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CC - ACTION ITEM: (1) Discussion of and, if Desired, Adoption of a Resolution on Peace and Diplomacy in Times of International Conflict and the Wise Use of City Funds; and (2) Direction to the City Manager, as Deemed Appropriate.
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Meeting Date: May 12, 2025
Contact Person/Dept.: Shelly Wolfberg/City Manager's Office
Phone Number: (310) 253-6000
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [X] General Fund: Yes [] No []
Attachments: Yes [] No [X]
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council, EHRAC, and EHRAC Subscriber List (05/07/2025)
Department Approval: John M. Nachbar, City Manager (05/07/2025)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council (1) discuss and, if desired, adopt a resolution on peace and diplomacy in times of international conflict and the wise use of City funds and (2) provide other direction to the City Manager, as deemed appropriate.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
At the January 27, 2025 City Council Meeting, Council Member McMorrin received full City Council consensus to consider a blanket resolution, as it applies to any and all international conflicts; proposed having a discussion to affirm Culver City's commitment to peace, valuing all human life, and encouraging federal diplomacy in accordance with those values in times of war and conflict; noted challenging times ahead; discussed ensuring that time and resources are utilized in the best ways possible; continuing to affirm values as a City and a community; and placing the focus on local work.
Staff has drafted the attached resolution on peace and diplomacy in times of international conflict and the wise use of City funds for the City Council's consideration. (Attached)
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There are no fiscal impacts to adopt the Resolution.
ATTACHMENT
2025-05-12_ATT_Resolution on Peace and Diplomacy During Times of International Conflict
MOTIONS
That the City C...
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