HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-06-20 Public Comment - K. Wright - Christopher Coburn for City Commission VacancyFrom:kate wright
To:Agenda
Subject:City Commissioner ~ Public Comment
Date:Tuesday, October 6, 2020 6:12:02 PM
Dear Commissioners:
You face a challenging decision, selecting whom of the many qualified, committed and skilled
candidates to appoint to City Commission for the remainder of former Mayor Chris Mehl’s
term.
I urge you to appoint Christopher Coburn.
I have had the honor of working with Christopher as a member of the 5210+ Steering
Committee (formerly known as Gallatin County’s Nutrition & Physical Activity Committee) and
on several of this committee’s working groups. Christopher oversees and facilitates this
vibrant network of community partners. He consistently offers thoughtful, professional
leadership. He listens carefully, considers thoroughly, and values multiple perspectives. He
understands the many ways policy and community planning impact the health of those who
live here, directly and indirectly. He builds authentic relationships. In short, Christopher has
the skills, experience, judgement, temperament and commitment to make an excellent City
Commissioner.
In addition, as a Montanan and as an individual who has long advocated for the inclusion of
underrepresented voices, Christopher will bring perspective and lived experience that would
be invaluable to have within the Commission.
Thank you for your service, and for selecting the candidate who offers the most to our
growing metropolitan community as an appointed Commissioner.
Sincerely,
Kate
Kate Burnaby Wright
501 S Third Avenue
Bozeman, MT