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SPONSOR'S On November 14, 2016 the City Council requested that a resolution embracing diversity
SUMMARY and promoting tolerance and inclusion be drafted for consideration. Staff submits the
attached draft and requests review and modifications as desired. Further amendments
were proposed at the November 21, 2016 Regular Meeting and the resolution was referred
to Community Affairs and Parks.
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SPONSOR'S On November 14, 2016 the City Council requested that a resolution embracing diversity
SUMMARY and promoting tolerance and inclusion be drafted for consideration. Staff submits the
attached draft and requests review and modifications as desired. Further amendments
were proposed at the November 21, 2016 Regular Meeting and the resolution was referred
to Community Affairs and Parks.
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Draft Resolution
11/21/16 Proposed Amendments
NLC R.E.A.L. Call to Action
Minutes from the Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting of 11/28/16
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City of Tukwila
Allan Ekberg, Mayor
TO: Community Affairs and Parks Committee
FROM: Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst
CC: Mayor Ekberg
DATE: November 22, 2016
SUBJECT: Resolution reaffirming commitment to diversity, tolerance and inclusivity.
ISSUE
On November 14, 2016 the City Council requested preparation of a resolution that would affirm
a message of tolerance and inclusivity.
DISCUSSION
A draft resolution was presented to the City Council at its regular meeting on November 21.
Councilmember Seal proposed several amendments, and following discussion the City Council
chose to refer the draft resolution to the Community Affairs and Parks Committee for further
discussion and to provide a recommendation to the full Council. Councilmember Kruller
encouraged the Committee to consider the National League of Cities' Race, Equity and
Leadership Call to Action that was shared at the recent City Summit.
RECOMMENDATION
The Committee is asked to review the draft resolution as well as the suggested amendments
and the NLC Call to Action in developing a recommendation to the full Council for consideration
at the December 5, 2016 Regular Meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
-Draft Resolution discussed at 11/21/16 Regular Meeting
-Amendments proposed at 11/21/16 Regular Meeting
-National League of Cities' Race, Equity and Leadership Call to Action
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, REAFFIRMING
ITS COMMITMENT TO BEING A DIVERSE,
TOLERANT AND INCLUSIVE CITY.
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila is a beautifully diverse community of
neighborhoods, residents, businesses and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila considers this diversity to be one of its greatest
assets and prioritizes the value of inclusiveness; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 1614 in 2006 reaffirming its
commitment to being an inclusive community as a fundamental value; and
WHEREAS, we, as elected representatives of the people, have a responsibility not
to stay silent in the face of violence and discrimination against any of our constituents or
compatriots; and
WHEREAS, the people of Tukwila recognize that people of all cultures, ethnicities
and backgrounds all do better when we work together; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila promotes civility and strives for a culture where
tolerance and solidarity overcome fear and division; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila does not tolerate bias, harassment, or
discrimination based on race, religion, ancestry, national origin, immigration status,
gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, housing status or status with
regard to public assistance; and
WHEREAS, we advance the principles of non-violence, tolerance, religious
freedom, trust and safety, and recognize that these principles are valued by all
communities in our City; and
WHEREAS, all of Tukwila's residents deserve to live in a safe environment free of
hate, discrimination and fear; and
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WHEREAS, we believe in the public sector for the public good, and advancing
equity and inclusion is critical to the success of our communities and our nation;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES ITS COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY AND
INCLUSIVENESS FOR ALL RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO OUR CITY. WE
REJECT THE POLITICS OF DIVISION, BIGOTRY, VIOLENCE AND
DISCRIMINATION. WE WILL FIGHT FOR THE RIGHTS, FREEDOMS AND
INTERESTS OF ALL THE MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY NO MATTER WHAT
THE COLOR OF OUR SKIN, OUR GENDER, THE WAY WE WORSHIP, WHERE WE
WERE BORN, OUR SEXUAL ORIENTATION, OR ANY OTHER IDENTITY. i4N8;
FURTHERMORE, WE RESOLVE TO:
1. Prioritize and promote a welcoming environment for all in our community, and
recognize the rights of individuals to live their lives with dignity and free of
discrimination.
2. Commit to pursuing a policy agenda that affirms civil and human rights, and
ensures that those targeted on the basis of culture religion or immigration status can
turn to government without fear of recrimination.
