Title
Approval of a Resolution and Actions to Address Injustice and Harm of BIPOC Transgender and Non-Binary People
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to Approve Resolution and Actions to Address Injustice and Harm of BIPOC Transgender and Non-Binary People
Report
Issue:
Whether to Approve a Resolution and Actions to Address Injustice and Harm of BIPOC Transgender and Non-Binary People
Staff Contacts:
Jay Burney, City Manager, Executive Office, 360.753.8740
Olivia Salazar de Breaux, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator, Human Resources, 360.753.8343
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Item
Background and Analysis:
Transgender and non-binary communities, particularly black transgender women, experience direct and systemic harm at disproportionate rates which result in discrimination, loss of access to services, targeted violence, and death. The purpose of this resolution is to recognize the harm being done against BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) transgender and non-binary communities; and take strategic measures towards ensuring a safer, stronger, and thriving space for these communities.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Staff worked closely with members of Heartspark Press, Gender Justice League, and the Coalition of Amplified Voices to draft a resolution to accurately and inclusively reflect transgender community concerns.
Options:
1. Move to approve the resolution and actions to address injustice and harm of BIPOC transgender and non-binary people.
2. Modify the resolution and direct staff to return to Council reflecting their changes.
3. Do not approve the resolution.
Financial Impact:
There is no known financial impact at this time.
Attachments:
Resolution