City of Santa Fe, New Mexico

LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY
Resolution No. 2017Progressive Community Values
SPONSOR(S):

Councilors Maestas and Villarreal

SUMMARY:

The proposed resolution affirms the City of Santa Fe's commitment to its
values and to the values set forth in the Constitutions of the United States
and New Mexico.

PREPARED BY:

Rebecca Seligman, Legislative Liaison

FISCAL IMPACT: No

DATE:

December 6, 2016

ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
FIR

CITY OF SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO

RESOLUTION NO. 2017-

INTRODUCED BY:

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Councilor Joseph M. Maestas

Councilor Renee D. Villarreal

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A RESOLUTION

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REAFFIRMING THE CITY OF SANTA FE'S COMMITMENT TO ITS VALUES; AND TO

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THE VALUES SET FORTH IN THE CONSTITUTIONS OF THE UNITED STATES AND

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NEW MEXICO.

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WHEREAS, the voters of the City of Santa Fe, as a means to maximize their self-

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determination and self-government, adopted a home rule charter on December 9, 1997 and

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subsequent charter amendments in 2008 and 20 14; and

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WHEREAS, the Preamble of the Charter assertively declares: "We, the people of Santa Fe, a

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capital city for four centuries, a community with rich and lasting multi-cultural traditions and a

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history of tolerance towards all peoples, cultures, traditions, and lifestyles, recognize our right to

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define our way of life and our form of government."; and

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WHEREAS, the Charter affirms the City of Santa Fe's right and determination to secure the
continuity of cultural values, personal freedoms, and well being; and
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Fe has affirmed its values, not only through its charter, but
through various policy actions; and

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WHEREAS, the City of Santa Fe has been a national leader in progressive values, striving to

ensure a fair and just community; and

WHEREAS, on November 8, 2016, Donald Trump was elected to become the 45th President

of the United States; and

WHEREAS, President-Elect Trump has made threats to Sanctuary Cities such as the City of

Santa Fe; and espouses beliefs that are contrary to and undermine our community values.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE

CITY OF SANTA FE that we, as a community, in response to those threats, are compelled to

reaffirm our values of dignity, diversity, civil and human rights; and inclusivity; and express an firm

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intent to repudiate any actions and policies that tlueaten our community and values and violate the

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principles set forth in the Constitutions of the United States and New Mexico and otherwise in their

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laws; and

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Santa Fe will continue to be a sanctuary

city that protects and values immigrants as part of the unique fabric of our community.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we, as the City of Santa Fe, a present day capital city

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of a State that borders the Republic of Mexico and once an area that was part of Mexico from 1821

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until it was ceded to the United States in 1848 through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo; reject the

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idea of adding to the physical barriers at the boundary between the US and Mexico; and also reject

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the premise that our neighbors south of the border are threats to our safety livelihood; and consider

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that premise to be contrary to our core American ideal of welcoming immigrants and also contrary to

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our history of old and new Mexicans working side by side for the benefit of both.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we condemn all hate speech and crimes; and re-affirm

our zero tolerance of any such hate-inspired offenses in our community.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we believe in women's rights and condemn the

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demeaning and objectification of women; and re-affirm our desire to create a community that has role

models for young girls that instill the belief that they can have and achieve their big dreams.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, as the City of Holy Faith, we believe in religious

freedom as a founding principle of our nation; and condemn any discrimination and disparate

treatment of individuals and groups on the basis of religion.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we believe our citizens have benefited greatly from the

expansion of heathcare coverage through the Affordable Care Act, especially Medicaid expansion;

and vow to resist any efforts to diminish or eliminate coverage that confers those benefits.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we believe in ensuring all citizens feel safe in their
homes and neighborhoods; and support efforts to divert

non~violent

offenders from the criminal

justice system and rehabilitate and reform them to be productive members of our community.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we believe in the dignity of work and the right to a

living wage to avoid living in poverty while working a full~ time job.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we believe climate change exists and is caused by

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increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels; and we strive to

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achieve comprehensive, environmental sustainability with an overall goal of reaching carbon

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neutrality by the year 2040.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution shall be provided to the U.S. Speaker of

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the House of Representatives, the U.S. Senate Majority Leader, the New Mexico Federal Legislative

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Delegation, the Governor of New Mexico, and the New Mexico State Legislative Delegation

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Representing Santa Fe.

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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this ~-day

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JAVIER M. GONZALES, MAYOR

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ATTEST:

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YOLANDA Y. VIGIL, CITY CLERK

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

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KELLEY A BRENNAN, CITY ATTORNEY

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M!Legislation/Resolutions 2016/Progressive Community Values 12_6_16

City of Santa Fe
Fiscal Impact Report (FIR)
This Fiscal Impact Report (FIR) shall be completed for each proposed bill or resolution as to its direct impact upon
the City's operating budget and is intended for use by any of the standing committees of and the Governing Body of
the City of Santa Fe. Bills or resolutions with no fiscal impact still require a completed FIR. Bills or resolutions with
a fiscal impact must be reviewed by the Finance Committee. Bills or resolutions without a fiscal impact generally do
not require review by the Finance Committee unless the subject of the bill or resolution is fmancial in nature.
Section A.

