Press Release Archives #292-98 - Proclaims June 22nd Out in Government Day

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: Monday, June 22, 1998

Release #292 -98

Contact: Colleen Roche (212) 788-2958
Jennifer Chait (212)788-8479

MAYOR GIULIANI PROCLAIMS JUNE 22nd OUT IN GOVERNMENT DAY

City Hall Ceremony Salutes Lesbian and Gay Pride and History Month

Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani this afternoon honored the Coalition of Lesbian and Gay City Employees with a proclamation declaring June 22nd Out in Government Day. Today's ceremony is part of the celebration of June as Lesbian and Gay Pride and History Month which commemorates the 29th anniversary of the Stonewall Rebellion. Department of Buildings Chief of Staff and Coalition Co-Chair Stanley Shorr, Lesbian and Gay City Employees member Diane Witek and Homeless Services Commissioner Gordon Campbell accepted the proclamation from the Mayor.

"I am proud of all New York City employees who work hard and give their talents and energies so that the most famous City in the world can be a more open and understanding place," Mayor Giuliani said.

"The Domestic Partnership Bill, introduced on May 11th, is now under consideration by the City Council and is expected to pass by the end of this week," the Mayor continued. "The Bill is a great step forward for the City's Gay and Lesbian community because it focuses on how a person does their job and what kind of a contribution they make to society. It is grounded in the basic principle of fairness."

The Coalition of Lesbian and Gay City Employees, founded in 1992, aims raise the visibility and understanding of gay and lesbian issues, address the needs and priorities of lesbian and gay employees and provide social and professional networking opportunities for its members. It is open to all current and former employees of the City of New York in all areas of government, including elected and appointed officials and retirees from City service.

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