Statement from Mayor Gibson

PUBLIC STATEMENT

May 11, 2023

Dear Citizens of Bandera,

I address you here as your Mayor, and I do not suggest that I speak for the entire City Council. I am deeply saddened today by the divisiveness being caused within our community over baseless allegations regarding my involvement in arranging for “a transvestite to come down from Austin and to read trans gender books to K through fourth grade in the library”. The suggestion that this rumor and call to action originated at a local bible study group last night is also unfounded and irresponsible.

The City of Bandera does not participate in the development of library programming, nor do I personally sit on the County library board of directors. Because I, and by association, the City of Bandera, have been made a part of this false accusation, I felt compelled to verify the false nature of the allegation with both the Library Director as well as the pastor of church in question. No such activity has been planned for our library, and the pastor assures me that to his knowledge this claim did not come from his congregation.

 The City of Bandera is committed to maintaining our international reputation as a hospitable community, we are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate against visitors or community members.

I kindly ask that you please not allow divisive and toxic gossip seep into your hearts and minds.  

Our incredible community is BETTER THAN ANY OF THIS!

Rebeca Gibson, Mayor