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Residents urge council action after protests targeting Lafayette elementary, disagreement over Pride flag
Summary
Public commenters told the council that a small group of protesters has repeatedly targeted an elementary school and that the city’s Pride/Progress flag raising was politically charged; speakers asked the city to prioritize student safety and consider responses to persistent demonstrations outside school property.
Two members of the public told the City Council on Monday that continued demonstrations near Lafayette Elementary School are causing distress for students, staff and neighbors and asked the council to prioritize protection of children and community calm.
One commenter identified herself as a former teaching assistant at the elementary school and said a small group of protesters has frequently gathered…
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