Title
Special Recognition - Jewish American Heritage Month
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Recognize Jewish American Heritage Month.
Report
Issue:
Whether to recognize Jewish American Heritage Month.
Staff Contact:
Tobi Hill-Meyer, Social Justice and Equity Program Manager, 360.753.8285
Presenter(s):
Rabbi Seth Goldstein, Temple Beth Hatfiloh
Background and Analysis:
Jewish American Heritage Month was created in 2006 by Presidential Proclamation. It is important to recognize the invaluable role Jewish people and organizations have made to our community, especially in support of equity and civil rights. As white supremacist and other hate-based organizations have been increasingly active in recent years, antisemitic harassment and violence has grown. It is important to take visible steps to oppose this hate and support our Jewish community.
Climate Analysis:
This action is not expected to impact greenhouse gas emissions.
Equity Analysis:
Addressed in Background and Analysis.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
This proclamation was created in a collaboration with Temple Beth Hatfiloh.
Financial Impact:
No financial impact.
Options:
1. Recognize Jewish American Heritage Month 2024.
2. Do not recognize Jewish American Heritage Month 2024.
3. Recognize Jewish American Heritage Month 2024 at another time.
Attachments:
Proclamation