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Review and Provide Feedback on a City of Alameda LGBTQ Action Plan
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Review and Provide Feedback on a City of Alameda LGBTQ Action Plan.
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To: Honorable Chair and Members of the Library Board
From: Amy Wooldridge, Assistant City Manager
BACKGROUND
On May 6, 2025, in response to a Council Referral brought by Councilmember Tony Daysog, City Council directed staff to work with Department Heads and Boards/Commissions to take affirmative steps toward supporting the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) communities.
The City of Alameda’s Executive Management Team, comprised of the directors of all City departments, developed an initial draft LGBTQ Action Plan by outlining existing partnerships, programs, services and actions to support the LGBTQ communities and identifying additional opportunities.
On August 27, 2025, staff met with the Social Services and Human Relations Board who identified more opportunities to support the LGBTQ communities. Staff is also meeting with the Recreation and Parks Commission on September 11, 2025. The complete list is included in Exhibit 1.
DISCUSSION
The LGBTQ Action Plan is intended to focus on local, actionable items that directly support and lift up LGBTQ communities to continue furthering the Alameda values to make the City a welcoming place for everyone.
Staff seeks input from the Library Board on the LGBTQ Action Plan.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
While there is no financial impact from the creation of an LGBTQ Action Plan, there may be specific programs or activities that require funding and may be subject to future City Council appropriation approval.
RECOMMENDATION
Review and Provide Feedback on a City of Alameda LGBTQ Action Plan.
Exhibits:
1. Draft LGBTQ Action Plan