Hollister, California CEASEFIRE resolution passed on December 4th, 2023

RESOLUTION NO. 2023-240

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AFFIRMING THE CITY OF HOLLISTER’S SUPPORT FOR AN IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE IN GAZA AND ISRAEL

WHEREAS, the City of Hollister recognizes the importance of peace and security for all communities and nations around the world regardless of national, ethnic or religious affiliations; and

WHEREAS, the City of Hollister advocates for the safety, dignity, freedom, and equality of all people, regardless of religion, race, or nationality; and

WHEREAS, the City of Hollister recognizes that all human life is precious; and

WHEREAS, since October 7, 2023, armed violence has claimed the lives of and wounded thousands of individuals in Gaza and Israel; and

WHEREAS, lives continue to be at imminent risk if a ceasefire is not achieved without delay; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Hollister joins other cities in calling on our Congress Members to demand an immediate ceasefire to urgently end the current violence in Gaza and Israel.

NOW BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be sent to the offices of Assemblymember Robert Rivas, State Senator Anna Caballero, Governor of California Gavin Newsom, U.S. Congressional Representative Zoe Lofgren, U.S. Senator Laphonza Butler, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, and U.S. President Joe Biden, urging them to take immediate action to use their position and influence to end violence.

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a Regular Meeting held this 4th day of December, 2023.