IMMEDIATE ADOPTION
Number
250160
Version
SUBSTITUTE 1
Reference
Sponsor
ALD. BURGELIS, ZAMARRIPA, MOORE, AND WESTMORELAND
Title
A substitute resolution relating to flags at public buildings in the month of June.
Analysis
This resolution requires the intersex progress pride flag and the Juneteeth flag to be flown, hung or displayed at City buildings and facilities in June each year.
Body
Whereas, The intersex progress pride flag serves as a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride, visibility and solidarity, representing the diverse community and their ongoing struggles for equality and acceptance; and
Whereas, Flying the intersex progress pride flag is a powerful way to express support for the LGBTQ+ community, promote inclusivity, and signal a commitment to creating a more equitable and accepting world; and
Whereas, The Juneteenth flag is flown to commemorate the events of June 19, 1865, when Union troops announced the end of slavery to enslaved people in Galveston Bay, Texas; and
Whereas, The Juneteenth flag serves as a visual representation of an important historical event and the ongoing struggle for equality and freedom for Black Americans; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the intersex progress pride flag shall be flown, hung or displayed at City buildings and facilities in June each year; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Juneteenth flag shall be flown, hung or displayed at City buildings or facilities in June each year.
Requestor
Drafter
LRB180511-2
Kathleen Brengosz
4/29/2025