News and information about events and issues affecting the diverse communities in Santa Clara County.

• County Issues 111 Marriage Licenses in Wake of Court Ruling - June 26, 2008
  On the first day that same-gender couples could legally marry, Santa Clara County handed out a total of 111 marriage licenses ...
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• California Court Strikes Down Ban on Same-Gender Marriages - May 23, 2008
  Since the California Supreme Court struck down the state's ban on same-gender marriages May 15, Santa Clara County has been preparing to issue marriage licenses as soon as the ruling becomes final...
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• Santa Clara County Flies Rainbow Flag for First Time - June 6, 2007
  Even in an accepting area like Santa Clara County, many lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals run into discrimination and hateful attacks at some point in their lives. I am proud to say that the county government showed its support for these individuals June 5 when Supervisors Blanca Alvarado and Liz Kniss helped me raise the rainbow flag over the County Government Center. ...
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• Honoring Unity in Diversity in our Community - May 3, 2007
  The Board of Supervisors and the county executive honored six individuals and groups on May 1 with awards for working to bridge our county's diverse communities. The awards were part of the county's 10th annual Unity in Diversity celebration. ...
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