General Information

(Check) Bill:
Resolution: ----"',.,____ _
(A single FIR may be used for related bills and/or resolutions)
Short Title(s):
A RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING THE CITY OF SANTA FE'S COMMITMENT

TO ITS VALUES; AND TO THE VALUES SET FORTH IN THE CONSTITUTIONS OF THE
UNITED STATES AND NEW MEXICO.

Persons Completing FIR:

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Section B.
Summary
Briefly explain the purpose and major provisions of the bilVresolution:
The proposed resolution affirms the City of Santa Fe's commitment to its values and to the values set forth in
the Constitutions of the United States and New Mexico.

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Section C.
Fiscal Impact
Note: Financial infonnation on this FIR does not directly translate into a City of Santa Fe budget increase. For a
budget increase, the following are required:
a. The item must be on the agenda at the Finance Committee and City Council as a "Request for Approval of a City
of Santa Fe Budget Increase" with a definitive funding source (could be same item and same time as
bill/resolution)
b. Detailed budget infonnation must be attached as to fund, business units, and line item, amounts, and explanations
(similar to annual requests for budget)
c. Detailed personnel forms must be attached as to range, salary, and benefit allocation and signed by Human
Resource Department for each new position(s) requested (prorated for period to be employed by fiscal year)*
1. Projected Expenditures:
a. Indicate Fiscal Year(s) affected- usually current fiscal year and following fiscal year (i.e., FY 03/04 and FY
04/05)
"A" if current budget and level of staffing will absorb the costs
b. Indicate:
"N" if new, additional, or increased budget or staffing will be required
"R"- if recurring annual costs
c. Indicate:
"NR" if one-time, non-recurring costs, such as start-up, contract or equipment costs
d. Attach additional projection schedules if two years does not adequately project revenue and cost patterns
e. Costs may be netted or shown as an offset if some cost savings are projected (explain in Section 3 Nanative)
Finance Director:

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Column#

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"A" Costs
Absorbed
or "N"
New
Budget
Required

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"R" Costs
Recurring
or "NR"
Nonrecurring

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FY

Expenditure
Classification

FY

Personnel*

Fringe**

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"A" Costs
Absorbed
or "N" New
Budget
Required

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"R" Costs Recurring
or "NR"
Nonrecurring

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Fund
Affected

Capital
Outlay
Land!
Building

Professional
Services

All Other
Operating
Costs

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Total:

* Any indication that additional staffmg would be required must be reviewed and approved in advance by the City
Manager by attached memo before release of FIR to committees. **For fringe benefits contact the Finance Dept.

2. Revenue Sources:
a. To indicate new revenues and/or
b. Required for costs for which new expenditure budget is proposed above in item 1.

Column#:
Type of
Revenue

FY

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"R" Costs
Recurring
or "NR"
Nonrecurring

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"R" Costs Recurring or
"NR" Nonrecurring

FY

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Fund
Affected

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Total:

3. Expenditure/Revenue Narrative:
Explain revenue source(s). Include revenue calculations, grant(s) available, anticipated date of receipt of
revenues/grants, etc. Explain expenditures, grant match(s), justify personnel increase(s), detail capital and operating
uses, etc. (Attach supplemental page, if necessary.)
N/A

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Section D.

General Narrative

1. Conflicts: Does this proposed bill/resolution duplicate/conflict with/companion to/relate to any City code,
approved ordinance or resolution, other adopted policies or proposed legislation? Include details of city adopted
laws/ordinance/resolutions and dates. Summarize the relationships, conflicts or overlaps.

No
2. Consequences of Not Enacting This Bill/Resolution:
Are there consequences of not enacting this bill/resolution? If so, describe.
The City of Santa Fe would not affirm its commitment to its values and to the values set forth in the
Constitutions of the United States and New Mexico.
3. Technical Issues:
Are there incorrect citations of law, drafting errors or other problems? Are there any amendments that should be
considered? Are there any other alternatives which should be considered? If so, describe.
None
4. Community Impact:
Briefly describe the major positive or negative effects the Bill/Resolution might have on the community including,
but not limited to, businesses, neighborhoods, families, children and youth, social service providers and other
institutions such as schools, churches, etc.
The City would voice its commitment to its values and to the values set forth in the Constitutions of the
United States and New Mexico.

Form adopted: 01/12/05; revised 8/24/05; revised 4/17/08