TMM Sample Letter
Here is what you can do to really help our cause:
- Identify your Town Meeting Members at this link. (precinct by map or street).
- Send a letter to your Town Meeting Members (example letter belowl, please make it your own!)
- Sign-up for the Burlington Against Racism newsletter here or fill out the form to volunteer.
Our DEI warrant article resource center with more information is here.
Please reach out to as many of your Town Meeting Members as you can. Even if they don’t agree with this, your voice matters -- you are their constituents and they have the obligation to represent your voice and opinions.
Thank you for your time and support!
Martha Duffield, PresidentNancy Bonassera, Vice President
Letter to Town Meeting Members
Subject: Warrant Article #7: School Department Salary for Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Dear <insert Town Meeting Member name>,
I am writing to ask you to support Warrant Article #7: School Department Salary for Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
I believe strongly that equitable practices and access are a cornerstone of a strong community and schools. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. Many of our students have shared recent incidents of discrimination and don’t feel safe. A director for diversity, equity and inclusion in our schools would provide leadership and consistency in executing our shared values, and help us create a data-driven response to address systemic issues. Most of our peer-districts with similar racial makeup have already taken this step, and Burlington students deserve no less.
Please vote yes on Warrant Article 7 to accelerate the process of hiring this position and encourage School Committee members to include this position in their budget for FY 2021/2022.
Regards,
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