[Free and Safe Passage of Whales and Dolphins in San Francisco’s Coastal Waters] Resolution supporting the free and safe passage of whales and dolphins in San Francisco’s coastal waters, San Francisco Bay, and its estuaries. WHEREAS, Scientific evidence has shown whales and dolphins to be highly intelligent, sentient, emotional marine mammals that live in families or close-knit socially-oriented groups, lasting generations; and WHEREAS, Whales cited near San Francisco include Blue Whales, Gray Whales, Humpback Whales, and Orcas; and WHEREAS, Dolphins cited near San Francisco include Bottlenose Dolphin, the Pacific White-sided Dolphin, and the Harbor Porpoise; and WHEREAS, The City and County of San Francisco has a long history of supporting efforts to protect marine mammals, including calling for and supporting local and international protections; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that these magnificent creatures be protected in their natural environment; and WHEREAS, Captive individuals display signs of increased psychological stress and a higher mortality rate; and WHEREAS, The San Francisco Commission of Animal Control and Welfare adopted a Resolution supporting the free and safe passage of marine mammals; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the City and County of San Francisco supports the free and safe passage of all whales and dolphins in our coastal waters, including the Pacific Ocean, the San Francisco Bay, and its estuaries; and, be it FURTHER RESOLVED, That every whale and dolphin has the right to be free of captivity, and to remain unrestricted in their natural environment.
Posted on: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 06:07:31 +0000
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