HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-20-24 Public Comment - E. Krieger - Fund Tenent's Right to CounselFrom:City of Bozeman, MT
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Date:Wednesday, June 19, 2024 12:04:52 PM
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Emily Krieger
Email
emeelee1@hotmail.com
Phone
(703) 593-1841
Comments
Dear Bozeman City Commission, I strongly urge the city commission to fully fund a Right to Counsel program for
tenants in Bozeman. Well-regarded, national organizations report that when facing eviction, on average, 3% of
tenants have legal representation while 81% of landlords have legal representation. With this disparity, how is it
possible that this process is fair? It is not possible. And evictions are expensive, clog courts, and most importantly
put people onto the streets. Data show that when tenants are given right to counsel, evictions dramatically drop.
We have a responsibility to protect our community members, each other. Otherwise, what kind of community are
we? Sincerely, Emily Krieger 2727 Daisy Dr Bozeman, MT 59718
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