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Council unanimously adopts World Refugee Day resolution as residents urge continued support for refugees
Summary
Council voted 8–0 to adopt a resolution recognizing World Refugee Day; residents, some with refugee experience, and council members spoke in support and urged ongoing services, legal protections and community outreach.
City Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 2025-93 recognizing World Refugee Day. Public commenters, including residents with refugee backgrounds and local immigration lawyers, urged the city to reaffirm support for refugees and to maintain programs and partnerships that help families settle and integrate.
The nut graf: The resolution is a symbolic, local expression of support for refugees; speakers and council members emphasized practical follow-up steps…
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