February 27, 2017
Homer City Council
491 E. Pioneer Ave. Homer, AK 99603
Dear City Council,
I live in the Homer area, though not within the city limits. I offer the following comments on the proposed Resolution 17-019.
I've read the original and amended versions of Resolution 17-019 and the many letters you've received in response to this resolution. I've see letters from friends and neighbors both in support and opposition. It's understandable that the original version brought strong opposition from many people, as it represented a controversial viewpoint. The amended resolution is much more acceptable, and is not a sanctuary city resolution, nor does it encourage illegally harboring undocumented immigrants or commit city dollars to sheltering undocumented immigrants. I support it. I hope that those who wrote in opposition will reread the amended version of this resolution and consider its merits.
Homer is a diverse community, with people of widely differing viewpoints. I find it unfortunate that at this point in time there is so much hostility expressed towards the beliefs of others. As amended, I find this resolution to be a positive step in the direction of reestablishing an atmosphere of respect, so that we can start to move beyond viewing eachother as adversaries. I hope that in considering this resolution, we can listen to eachother.
Thank you Council Members for your work and dedication to making Homer a better place to live. Thank you Council Members Aderhold, Reynolds, and Lewis for allowing the concerns addressed in this resolution to be considered by our community.
Sincerely,
Ann Hackett