Honor Kishana Harley and call for state anti-police brutality legislation

Police & Community SafetyProclamationResolution

In Plain English

The city recognizes Kishana Harley through a formal statement. The resolution also asks California lawmakers to pass new laws addressing racial injustice and police violence. This creates no binding policy changes but establishes the city's official position on these issues.

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Votes

To adopt resolution with revision to include reference to AB 931 and direct staff to send resolution to Assemblymember Buffy Wicks and Senator Nancy Skinner

Passed

5 to 2

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Why This Vote Matters

The council voted 5-2 to adopt a resolution honoring Kishana Harley and calling on state lawmakers to pass legislation addressing racial injustice and police violence. The resolution will be sent to Assemblymember Buffy Wicks and Senator Nancy Skinner, with a specific reference to bill AB 931. Councilmembers Choi and Butt voted against the measure, marking a departure from their usual support for proclamations. While the resolution establishes the city's official position on these issues, it creates no binding policy changes or financial commitments.

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Community Discussion

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