HATE-FREE ZONE

City of Placerville Declares Hate-Free Zone

On February 8, 2005, the city of Placerville declared the town to be a hate-free zone. Click here to see the proclamation. El Dorado County supervisors signed similar declarations in 2000 and 2003.

Townspeople Rally Against Hate

Rallies attended by 300 citizens were held on the last 3 Sundays of February, beginning at the courthouse steps and fanning down Main Street, Placerville and the nearby side of Hwy 50. Click here to see photos.

Coalition of Groups supporting Tolerance and Equality:

  • Parents, Family and Friends of Gays and Lesbians
  • Peace and Justice
  • Several local churches
  • El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce
  • Placerville Downtown Merchant's Association

    Click here to add your group to this list.

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    		•  WHAT YOU CAN DO

    • PRINT and display the Hate Free Zone logo.
    • ADD YOUR NAME to the Hate-Free Declaration. (Click here to see signatures.)

    COMMUNITY RESPONSE:
    HATE-FREE DECLARATION

    The below declaration, originally signed by over 750 people, appeared in the Mountain Democrat in April 2005.

    • View ad.
    • View all signatures, including those added after publication.
    • ADD YOUR NAME to the list of those supporting the Hate-Free Declaration.

    We stand together firmly, in appreciation of all who contribute to our community, without regard to sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, age, disability or ethnicity.

    We respect the rights and freedom of all neighbors in our greater Placerville community. We believe that diversity among our neighbors broadens our world view and strengthens our community.

    We stand against expressions of hate, intolerance, and prejudice; and strive to build a community based on tolerance, inclusivity, and civility.

    We firmly believe that one person can make a difference and that no person can be an "innocent bystander" when it comes to opposing hate.