The issue brought dozens of comments from residents. Here’s a sampling:
A lot of military veterans make good cops, unfortunately many are unable to apply due to tattoos. — Seth Rockenfelder
I don't have any tattoos, but have no problem with a deputy, firefighter, paramedic, nurse, doctor.. etc...having them as long as they aren't vulgar. As for tattoos affecting professionalism? Nah- professionalism comes from your actions and behavior, not appearance. I have seen people dressed to the nines be the rudest, nastiest, most unprofessional person you could dream of, and have seen others who would definitely raise an eyebrow with their appearance demonstrate more respect, kindness, and professionalism than most other humans. — Cindy Phillips
Tattoos look dirty! I would never hire anyone with tattoos or facial piercings! I even,walk out of businesses when l find help especially in restaurants not worthy of my patronage. — Kurt Berhalter
No face or neck tats, but anywhere else, fine. — Mike Miller
Unless they're rude or vulgar, why the heck would it matter? What's on someone's skin absolutely does not affect how they do their job! — Kathy Asbach
How is this still an issue in 2019? As long as they aren't something super vulgar, what does it matter? — Anna Schoppenhorst
It's not the tattoo that determines the person. Who cares if it shows as long as it is not offensive to race or Religion. — Sherry Johnson Grissom
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