LGBTQ+ inclusivity and Helpline Youth Counseling funding
Summary
Pastor Jack Miranda urged the council to consider flying the pride flag for June and to increase funding for Helpline Youth Counseling, citing high suicide risk among LGBTQ teens. Mayor Pro Tem Otero responded that he would oppose flying any banner other than the American flag, which he called all-encompassing.
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Last discussed May 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
Speaker suggested increasing funding to Helpline Youth Counseling beyond roughly $50 per week currently provided.
LGBTQ youth and families if counseling funding increases; the broader community if inclusivity measures are adopted.
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