Mayor John Marchione
Denounces MAPS Vandalism
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
November 22, 2016
CONTACT
Lisa Maher, Communications & Marketing Manager
lmaher@redmond.gov
425-556-2427
REDMOND, WA -
On Monday,
November 21, 2016, the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS) was vandalized.
The granite sign in front of their facility was smashed. This took place
following an additional form of vandalism last weekend.
“Acts
like this aren’t representative of the Redmond community, and will not be
tolerated,” stated Mayor John Marchione. “The City works closely with MAPS
leadership and our Islamic community to ensure that they and all residents feel
safe in their homes, at their place of business, and where they worship.”
“I
am confident that this act does not represent the feelings of Redmond
residents. Our community will continue to stand strongly in favor of diversity
and inclusion, and not allow an individual act of vandalism to define us.”
MAPS has
increased its security efforts but will not cancel any activities or events. A
Thanksgiving dinner celebration for the residents of Tent City 4 will take
place on Wednesday, as planned.
For questions and more information contact Lisa Maher, Communications & Marketing Manager, at lmaher@redmond.gov or 425-556-2427. This press release is available on www.redmond.gov.
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