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Proposed Drag Show At Historic Stockton Amusement Park Sparks Community Controversy

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Stockton's Pixie Woods, a 69-year-old beloved children's amusement park, became the stage for a fervent city council meeting on Tuesday night. 

Here are 5 things to know from city council meeting.

  1. San Joaquin Pride Center's proposed family-friendly drag show at Stockton's Pixie Woods sparked intense debate at a city council meeting, with community members both opposing and supporting the event.
  2. Alice Dixon, a local resident, pleaded for the cancellation of the show citing concerns over preserving the park's innocence, while Tracee Bucio and her daughter Leeloo shared their positive experiences with family-friendly drag shows.
  3. City Manager Harry Black clarified the public facility rental process, stating the Pride Center's application is still under review, while City Attorney Lori Asuncion highlighted the issue as a First Amendment concern.
  4. Opposition to the event extended to threats of boycotts of establishments that support such events, while supporters emphasized the event's role in promoting acceptance and self-expression.
  5. The council took no action as the drag show was not a scheduled discussion item, and a permit for the event remains pending with no clear grounds for denial due to First Amendment protections.

    As the city council meeting concluded without a decision on the issue, the future of the proposed drag show remains uncertain. For more on this story check it out on The Stockton Record.

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