Ogunquit police officers will be wearing new “LGBTQ+ pride patches” throughout June for “Pride Month,” which is typically celebrated through corporate and government publicity activities, parades, and a variety of public events that promote alternative sexual lifestyles.
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“We are dedicated to celebrating diversity and fostering an environment of acceptance and understanding. Our department values the opportunity to show solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and to promote a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all,” Ogunquit Police Chief John Lizanecz in a Facebook post.
According to Chief Lizanecz’s post, every officer agreed voluntarily to wear the new pride patches.
The patch depicts the Ogunquit Police Department’s seal on a rainbow background.
Lizanecz claimed that the patches will “contribute to a more open and supportive community for everyone.”
Ogunquit is a hub for pride-themed events. This June’s Ogunquit Pride schedule includes numerous events throughout the first week of June, including a Pride Drag Brunch, which will be open to children.
Notably, some events, such as “Dueling Drag Divas,” are restricted by age and will not allow children.
