At this week’s Santa Ana City Council meeting, the LGBTQ Center OC was given a proclamation in recognition and celebration of the Supreme Court victory for marriage equality. All council members but one were present, including Mayor Pulido, and each spoke in support of the recent ruling and the Center. For the first time ever, a rainbow flag flew at City Hall.
We are thrilled to call Santa Ana home. Thanks to your faith in love and your trust in the LGBTQ Center OC, we will be celebrating this and many more triumphs to come!
Sadly, this is in stark contrast to the views expressed recently by Newport Beach City Councilman, Scott Peotter. Views that forced the city of Newport Beach to distance themselves from Peotter and issue the following statement “The city welcomes and values its citizens, visitors and employees, irrespective of sexual orientation or marital status, and embraces Newport Beach’s place in a diverse and vibrant Southern California.” Denouncing the rant, Newport Beach mayor Ed Selich claimed it was in no way reflective of his personal views or the policies of city hall, despite appearing in the shadow of the city seal.
Champions for LGBTQ equality know all too well the challenges that we still face, even without such vivid reminders so close to home. In closing, Mayor Pulido urged all present at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting to “act in a kind manner”. The LGBTQ community of Newport Beach and their allies deserve kindness, tolerance and compassion. Newport Beach City deserves a Councilperson who embodies these traits.
Once the campaign has ended, we will send a personal note of gratitude to Mr. Peotter for mobilizing so much support!
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the Mayor and members of Santa Ana City Council!
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Councilman Peotter’s hateful remarks.
