HomeMy WebLinkAboutNon-Discrimination Public Comment from Deidre Combs 4-24-14From:Stacy Ulmen
To:Agenda
Subject:FW: Please stand up for the rights of EVERYONE in Bozeman
Date:Thursday, April 24, 2014 9:05:17 AM
-----Original Message-----From: deidre@combsandcompany.com [mailto:deidre@combsandcompany.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2014 11:31 AMTo: Stacy UlmenSubject: Please stand up for the rights of EVERYONE in Bozeman
Deidre Combs1095 Cougar DriveBozeman, MT 59718-8375
April 23, 2014
City of Bozeman121 North Rouse PO Box 1230Bozeman, MT 59711
City of Bozeman:
Strong communities take care of their neighbors.
Bozeman is that kind of community. Passing an ordinance to protect people from discrimination on thebasis of sexual orientation and gender identity just makes sense. Our gay, lesbian, bisexual andtransgender neighbors deserve to be able to work, live and do business in Bozeman.
The nondiscrimination ordinance would prohibit discrimination against LGBT people in employment,housing and public accommodations.
Everyone needs to have the ability to earn money to put a roof over their loved ones' heads and foodon the table.
Bozeman residents value fairness and equality. We know that our strength as a community is basedupon treating each other with dignity and respect.This ordinance will match public policy to our community values.
Please consider passing the nondiscrimination ordinance and providing clear direction and leadership onhow we treat our citizens. Thank you.
The qualities of justice and fairness that brings us together are fargreater than what makes us different. This ordinance isn't only aboutprotecting our neighbors from experiencing discrimination. It's aboutbranding Bozeman as a welcoming and diverse community.
Please pass the nondiscrimination ordinance.
Sincerely,
Deidre Combs
406.522.8829