Arcata, California passed a CEASEFIRE resolution on March 6, 2024

RESOLUTION NO. 234-36

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCATA CALLING FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST

WHEREAS, the City of Arcata has an important and longstanding history of supporting peace and diplomatic solutions to international conflicts; and

WHEREAS, there has been intolerable innocent death and destruction in the Middle East, before and since October 7, 2023; and

WHEREAS, we are a community that rejects violence, hate speech and racism of any kind; and

WHEREAS, Arcata is a community that embraces peace, justice and respect for all; and

WHEREAS, there has been far too much division in our community.


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Arcata does hereby support:

  • An immediate mutual ceasefire and total cessation of violence by all parties involved;

  • A mutual exchange of all hostages and civilian political prisoners;

  • Unrestricted delivery of humanitarian assistance, and restoration of food, water, electricity, and medical supplies;

  • Mutual respect for international law; and

  • Reinvigorated diplomacy to develop a permanent, just solution to the conflict and lasting peace in the region.