Resolution 36 of 2015

SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION

Resolution 36 of 2015

JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING WORLD AIDS DAY IN SALT LAKE CITY

Whereas, according to estimates from the Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS, there are now more than 37 million people throughout the world living with HIV; and

Whereas, more than 39 million people have died from AIDS since the beginning of the epidemic; and

Whereas, HIV infections continue to increase in Utah with 25 to 34 year old Utahns being most impacted in 2014; and

WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found HIV-related stigma to have a significant negative impact on people living with HIV, increases new infections, and delays people seeking testing for HIV; and

Whereas, the elimination of stigma in Utah will lead to better physical and mental health outcomes for people living with HIV, increased HIV disclosure, and fewer new cases of HIV infections; and

WHEREAS, World AIDS Day was established in 1988 and is observed every year on December 1 to provide an opportunity for individuals and communities to take action and help educate for HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care; and

Whereas, Salt Lake City has joined other cities around the world in an effort to increase awareness, provide education about HIV/AIDS and demonstrate compassion for those affected by HIV.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED

that the Salt Lake City Council and Mayor of Salt Lake City hereby recognize December 1, 2015 as World AIDS Day in Salt Lake City and encourage all residents to unite together in the fight against HIV/AIDS and support those who are living with or have been affected by HIV/AIDS.

Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this 17^th day of November, 2015.