3. Engage with individuals and community groups to promote education and
dialogue among all community members.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of 12016.
ATTEST /AUTH E NTI CATE D:
Christy O'Flaherty, MMC, City Clerk Joe Duffie, Council President
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Filed with the City Clerk:_
Passed by the City Council:
Resolution Number:
Rachel B. Turpin, City Attorney
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Attachment 1: Amendments to proposed resolution submitted by Councilmember Seal at
November 21, 2oi6 Regular Meeting (includes additional amendments proposed by
Councilmembers Quinn and McLeod)
WHEREAS, we, as elected representatives of the people, have a � responsibility not to
stay silent in the face of hate, violence and discrimination against any of our constituents or
compatriots;
WHEREAS, the people of Tukwila recognize that people of all cultures, ethnicities and
backgrounds all do better when we work together;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, HEREBY
RESOLVES ITS COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY AND INCLUSIVENESS FOR ALL RESIDENTS
AND VISITORS TO OUR CITY. WE REJECT THE POLITICS OF DIVISION BIGOTRY HATE
AND FEAR. WE WILL FIGHT FOR THE RIGHTS FREEDOMS AND INTERESTS OF ALL THE
MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY NO MATTER WHAT THE COLOR OF OUR SKIN OUR
GENDER THE WAY WE WORSHIP WHERE WE WERE BORN OUR SEXUAL ORIENTATION
OR ANY OTHER IDENTITY. FURTHERMORE WE RESOLVE TO:
2. Commit to pursuing a policy agenda that affirms civil and human rights, and ensures that
those targeted on the basis of- culture, religion or immigration status can turn to
government without fear of recrimination.
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To respond to the current tensions after the divisive general election, NLC
encourages local elected officials to issue a statement or formal resolution
affirming your commitment to the values of equity, fairness, inclusion, and
justice.
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Here is sample text from our partners at the Center for Social Inclusion and the
Government Alliance for Race and Equity:
• We believe in and stand for values of inclusion, equity, and justice. We
condemn islamophobia, racism, sexism, and xenophobia in rhetoric or
action.
• We welcome all people and recognize the rights of individuals to live their
lives with dignity, free of discrimination because of their faith, race,
national origin or immigration status.
• We will continue our work in making our services and programs accessible
and open to all individuals.
• We believe in the public sector for the public good. Advancing equity and
inclusion is critical to the success of our communities and our nation.
Please share your statements and resolutions with us! Email them to
real@nlc.org.
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To respond to the current tensions after the divisive general election, NLC
encourages local elected officials to issue a statement or formal resolution
affirming your commitment to the values of equity, fairness, inclusion, and
justice.
NATIONAL
LEAGUE
OF CITIES
Here is sample text from our partners at the Center for Social Inclusion and the
Government Alliance for Race and Equity:
• We believe in and stand for values of inclusion, equity, and justice. We
condemn islamophobia, racism, sexism, and xenophobia in rhetoric or
action.
• We welcome all people and recognize the rights of individuals to live their
lives with dignity, free of discrimination because of their faith, race,
national origin or immigration status.
• We will continue our work in making our services and programs accessible
and open to all individuals.
• We believe in the public sector for the public good. Advancing equity and
inclusion is critical to the success of our communities and our nation.
Please share your statements and resolutions with us! Email them to
real@nlc.org.
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WHEREAS, we, as elected representatives of the people, have a responsibility not to stay silent
in the face of violence and discrimination against any of our constituents or compatriots; and
WHEREAS, the people of Tukwila recognize that people of all cultures, ethnicities and
backgrounds all do better when we work together; and
WHEREAS, we believe in the public sector for the public good, and advancing equity and inclusion
is critical to the success of our communities and our nation:
1. Prioritize and promote a welcoming environment for all in our community, and recognize the
rights of individuals to live their lives with dignity and free of discrimination.
2. Commit to pursuing a policy agenda that affirms civil and human rights, and ensures that those
targeted on the basis of culture, religion or immigration status can turn to government without
fear of recrimination.
The City's cottage housing ordinance has expired and staff will prepare an update to be presented
to the Council in 1st quarter 2017 that will factor in Riverton Methodist and other proposals in the
City. The market has changed since the original pilot and there are new opportunities.
Adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Next meeting: Monday, December 12, 2016
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