Yes Or No On Cheyenne Anti-Discrimination Resolution? [Poll]

The Cheyenne City Council is currently considering an anti-discrimination resolution. Do you want the council to approve the resolution?

Opponents of the resolution argue there are already laws on the books protecting people from discrimination and say the resolution isn't needed. They also oppose setting up what they see as "special protection" for LGBT people Some opponents also argue that since it is a resolution and doesn't change any actual laws it is a waste of time.

Supporters say that even though it isn't a law it makes an important statement. Sara Burlingame of Wyoming Equality says there actually aren't any laws on the books in Wyoming protecting LGBT people from discrimination. She says the resolution could be important in convincing the state legislature to pass a non-discrimination bill since the resolution has a clause calling for that to happen.

Here is the resolution that is being considered:

WHEREAS, diversity is a critical component of a thriving, successful municipality; WHEREAS, in today’s world, discrimination occurs far too often on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, family status, veteran status, disability, marital status or source of income. Discrimination is wrong and presents a stumbling block to the pursuit of full equality;
WHEREAS, tolerance and acceptance will strengthen Cheyenne as a community, deepening bonds between neighbors and fostering a welcoming environment;
WHEREAS, a commitment to diversity will enhance the local economy, creating a positive-forward thinking environment that will help attract business and create jobs;
WHEREAS, to further these goals, the City of Cheyenne is in the process of modifying its own internal and personnel policies to additionally prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity;
WHEREAS, the city of Cheyenne will support a comprehensive state law that addresses hiring, housing and accommodation to prevent discrimination against LGBT employees and citizens and their families; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Cheyenne, in regular session duly assembled, it is the policy of the City to reject discrimination of any kind and to respect the inherent worth of every person, with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, family status, veteran status, disability, marital status, or source of income.
DATED this __th day of ___, 2016. CITY OF CHEYENNE, WYOMING ____________________________________ Richard L. Kaysen, Mayor
Attest: ______________________________________ Carol Intlekofer, City Clerk