HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2007-189 Diversity Resolution RESOLUTION NO. 2007-189
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA
BEACH, FLORIDA, AFFIRMING ITS CONTINUED SUPPORT AND RESPECT
FOR ALL CITIZENS IN OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITY AND FURTHER
AFFIRMING ITS CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR THE MARKETING OF DANIA
BEACH AND GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE TO DIVERSE GROUPS AS
WELCOMING VACATION DESTINATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Dania Beach has a diverse population encompassing people of
varying races, ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dania Beach is committed to respect the dignity of our citizens,
employees, businesses and visitors, and for the diversity of all groups; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dania Beach affirms its continued support for the marketing by
the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau to diverse groups and welcoming
visitors to Dania Beach as a diverse destination; and
WHEREAS, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners has reassured
visitors that Greater Fort Lauderdale and its cities welcome all travelers to the area as a
destination that is safe, unbiased, diverse and gay friendly; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Lauderdale has adopted a resolution reaffirming its respect
for the diversity of all groups and condemns any statement or action that shows disrespect for
any segment of its population; and
WHEREAS, the City of Wilton Manors has adopted a resolution opposing any
comments that divide a community and welcoming the diversity that its residents and those of
Broward County enjoy, as a community that is inclusive rather than divisive;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA:
Section 1. That the foregoing "WHEREAS" clauses are ratified and confirmed as being
true and correct and are made a specific part of this Resolution.
Section 2. That the City Commission of the City of Dania Beach feels it is absolutely
necessary to reaffirm its respect for the dignity of our citizens, employees, businesses and visitors
and for the diversity of all groups.
Section 3. That the City Commission of the City of Dania Beach, Florida opposes any
comments that divide a community because they do not promote the best interests of the City of
Dania Beach and Broward County.
Section 4. That the City Commission of the City of Dania Beach, Florida welcomes the
diversity that the City of Dania Beach and Broward County residents enjoy and prides itself on
being a community that is inclusive and welcoming, rather than divisive.
Section 5. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 6. That this Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage
and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on September 25, 2007.
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MAYOR—C MMISSIONER
ATTEST:
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LO ISE STILSON, CMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS:
BY:
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CITY ATTORNEY
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