Issue proclamation recognizing Transgender Day of Remembrance 2025

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In Plain English

The city formally honors transgender people killed in anti-transgender violence from October 2024 to September 2025. Transgender Day of Remembrance began in 1999 to memorialize Rita Hester and continues annually with vigils and community events. The proclamation reaffirms Richmond's commitment to protecting transgender residents from discrimination and violence.

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Votes

Approve consent calendar

Moved by: Councilmember RobinsonSeconded by: Councilmember Brown
Passed

6 to 0

Soheila BanaAye
Jamelia BrownAye
Claudia JimenezAye
Doria RobinsonAye
Sue WilsonAye
Cesar ZepedaAye
Eduardo MartinezAbsent

Public Comments

1 public comment — 1 spoken

  • Jamin PursellIn person