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Corvallis council declares city a trans, intersex and gender-diverse sanctuary city after public testimony
Summary
Following extensive public comment in support, the council unanimously adopted a resolution declaring Corvallis a trans, intersex and gender-diverse sanctuary city; council removed one historical reference after discussion and pledged further policy follow-up.
The Corvallis City Council unanimously adopted a resolution on April 7 declaring the city a trans, intersex and gender-diverse sanctuary city following extensive public comment and council deliberation.
Councilor Bowden moved the resolution and councilors debated minor edits before a final vote. Community members and nonprofit leaders — including several speakers who identified their organizations or personal experiences — gave nearly a dozen public comments in favor. Speakers highlighted fears among immigrant and gender-diverse community members, urged expanded access to services and language assistance, and asked the city to pair the symbolic declaration with concrete protections and supports.
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