HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-08-25 Public Comment - K. Lindberg - Bereavement PolicyCustomer Submission #CS-25-1041 Open
Created on August 1, 2025 by Katy Lindberg
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To whom it may concern: I just read Gabrielle Murphyʼs account of how the City of Bozeman treated her
following her traumatic pregnancy loss, and I am at a loss for words. As a mother and a member of this
community, I feel compelled to express my deep disappointment and outrage. To deny her bereavement
leave a er the loss of her child is not only callous—it is incomprehensible. That this is even up for debate in
2025 is shocking. Is the City truly this out of step with basic compassion, family values, and the lived realities
of women? It is irrelevant that other forms of leave were technically available. Gabrielle lost a child. To
withhold bereavement leave in such a moment is indefensible. I urge the commission to revise this policy
immediately and to o er Gabrielle what she rightfully deserves—including a sincere, public apology. I
sincerely hope none of the decision-makers responsible for this harmful and dehumanizing decision ever
have to endure what Gabrielle has. And I hope they find the courage to acknowledge the wrong that was done
and make it right. Katy Lindberg 1117 S Grand Ave.
Assigned to
Alex Newby
Collaborator/s
Mike Maas
Due By
08/04/2025
Submission Age
7 Days
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Customer Messages (2)
Julie Hunter, BozemanMT@customerportal.help 08/01/2025 01:20pm Email
Issue # CS-25-1041: We've received your feedback!
Hello Katy Lindberg,
Thank you for your feedback (CS-25-1041). We're glad you reached out to the City of Bozeman. Your feedback has been received and is being routed
to the appropriate City staff! If your feedback requires follow-up please expect an answer within 3 business days.
Thank you.
Julie Hunter
Bozeman, MT
121 North Rouse Avenue
This email is in reference to issue CS-25-1041 (CRM-6Yva9tZ58). In case of any queries, you can respond to this email and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Bozeman, MT
121 North Rouse Avenue , Bozeman, MT 59715
Alex Newby 08/08/2025 10:11am Email
Issue # CS-25-1041: We've received your feedback!
Good day Katy,
Thank you for your feedback on City of Bozeman policy. Your message will be included in Public Comment that will be sent out to the City
Commission and City Sta on Tuesday, August 12th. Your input is appreciated.
Have a good Friday,
Alex Newby
Deputy City Clerk
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City of Bozeman
This email is in reference to issue CS-25-1041 (CRM-6Yva9tZ58). In case of any queries, you can respond to this email and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Bozeman, MT
121 North Rouse Avenue , Bozeman, MT 59715
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