TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: County Executive Office
REPORT BY: Jesus Tijero, BOS - Staff Assistant I
SUBJECT: Presentation of a Proclamation condemning racism, discrimination, xenophobia and hateful acts of violence
RECOMMENDATION
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Presentation of a proclamation to Anne Sutkowi-Hemstreet, Director of Rainbow Action Network, condemning racism, discrimination, xenophobia and hateful acts of violence in Napa County.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This proclamation condemns racism, discrimination, xenophobia and hateful acts of violence in Napa County, which comes as a result of the recent inflammatory and xenophobic rhetoric regarding the Asian American and Pacific Islander community that has contributed to increased rates of violence, bullying, harassment and hate crimes against this community.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact? No
Is it currently budgeted? No
Where is it budgeted? N/A
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary? Choose an item.
Discretionary Justification: N/A
Is the general fund affected? No
Future fiscal impact: No Fiscal Impact
Consequences if not approved: N/A
County Strategic Plan pillar addressed: Healthy, Safe, and Welcoming Place to Live, Work, and Visit
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: General Rule. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility the proposed action may have a significant effect on the environment and therefore CEQA is not applicable. [See Guidelines For the Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act, 14 CCR 15061(b)(3)].
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
This proclamation condemns racism, discrimination, xenophobia and hateful acts of violence in Napa County, which comes as a result of the recent inflammatory and xenophobic rhetoric regarding the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community that has contributed to increased rates of violence, bullying, harassment and hate crimes against this community. Since 37% of American Canyon’s population is AAPI alone, there is a significant concern of the potential negative impacts to the community as a result of the recent events. Further, the proclamation denounces the discriminatory treatment of other marginalized communities, including Blacks, Latinx, indigenous people, people of color, women, LGBTQ and immigrants who are more likely to be subject to discrimination, oppression and acts of violence.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
Proclamation
CEO Recommendation: Approve