Morgan Hill state-of-the-city address calls for unity
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In his state-of-the-city address, Morgan Hill Mayor Mark Turner called for unity among residents while celebrating community achievements. He emphasized the importance of attracting youth sports and business to the area to boost economic mobility. Turner introduced initiatives to support local entrepreneurs and spoke on upcoming businesses like a new Chik-Fil-A and Hotel MOHI. He addressed political divisiveness, particularly around immigration, advocating for dialogue and harmony. The mayor underscored that the community should view migrants as residents deserving of understanding and respect, striving for cohesion in the face of challenges.
Morgan Hill Mayor Mark Turner emphasized unity, highlighting local accomplishments while promoting youth sports, business initiatives, and economic mobility amidst a tense political climate.
Turner touted a new fund for public art, support for local entrepreneurs, and announced the arrival of businesses like Chik-Fil-A and Hotel MOHI, which he defended.
The mayor addressed community division fueled by fearmongering about immigration enforcement, urging a shift towards dialogue and cooperation, recognizing the migrant community as integral residents.
Despite local law enforcement’s collaboration with federal agents for serious crimes, Turner reaffirmed California law preventing police from engaging in immigration enforcement, advocating for community unity.
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