Since the article came out, between digital and physical signatures, we are up to over 1000 signatures on our petition in just SIX DAYS!
The Vice Mayor of the city agreed to come out and meet my goats mid-week, but then said he was busy till the weekend (after I have to have them off of our property.. grrrr!!) I’m still extending the invitation for the mayor and vice mayor and council members to come out and see the goats living conditions, the compost bin (and marvel at how there are no flies, and how it does NOT stink!) and so on, but so far none of them has taken me up on the offer.
It looks like we’re going to have a strong presence at the City Council meeting on Monday! Lots of folks are digging in and getting involved, and me, my husband and my new local friend Sara had a blast handing out “I’m Pro Goat” stickers to people at our local Farmers Market. Now I’m daydreaming up new goat slogans… “Goats Are Not A Crime”? “Year of the Goat 2015”? Haha!
ALSO! I have heard through the grapevine that there WILL be opposition speaking out at the meeting on Monday, so overall it should be a lively event! *insert Michael Jackson eating popcorn meme here*
I am feeling extremely confident that the council will agree to at least consider goats in the city and put it on the next months agenda. It would be the height of hypocrisy and abuse of leadership positions to vote otherwise, when the whole community is coming out in support and demanding it be fairly reviewed.
Getting it on next meetings agenda is step one. Once that goes through, then the REAL fight is on! (And boy do I have some wicked fun campaign ideas to launch in the community!)
There’s so much more to share, and so many funny little connections – for instance, the newspaper reporter who wrote the article above lives on my street and had never once heard the goats or knew they lived down the road. Also one of the gals helping me petition actually lives behind my house and we never realized it till just now.. and so on and so on.. small city, eh?!
Anyhoo, I’m off to contact cities that have legalized city goats to get some information and stats to share with the council.. wish me luck! There’s tons to do, and less time to do it in! <3
Gingi, I wish you luck… I hope they listen. I’d sign your petition but I’m in Canada and I don’t think i’ll help… BUT, I will share it all over my social media ♡
Like I told Launna, the petition on change.org will tally the signatures by city, but all the others are just to show community support! Especially in the comments, I plan on printing ALL of those out, haha..
Just signed the petition! You go Gingi! I was telling the hubs last night that I was wondering what was happening with the great goat battle and here is your post, thanks for keeping us all updated. Good luck!!
Yay! I’m so happy for you all! I’m still going to continue sending you best wishes and hope for a great outcome. That’s crazy about the girl who lives behind you. Has she ever heard your goats? Again, best wishes!
I’m of the opinion she only discovered them recently, when climbing up on her fence and looking past the neighbors fence.. she’s not even a direct neighbor, she lives diagonally behind me. She’s one of those busybody, nose in everyones business types…
Wow, I can imagine there is so much to do! I wish you so much luck! I live in Austin, Texas…and I think that there are laws here that allow for farm animals such as goats. We have quite few urban farms. I have even heard that the Austin Parks Department uses goats to clear the city parks because of its sustainability. Maybe looking at their laws would help too. 🙂
That’s lousy that you are being told to get rid of your pals. I just signed your petition and I will be thinking of you on Monday! I really hope you win the battle! I will also share your article! Good luck momma!
Hi Gingi!! Long time! Looks like I have a lot of catching up to do. But first, I’ll begin with this recent post.
I read both the article (Congratulations! I say this definitely helped so much to get the word out about the issue and petition) and the petition page. I will sign that one shortly, even though it might not help a LOT because I’m on the other side of the other.. but nevertheless the number will add so it still helps even a bit.
I wish you the best of luck and success in getting this pushed through! I personally don’t see a problem about these goats because they aren’t causing anyone any harm, or even noise. You also take very well of them, and not causing any damage to people’s property. They’ve become not only an integral part of the family, but also they help out BIG time in raising the children.
Surprised you use their milk for the kids, too. It must’ve been mentioned a few posts back and I missed it. My bad.
“For the Freeman family, it means the loss of a provider.” This made me 🙁 ..
Your goats seem like they’re super sweet and such an integral part of your life. Best of luck on Monday! If I get a chance, I’ll do a sketch of a goat and a post about your goats tomorrow on my blog and facebook page.
I’m so sad to hear that they want to ban the goats:( I’ve enjoyed watching and learning about them through your posts. I will certainly have my fingers crossed that this ban gets lifted so you can keep them!!
I am so so happy for you babe!! Such a noble cause this is!! I too would love to sign the petition, but I am residing in Singapore, and I’m not exactly sure if it would make any kind of a difference? 🙁
It’s crazy to me that anyone wouldn’t be ok with goats as pets! I’m looking forward to hearing how this fight goes and celebrating when the opposition realizes how silly they are. 😉
I’m definitely pro-goat here! Anxious to hear how it turns out. Tonight’s the night! Really a silly thing and I hope they realize how wonderful your goats are.
Wow, it is fantastic that there are quite a lot of supporters and you are connecting with a number of them! I had signed the petition and wishing you the best in this “fight”!
Keep pressing forward girl. Keep moving forward. And if there is opposition at the meeting, don’t worry about it. You keep moving forward with what you believe in.
Gingi, I wish you luck… I hope they listen. I’d sign your petition but I’m in Canada and I don’t think i’ll help… BUT, I will share it all over my social media ♡
The petition on change.org will tally the signatures by city, but all the others are just to show community support! Especially in the comments!
I signed it Gingi and left a comment too ♡ … Good Luck 😉
Great article! I really hope you win this Gingi. I’d sign the petition, but don’t you have to live in the city for it to count?
