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Public commenter objects to Pride Month crosswalks and school materials, plans local protests
Summary
A resident expressed strong opposition to rainbow crosswalks and school wellness resources, making contested claims about materials and services available to students and saying she will organize protests at schools.
During public comment at the May 20 meeting, Beth Born identified herself and objected to rainbow-painted crosswalks and school materials she said promote transgender identities. Born said she has photographs of students painting crosswalks and alleged that school wellness centers and community partners provide certain services and items to students. "If you're going to be promoting that idea at the schools... I will be at the schools the following day to do a little protest," she said.
Her comments included vivid and contested assertions about medical procedures and school materials that she framed as concerns for children's safety and privacy. The transcript records no response, denial or factual correction from district or city staff during the meeting.
No formal district action or staff directive addressing Born's claims was recorded in the meeting minutes; public comment closed and the meeting proceeded to the next agenda item.
