WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — The Wichita City Council has put off a decision on a proposed anti-discrimination ordinance, saying it needed more community input even after two marathon public listening sessions.
The proposal bans discrimination in employment, housing and businesses.
About 40 people weighed in Tuesday during the three-hour meeting. Some described how discrimination has impacted their lives and others said that the ordinance would infringe on their religious liberties.
The discussion focused mainly on sexual orientation and gender identity. The council tentatively agreed to take the proposal up again on Oct. 12.