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Gaithersburg Achieves 100 Score on Municipal Equality Index

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Gaithersburg Achieves 100 Score on Municipal Equality Index

The City earned a score of 100 points in the 2024 Municipal Equality Index, an initiative of the Human Rights Campaign that examines the inclusivity of laws, policies, and services with respect to the LGBTQ+ community. Cities are rated based on non-discrimination laws, the municipality as an employer, municipal services, law enforcement, and leadership on LGBTQ+ equality. The City’s score in 2023 was also 100. The Index used 49 different criteria to rate 506 cities across the country.

“We pride ourselves on being a welcoming community, and I think this rating demonstrates our continued commitment to being an inclusive city,” said Mayor Jud Ashman. “Regardless of where you come from, who you love, or how you identify, we want all people to feel that Gaithersburg is a great place to work, visit and call home.”

Click here to read the full report.

This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement.

 

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Roy Kelley, Retired, Former Associate Broker, RE/MAX Realty Group

Gaithersburg, Maryland  

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Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Central CT Real Estate Broker

This is a good form of  recognitions  for the caring people that live in Gaithersbur

Dec 05, 2024 03:07 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

 Roy, everyone should feel welcome and valued, no matter their background or identity. It's heartening to see Gaithersburg recognized as a place where this holds true.

Dec 05, 2024 04:21 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Roy. For some the 100 score is a blessing and for some it is a curse. Trying to convince someone against their will leaves them with the same opinion still. Let's just say it is a start. Enjoy your day.

Dec 05, 2024 04:53 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

The 100 score on the Municipal Equality Index is something Gaithersburg can be proud of, Roy.

Dec 05, 2024 05:24 PM