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Dear [Council Member's Name],

I hope this message finds you well. As an Amarillo resident, I am writing to express my concern about the upcoming decision on the ballot language for the Sanctuary City for the Unborn ordinance. It is crucial that the language used on the ballot accurately reflects the true impact of this ordinance.

Misleading or vague language will misinform voters about the ordinance's real consequences. This will erode trust in our local government and the electoral process, as citizens may feel like they have been deceived or misled.

Additionally, poorly defined ballot language will lead to legal confusion and potential challenges, creating uncertainty about the ordinance's implementation and enforcement. More importantly, it risks infringing on the constitutional rights of individuals, particularly concerning personal autonomy, privacy, and freedom to travel.

Unclear regulations and the possibility of legal battles could also lead to increased costs for the city, diverting funds from other critical public services and placing an unnecessary financial burden on our community.

I urge you to ensure that the ballot language clearly and accurately reflects the ordinance's true impact. This will allow voters to make an informed decision and maintain the integrity of our local government.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Contact Information]

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Remember that you cannot email all the council members at the same time. This email will need to be sent separately to each member’s email address:

Mayor Cole Stanley: cole.stanley@amarillo.gov

Councilman Place 1, Josh Craft: josh.craft@amarillo.gov

Councilman Place 2, Don Tipps: don.tipps@amarillo.gov

Councilman Place 3, Tom Scherlen: tom.scherlen@amarillo.gov

Councilman Place 4, Les Simpson: les.simpson@amarillo.gov

Please note that the city secretary has to be CC’d on all correspondence: stephanie.coggins@amarillo.gov