Fort Macleod council passes resolution condemning hate crime

Fort Macleod council passes resolution condemning hate crime

MACLEOD GAZETTE EDITOR | Posted on September 23 2020

Fort Macleod council last week passed a formal resolution condemning a recent hate crime that saw a Pride flag shredded and burned. Council passed the resolution at its Sept. 14 meeting to ensure it is on record opposing such acts. “I’m saddened that such a formal resolution is needed,” Coun. David Orr said. “I emphasize...Continue Reading

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