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Commission defers Jewish Solidarity Day resolution after debate over recognition vs. government funding
Summary
A resolution to designate the first Sunday in May as an annual Jewish Solidarity Day was deferred after commissioners and the city attorney raised constitutional concerns about government support for religious activity and the scope of any city-sponsored event.
The commission deferred consideration of a resolution proposing that the first Sunday in May be designated annually as "Jewish Solidarity Day" in Sunny Isles Beach.
Commissioner Joseph presented the resolution, saying it would recognize the city's large Jewish community and suggested an annual celebration at Gateway Park. He said the day would "recognize Jewish people that have contributed to history" and framed…
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