🚀 go-pugleaf

This is the first time in Pittsburgh history that Council has issued
such a proclaimation for Pride Week.  Last year, a similar proclaimation
was made by the office of the Mayor.  The resolution was introduced by
Councilman Jimmy Ferlo and passed unanimously.

		Resolution

WHEREAS, during the month of June, "PRIDE" celebrations are held all
across the country in recognition of the "Stonewall Riots," the birth
of the modern gay liberation movement 23 years ago; and

WHEREAS, over the past two decades, the rich ethnic, social and
cultural heritage of our City has been further enriched by the
emergence of the gay/lesbian/bisexual community which has become more
visible and active in creating and promoting rights and opportunities
for sexual minorities as evidenced by the wide array of offerings in
the areas of art, health care, law, the media, as well as
professional, religious and social organizations listed in the 1992
Pittsburgh Pride Guide; and

WHEREAS, "Pride = Power" has been chosen as the theme for the lesbian,
gay and bisexual pride celebrations that will take place throughout
the country and in Pittsburgh from June 18-27, 1992; and

WHEREAS, Pittsburgh Pride Guide state PRIDE means using your rights
and resources to fight back against discrimination and victimization
as well as supporting and participating in your community events and
organizations; and

WHEREAS, the Pittsburgh Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual Pride Committee is
sponsoring many events during Pride Week and, on June 27th, the Pride
Parade will march from the Civic Arena to the Point and will be
followed by a picnic and community festival on Prospect Drive in
Schenley Park; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of
Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and salute PRIDE in the
Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual community in Pittsburgh; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council does hereby proclaim Saturday,
June 27, 1992, as "Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual Pride Day" in the City of
Pittsburgh.

In Council Tuesday, June 23, 1992.
                    Jack Wagner
                    President of Council