HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-03-24 Public Comment - K. Iwai - Emma Bode for City CommissionFrom:Kiersten Iwai
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Emma Bode for City Commission
Date:Sunday, June 2, 2024 9:32:01 AM
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I’m Kiersten Iwai, submitting a comment in support of Emma Bode for the position of
Bozeman City Commissioner. I am a Bozeman resident of over ten years.
As a young professional, resident, and employer, I have witnessed and experienced
the beauties and challenges of living and working in Bozeman. As the City continues to
face pressure from all sides, on all issues, it’s important to have Commissioners who can
listen, collaborate, and creatively brainstorm solutions that can address the needs of
residents.
Emma Bode is this person. I can say with confidence that she is the right person for this
role, someone who is up to the challenge to tackle Bozeman’s complex problems while
working collaboratively and intentionally with fellow Commissioners and other stakeholders.
She approaches problems with an eye towards values and data, making her the most
deliberate decision-maker. She will thoughtfully consider every perspective, gather every
dataset available, and converse with all the people before coming to a decision. She’s not
afraid to dive into difficult conversations and respectfully challenge others while being
challenged herself. These are qualities that I want in an elected official; someone who will
carefully consider all factors and impacts of a decision and measure solutions with the
needs and values of the community.
I would be thrilled and honored to be represented by Emma Bode.
Thank you