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ORDER OF THE NEW HAVEN BOARD OF ALDERS SUPPORTING AN EVENT RELATED TO A UNION AND COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN AND APPROVING STREET CLOSURES RELATED TO THAT EVENT
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WHEREAS Locals 34 and 35 represent nearly 5500 workers at Yale, one of the largest employers in our region, and good jobs are a foundation for a strong community; and
WHEREAS a fair contract between Locals 34 and 35 and Yale University will benefit New Haven; and
WHEREAS the New Haven Board of Alders has joined with many residents and community organizations calling on Yale to increase its commitment of resources to our city; and
WHEREAS union and community leaders are planning a public rally on Thursday, September 25, 2025, to further the call for Yale to settle fair contracts and to make a greater contribution to the City; and
WHEREAS this event will require a special event permit and the closure of College Street between Elm Street and Congress Avenue, Congress Avenue between Elm and Cedar Streets, and Cedar Street between Congress Avenue and York Street, from 4 to 8 pm to allow for a safe event and time for set up and clean up.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the New Haven Board of Alders supports the issuance of permits required for these events and approves the related street closures specified above.