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Mayor Lynn urges everyday acts of welcome after antisemitism conference
Summary
Mayor Terry Lynn recounted attending a Combat Antisemitism Movement conference and urged Farmers Branch residents to foster inclusion through simple acts — a greeting or a wave — while acknowledging past local incidents and the city's diverse population.
Mayor Terry Lynn told the council he attended a Combat Antisemitism Movement conference and described the event as an opportunity to learn from other city leaders about confronting hate broadly, including antisemitism, anti‑Black, anti‑Hispanic and other prejudices.
Lynn reflected on a 2006 incident ‘‘that put our city on the national spotlight’’ and said the city has worked to move past that era. He said recent national events can make some residents fearful and recounted meeting attendees who asked whether neighbors would hide them if they were being sought. Lynn urged simple, everyday actions to build an inclusive community: "Just say hello or hola." He emphasized the mayor’s role in fostering a welcoming environment and encouraged residents to act with compassion.
The remarks were delivered near the end of the meeting as part of mayoral and council updates; no formal policy action followed directly from the remarks.
