>> reporter: city officials say they hear those concerns. >> we are dtaking this very seriously and unpacking this head on, because no one should have to change the way they dress, whether they wear a facial beard or they wear a synagogue or a yamika on their heads. >> reporter: they said what is needed in a time of tolerance is more toleration for elected officials. >> standing up and denouncing hate in all its forms, it's not just words. it really makes the difference in the aftermath of a hate crime or worse. >> reporter: as for kiva pearl, he offered this advice. >> increasing goodness and kindness to one another, all walks of life. that increases in goodness and helps, because a little light, you know, elevates and illuminates all darkness. ro