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Resolution Honoring the 10-Year Anniversary of the El Faro Shipwreck

Original title: RESO Commemorating the 10-Year Anniversary of the Sinking of the El Faro Container Ship, Honoring the Lives Lost & the Enduring Impact on the Jacksonville Community (Russell) (Introduced by CMs Amaro, Gay, Johnson, Freeman, Lahnen, Salem, Pittman, Peluso, Miller, Howland, Arias, Gaffney, Jr & Carrico) (Co-Sponsor CM Diamond) 10/14/25 CO Introduced: R 10/20/25 R Approve 7-0 10/28/25 CO Approve 18-0

October 28, 2025

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CandidateDonorAmountIndustryDate
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2024D&E Land Co., LLC$6,000-Sep 2022
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2024D&E Land Co., LLC$6,000-Sep 2022
Russell Betts for At Large DHS Mayor, 2024D&E Land Co. LLC$5,500-Aug 2024
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2024D&E Land Co., LLC$5,000-Feb 2024
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2020D&E Land Co., LLC$3,500-Sep 2020
Russell Betts for At Large DHS Mayor, 2024Gurgen Hakobyan$2,900Restaurant OwnerOct 2024
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2020Adam Regiaba$2,500N/AOct 2020
Tiffany Moore RussellMonisha Perkins$2,500media<br>consultantDec 2025
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2020Arthur Atinizian$2,500N/AOct 2020
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2020DHS1, LLC$2,500-Oct 2020
Russell Betts for At Large DHS Mayor, 2024DHS1, LLC$2,500-Oct 2024
Russell Betts for At Large DHS Mayor, 2024Victor Butte$2,000Business OwnerOct 2024
Russell Betts for At Large DHS Mayor, 2024IBEW Local Union 440 PAC$2,000-Nov 2024
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2024Victor Butte$2,000OwnerJul 2024
Russell Betts for At Large DHS Mayor, 2024United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local 167 PAC$1,500-Sep 2024
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2024Paula Terifaj$1,500VeterinarianJul 2024
Russell Stuart for School Board 2024Russell Stuart for Beverly Hills City Council 2024$1,139-Jul 2024
Russell Stuart for School Board 2024Russell Stuart for Beverly Hills City Council 2024$1,139-Jul 2024
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2024Christopher Melendres$1,000Property ManagerJul 2024
Re-Elect Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs City Council 2024Christopher Melendres$1,000Property ManagerJul 2024

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The Frame

What this does

This serves as an official act of public rerd recognizing the 2015 maritime disaster that resulted in the loss of 33 crew members, many of whom had ties to the Jacksonville area.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Families of the El Faro crew

The resolution serves as a formal public acknowledgment of the loss of their family members.

Jacksonville residents

The resolution is a symbolic act of remembrance and does not impose new requirements or services on the public.

What changed

Last recorded activity October 28, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

The Jacksonville City uncil has officially adopted a to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the sinking of the El Faro container ship. The measure honors the lives lost in the 2015 maritime tragedy and acknowledges the event's lasting impact on the Jacksonville community.

Key Facts

  • The resolution commemorates the 10-year anniversary of the sinking of the El Faro container ship.
  • The resolution honors the lives lost during the maritime disaster.
  • The resolution acknowledges the enduring impact of the tragedy on the Jacksonville community.
  • The resolution was introduced on October 14, 2025.
  • The resolution was approved by a committee vote of 7-0 on October 20, 2025.
  • The resolution was approved by the full City Council with an 18-0 vote on October 28, 2025.
  • The file number for this resolution is 2025-0787-A.

Why It Matters

This serves as an official act of public rerd recognizing the 2015 maritime disaster that resulted in the loss of 33 crew members, many of whom had ties to the Jacksonville area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this resolution?
It is a formal act by the City uncil to recognize the 10-year anniversary of the El Faro sinking and honor those who lost their lives.
Does this resolution provide funding or change city policy?
No, this is a mmemorative and does not involve appropriations or changes to city ordinances.

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Legislative Timeline

The resolution moved through the committee and full council approval process in exactly two weeks.

Connected Entities

personDiamondCo-sponsor of the resolution.Map →
locationJacksonvilleThe city where the City Council resides and where the ship had local ties.Map →
otherEl FaroThe container ship that sank in 2015.Map →
personRussellPrimary sponsor of the resolution.Map →

Sources

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