Like I told Launna, the petition on change.org will tally the signatures by city, but all the others are just to show community support! Especially in the comments, I plan on printing ALL of those out, haha..
This is so exciting that you are actually doing something positive within your community. I wish I lived out there to help fight with you on this one!
Sounds like you have your hands full and I wish you all the best! xx
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Just signed the petition! You go Gingi! I was telling the hubs last night that I was wondering what was happening with the great goat battle and here is your post, thanks for keeping us all updated. Good luck!!
Yeah, I’ll be one busy lady till this all blows over, haha… I’m on the war path!!!
Yay! I’m so happy for you all! I’m still going to continue sending you best wishes and hope for a great outcome. That’s crazy about the girl who lives behind you. Has she ever heard your goats? Again, best wishes!
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I’m of the opinion she only discovered them recently, when climbing up on her fence and looking past the neighbors fence.. she’s not even a direct neighbor, she lives diagonally behind me. She’s one of those busybody, nose in everyones business types…
Wishing you luck on this and thanks for keeping us posted!
Gingi – yes, you must be SO SO busy but do wish you all the very best in your pursuit of a satisfactory outcome.
Thinking of you, and look forward to hearing more.
All the best Jan
All the best Jan
Wow, I can imagine there is so much to do! I wish you so much luck! I live in Austin, Texas…and I think that there are laws here that allow for farm animals such as goats. We have quite few urban farms. I have even heard that the Austin Parks Department uses goats to clear the city parks because of its sustainability. Maybe looking at their laws would help too. 🙂
Yeah, I’m studying ordinances around the nation to find precedence.. thanks for the tip my friend! <3
That’s lousy that you are being told to get rid of your pals. I just signed your petition and I will be thinking of you on Monday! I really hope you win the battle! I will also share your article! Good luck momma!
Thank you Angela!!! <3
Good luck, this sounds so cool
have a good weekend
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Good luck with the goat, I hope it goes well for you!
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Hi Gingi!! Long time! Looks like I have a lot of catching up to do. But first, I’ll begin with this recent post.
I read both the article (Congratulations! I say this definitely helped so much to get the word out about the issue and petition) and the petition page. I will sign that one shortly, even though it might not help a LOT because I’m on the other side of the other.. but nevertheless the number will add so it still helps even a bit.
I wish you the best of luck and success in getting this pushed through! I personally don’t see a problem about these goats because they aren’t causing anyone any harm, or even noise. You also take very well of them, and not causing any damage to people’s property. They’ve become not only an integral part of the family, but also they help out BIG time in raising the children.
Surprised you use their milk for the kids, too. It must’ve been mentioned a few posts back and I missed it. My bad.
“For the Freeman family, it means the loss of a provider.” This made me 🙁 ..
Thank you so much for signing! Community support puts pressure on, even if it doesn’t “count” for the city!! Thank you! <3
Oh my gosh that is so exciting! Congrats & good luck 😀
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Great post, Gingi, good luck, girl!
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Lenya
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Good luck! It’s wonderful the way people are coming together to support you 🙂
Yes, I am feeling very blessed!
Your goats seem like they’re super sweet and such an integral part of your life. Best of luck on Monday! If I get a chance, I’ll do a sketch of a goat and a post about your goats tomorrow on my blog and facebook page.
I hope you found a great TEMPORARY home for your goats until you get the council to approve your petition to keep the goats!!!
Excited and nervous for you all at once!! Hoping all goes great and you get your goast back!!
You and me both!
Very best of luck with this! Goats are beautiful and intelligent creatures, they don’t smell, and they make awesome and friendly companions and pets.
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Oh i’m hoping for it to be approved
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i mean, seriously, wht would happen if people got goat as a pets, nope, nothing damageding i think…
Right/!?!
I am so impressed! Much success to you! And good luck! I love goats.
xo, Bry
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I’m so happy for you! I hope it goes well.
Corinne x
Good luck!
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Signed your petition and shared Gingi! Doing the best I can and fingers crossed for you and your goat babies.
I’m so sad to hear that they want to ban the goats:( I’ve enjoyed watching and learning about them through your posts. I will certainly have my fingers crossed that this ban gets lifted so you can keep them!!
One person CAN make a difference. I hope you win this battle!!!!
I firmly believe thats true!! And yes, I do too!
I am so so happy for you babe!! Such a noble cause this is!! I too would love to sign the petition, but I am residing in Singapore, and I’m not exactly sure if it would make any kind of a difference? 🙁
It’s crazy to me that anyone wouldn’t be ok with goats as pets! I’m looking forward to hearing how this fight goes and celebrating when the opposition realizes how silly they are. 😉
Thank you for the update! It sounds like you are kicking booty! Keep us posted!
xo,
Jessica
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I’m trying!! hehe!
I’m definitely pro-goat here! Anxious to hear how it turns out. Tonight’s the night! Really a silly thing and I hope they realize how wonderful your goats are.
yay! I shall be keeping everything crossed for you.
Wow, it is fantastic that there are quite a lot of supporters and you are connecting with a number of them! I had signed the petition and wishing you the best in this “fight”!
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Thanks for the update, glad it’s going well! Wish you all the luck and hope you win <3
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Rooting for you, babe! Keep us posted! 🙂
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Good luck my friend! I’m crossing my fingers for you!
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Thank you my friend!
Keep pressing forward girl. Keep moving forward. And if there is opposition at the meeting, don’t worry about it. You keep moving forward with what you believe in.
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