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Tulare County
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LGBTQ proclamation walkout

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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.

Public comments (2)

OpposedJim ReevesJun 16, 2026

Criticized Supervisors Townsend and Vander Poel for walking out of the chamber during a Pride proclamation presentation, saying it was a political stunt that ignored county guidelines that proclamations are honorary and non-endorsements.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 1:10:31 →
OpposedCaitlin RowanJun 16, 2026

Thanked Vander Poel for replying to emails but pressed both supervisors on dismissing activism and protest, citing the Constitution and civil rights history, and criticized Townsend for not responding to her emails.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 1:13:39 →