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Richardson advisory commission advises against city social posts tied to religious observances, asks staff to study alternatives
Summary
After a lengthy debate March 26, Richardson's Community Inclusion and Engagement Commission voted to advise the city not to include social-media posts that mark events "based on religious significance" and asked staff to return with further analysis and alternatives such as community partnerships and reposting Interfaith Alliance events.
The Community Inclusion and Engagement Commission voted March 26 to recommend the city not include general social-media mentions of events “based on religious significance,” after a prolonged discussion about free-expression and constitutional risk.
Greg, the staff lead, reviewed a proposed days-of-recognition policy and said the city modeled its list on federal and state guidance (EEOP Special Emphasis Programs and the Texas controller's calendar) to reduce litigation risk and maintain government…
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