compassion, and cooperation as key strategies for
unlocking understanding and embracing differences between residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Rancho Palos Verdes joins other communities in
California and cities across this County in supporting the inaugural LA vs Hate United
Against Hate Week, November 30 – December 6, 2020, as an important step in bridging
divisions and strengthening our communities.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 17th day of November 2020.
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____________________
John Cruikshank, Mayor
Attest:
___________________
Emily Colborn, City Clerk
State of California )
County of Los Angeles ) ss
City of Rancho Palos Verdes )
I, Emily Colborn, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, hereby certify that
the above Resolution No. 2020-_ was duly and regularly passed and adopted by the said
City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on November 17, 2020
____________________
Emily Colborn, City Clerk
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United Against Hate Week,
November 30 – December 6, 2020
At a time when our country is deeply divided and intolerance is spreading, LA vs Hate UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK will provide an opportunity to build a community shared vision of inclusion that rejects hate and bigotry. Join us!
The dangers of hate, racism and bigotry grow more apparent every
day and the need for local action could not be more urgent. United
Against Hate Week, was created in direct response to the rise in
hate crimes and bias incidents that pose a dangerous threat to the
safety and civility of our neighborhoods.
Creating inclusion and equity are vital to building healthy and
resilient communities. This week of action is designed to not just
raise awareness about the dangers of hate and the need for respect
and civil discourse, but to help community members build stronger
connections with civic leaders, businesses, and schools, so that
deeper engagement can continue year-round.
The goal of this week of action is to draw local residents, students,
school, civic faith and business leaders together to raise awareness
about how to stop hate and promote inclusion. But awareness isn’t
enough. United Against Hate Week is designed to bring
communities together to learn from each other, surface local
concerns and seek solutions together. The activities and
relationships developed are designed to build a foundation
for sustainable actions in communities.
Communities are planning virtual events: webinars, panel discussions, film
screenings, art projects, community dialogues and storytelling workshops. These actions will provide a dynamic way
to increase engagement across neighborhoods and support efforts to stand up to hate in our communities. We at
LA vs Hate, a project of the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations/Workforce Development,
Aging & Community Services department, hope you will save the dates and join us to strengthen community ties
and expand the message that We Stand United Against Hate.
For more information: Terri Villa-McDowell, LA vs Hate, TVillaMcdowell@wdacs.lacounty.gov. For resources
visit: http://www. LAvshate.org or http://www.unitedagainsthateweek.org.
In 2017, following months of extremist
protesting in Berkeley and the tragic events in
Charlottesville, city leaders prepared for
another wave of planned hate group rallies
across the Bay Area. In an effort to visibly
reject their messages, the city of Berkeley
created posters that clearly stated that we are
United Against Hate. The posters spread
spontaneously throughout the region with
each community having an individual focus
behind their message.
Now in its 3rd year, United Against Hate
Week has grown organically into
communities and neighborhoods throughout
the country.
In Los Angeles County, LA vs Hate has
brought together community members with
messages of unity and solidarity using art
and culture to promote this message.
United Against Hate Week will use the LA
vs Hate messaging to promote the goals of
standing in unity and solidarity.
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