The Pride Flag is up at Goleta City Hall in honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month. City Council members gathered on June 3rd to raise the flag.

The City will also be issuing a proclamation at the June 17 City Council meeting. View the proclamation here.

LGBTQ+ individuals in the United States have fought for equal treatment, dignity, and respect, and remain determined to pursue full equality, respect, and inclusion for all individuals regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Despite being marginalized throughout the history of the United States, LGBTQ+ individuals continue to celebrate their identities, love, and contributions in various expressions of Pride. The City Council encourages the Goleta community to join in celebration and appreciation of the LGBTQ+ community.

The raising of the Pride Flag is an example of the City of Goleta’s ongoing commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for everyone.

Pictured: Goleta City Council raising the Pride Flag outside of City Hall [pictured left-to-right:  Mayor Pro Tempore Stuart Kasdin (District 4), Councilmember James Kyriaco (District 2), Councilmember Luz Reyes-Martín (District 1) and Councilmember Jennifer Smith (District 3)]