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CityCouncil | 2008-06-17 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY - -JUNE 17, 2008- -7:30 P. M. Mayor Johnson convened the Regular Meeting at 7:58 p.m. Councilmember Gilmore led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present : Councilmembers deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 5. Absent : None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (08-259 - ) Proclamation recognizing contributions to the City by gay and lesbian residents and encouraging the community to recognize these contributions, particularly during the month of June, Gay Pride Month. Mayor Johnson read and presented the proclamation to Maia and Liz Bradford-Ryan and Debra Arbuckle. Mai Bradford-Ryan thanked Council for the proclamation. Liz Bradford-Ryan thanked Council for the support in recognizing the gay, transgender, and lesbian community. Debra Arbuckle stated that she is proud to have Council and the citizens stand up to equality when problems arise; a workshop will be held at the Main Library on June 23, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. to continue the dialog on equality. Mayor Johnson stated the City is working on setting up a process to perform marriages at City Hall. Speakers in support of proclamation: Morten Wellhaven, Alameda; Dr. Mary Abu-Saba, Buena Vista United Methodist Church; David McIntyer, Buena Vista United Methodist Church. Vice Mayor Tam stated that she shares in the appreciation of the lesbian, transgender, and gay community; fourteen inquiries or requests have been received for marriage ceremonies at City Hall. Counci Lember Gilmore stated the new right [of gay marriage] brings Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 June 17, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-06-17.pdf |