HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-20-24 Public Comment - T. Vanderpan - Bozeman Single-Use Plastics Petition_Ballot Initiative_LawsuitFrom:Tracie Vanderpan
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Bozeman Single-Use Plastics Petition/Ballot Initiative/Lawsuit
Date:Monday, August 19, 2024 1:55:53 PM
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Re: Written public comment for the Tuesday, Aug 20 Commission Meeting
City of Bozeman Commissioner:
I never expected to get involved as a volunteer petition-gatherer starting in June but I
changed my mind after reading the "single-use plastics" petition. This is a legitimate
reason for regulation of retail plastic bags, styrofoam foodware and straws/stir
sticks to protect our environment and health for all. But this was only to get the
initiative on the ballot for ALL City of Bozeman registered voters to decide yes or no.
During my time collecting signature, I was encouraged over and over again by thepeople supporting the cause. As well as, many from the surrounding areas
(Bozeman, Belgrade, Manhattan, etc.) that stated they wished they could sign. And
even more impressive, were the people recognizing and supporting the non use of
plastics by using their own bags at the stores.
After gathering over 10K signatures (unfortunately representing many Bozeman &
county voters), please put this initiative on the November ballot for ALL City of
Bozeman voters to decide for themselves and not a decision made by ourgovernment leaders.
Thank you for your time,
Tracie VanderpanCity of Bozeman Voter
Photo: With permission from Frannie Kocemba; Photo 10/2020, British Columbia