HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2015-2463 RESOLUTION NO. 2015- 24(03
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR
THE AMERICAN JEWISH COMMITTEE'S MAYORS UNITED
AGAINST AiNTI-SEMITISM INITIATIVE; PROVIDING
DIRECTIVE TO THE CITY CLERK; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO
EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the American Jewish Committee (AJC) has been the leading global Jewish
advocacy organization for more than a century: and
WHEREAS, the AJC's agenda is to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and
advance the human rights and democratic values for all; and
WHEREAS, through local, regional, and national advocacy with Members of Congress,
AJC promotes domestic policies and legislation that support their global agenda; and
WHEREAS. anti-Semitism continues to be a malady worldwide; and
WHEREAS. at a conference in Brussels. Belgium. the AJC released 4 "Call to Action"
to the European Union to prioritize and fight the escalating problem of anti-Semitism; and
WHEREAS, on the heels of the conference in Belgium, the AJC founded the Mayors
United Against Anti-Semitism Initiative; and
WHEREAS. Mayors United Against Anti-Semitism is an initiative that calls on their
European counterparts to publicly address and take concrete actions against rising anti-Semitism;
and
WHEREAS, the Mayors United Against Anit-Semitism statement affirms a core set of
principles, including the condemnation of anti-Jewish hatred in all forms; a declaration that anti-
Semitism and any prejudices due to religious differences are inconsistent with core American
values; and the belief that the promotion of mutual understanding and respect among all citizens
is essential to good governance and democratic life; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission believes that anti-Semitism continues to be a problem
internationally, as well as in Sunny Isles Beach and the rest of the nation; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to express support of the AJC's Mayors
United Against Anti-Semitism Initiative.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Support of the AJC's Mayors United Against Anti-Semitism Initiative. The City
Commission hereby supports the AJC's Mayors United Against Anti-Semitisn Initiative.
Section 2. Authorization of City Manager. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all
things necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effect' . •on adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of Septembe 2015.
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STATEMENT ON ANTI-SEMITISM BY MAYORS AND MUNICIPAL LEADERS
We, the undersigned Mayors and municipal leaders, recognize that we live in a global era. Our cities and
towns, regardless of size, belong to a global community in which our citizens are more interconnected
than ever and where events in one community can have ramifications across the world.
We also understand that mayors and municipal leaders have a significant role to play in promoting respectful
communities that advance coexistence among peoples of all races, ethnicities and faiths, and that the
success of any city or town is based upon people of all backgrounds coming together to move our civic
communities forward.
It is with this in mind that we express our deep concern about the alarming spread of anti-Semitism around
the world,most violently and visibly in parts of Europe, and from which the United States is not immune.
Anti-Semitism is not only an attack on Jews but an assault on the core values of any democratic and
pluralistic society. In a world of global communications where anti-Semitic ideas can and do spread rapidly,
the impact of the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe does not stop at Europe's borders.When the fundamental
values of democracy are challenged,a concerted and principled response is required.
We are, therefore, heartened that leaders from around the world have spoken out about this dangerous
phenomenon and have urged action to confront it. Examples of such statements include:
o President Obama, speaking at a Washington, D.C., synagogue,warned: "[I]n recent years,we've seen
a deeply disturbing rise in anti-Semitism in parts of the world where it would have seemed unthinkable just
a few years or decades ago. This is not some passing fad;these aren't just isolated phenomena. And we
know from our history they cannot be ignored.... [W]hen we allow anti-Semitism to take root, then our souls
are destroyed, and it will spread;"
o German Chancellor Angela Merkel declared:"Anyone who hits someone wearing a skullcap is hitting
us all.Anyone who damages a Jewish gravestone is disgracing our culture. Anyone who attacks a
synagogue is attacking the foundations of our free society;"
o French Prime Minister Manuel Valls outlined just how critical the fight against anti-Semitism is,
declaring: "The choice was made by the French Revolution in 1789 to recognize Jew's as full citizens.
If 100,000 Jews leave, France will no longer be France. The French Republic will be judged a failure;"and
o The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) reaffirmed, this past November,
the crucial need for participating states to continue to combat anti-Semitism.
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THIS IS AN INITIATIVE OF AJC (AMERICAN JEWISH COMMITTEE).
As Mayors and municipal leaders, we have a special responsibility to speak out against the growing menace of
anti-Semitism, and we call upon our European counterparts to join us in adding their names to this statement
and in affirming the following:
We, the undersigned,
o Condemn anti-Jewish hatred, in all its forms;
o Reject the notion that anti-Semitic acts,while sometimes carried out in the name of a political cause,
may ever be justified or excused by one's opinions about the actions or existence of the State of Israel;
o Declare that prejudices against Jews or others due to differences in religious faith are inconsistent with
our core values;
o Support government efforts directed at eradicating anti-Semitism and preventing extremist indoctrination
and recruitment; and support expanded education programs, including Holocaust programs, that increase
awareness and counter intolerance and discrimination;
o Recognize the ever-present need to be vigilant about efforts to prevent and report acts of anti-Semitism,
and other hate crimes;and
o Believe that communities that promote a climate of mutual understanding and respect among all citizens
are essential to good governance and democratic life.
We, therefore, commit to working within and across our communities to advance the values of respectful
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co-existence and call upon mayors, municipal leaders,and other officials in Europe to join us in affirming
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9/10/2015 Item Coversheet
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MEMORANDUM
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM: George H. Scholl, Mayor
DATE: 9/17/2015
Expressing Support of the American Jewish
RE: Committee's Mayors United Against Anti-Semitism
Initiative.
RECOMMENDATION:
This resolution is presented for you consideration.
REASONS:
In a world of global communications where anti-Semitic ideas can and i
do spread quickly, the impact of the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe
does not stop at Europe's borders. The American Jewish Committee •
(AJC) is calling upon Mayors, municipal leaders and other officials in
Europe to join in affirming that anti-Semitism is not compatible with
fundamental democratic values.
To this end, the AJC founded the Mayors United Against Anti-
Semitism Initiative. Mayors all across the United States are joining the
AJC in their initiative in calling upon their European counterparts to
publicly address and take concrete actions against rising anti-
Semitism.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The AJC has been the leading global Jewish advocacy organization
for more than a century with an agenda to enhance the well-being of
the Jewish people and advance the human rights and democratic
values for all.
The Mayors United Against Anti-Semitism Statement affirms a core
set of principles, including the condemnation of anti-Jewish hatred in
all forms; rejection of the notion that anti-Semitic acts may ever be
justified by one's view on the actions or existence of the State of
Israel; a declaration that anti-Semitism and any prejudices due to
religious differences are inconsistent with core American values and
the belief that the promotion of mutual understanding and respect
among all citizens is essential to good governance and democratic life.
The Statement also pledges a commitment to working within and
across United States communities to advance the values of respectful
coexistence, and calls on Mayors and municipal leaders in Europe to
add their names and to affirm that anti-Semitism is incompatible with
fundamental democratic values.
Item Number: 10.H.
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