STATEMENT FROM CITY OF LIVERMORE REAFFIRMING ITS SUPPORT OF A CULTURE OF WELCOME, INCLUSION, AND RESPECT FOR EVERYONE

Livermore’s strength is derived from its diversity and inclusiveness, from respecting one another, from welcoming all, and from collaborating with one another across differences. The city stands against expressions of hatred and supports bringing community members together to celebrate diversity and inclusion.

The following Vision, Mission and Values define our community:

Vision Statement: We strive to create a safe, health, welcoming city for all our diverse community members: residents, visitors, and businesses. We envision a future that honors our shared history and respects our environment as we seek equitable access to opportunity for all.

Mission Statement: We work to enhance the quality of life for Livermore community members by providing safe, accessible public amenities, promoting economic vitality and innovation; and embracing collaborative civic engagement, all while providing high-quality services in a courteous, responsive, fiscally sound manner.

Values: We adhere to an ethical standard of fairness, honesty, and equitable treatment in the performance of our duties on behalf of the community, to achieve our shared vision of excellence.

The City of Livermore does not tolerate expressions of hatred and will continue working diligently with our numerous community partners to foster a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. “Hatred and intolerance are not acceptable in Livermore,” Mayor Marchand stated. “We stand by all of our community members and believe that our diversity makes stronger as a community.”