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8.D.
Meeting Date:
12/19/2023
From:
Stacy Fobar, Deputy City Clerk
Information
TITLE:
Consideration of Appointments:
Commission on Diversity Awareness.
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Make one appointment to a term expiring September 2025.
Executive Summary:
The Commission on Diversity Awareness consists of seven residents who represent the diverse population of Flagstaff. The mission of the commission includes, but is not limited to, fostering mutual understanding, tolerance, respect, and awareness among all residents; recognizing the different economic, cultural, social, religious, and ethnic groups within the City; cooperating in the development of educational programs dedicated to improving community relations; and enlisting support of various groups to foster diversity awareness.
There is one appointment to be made due to a resignation. The City of Flagstaff is committed to increasing diversity in every board and commission, please consider how the applicant stated they may contribute to this commitment.
There are four (4) applications on file for consideration by the Council as follows:
Sandra Darling-Roberts (new applicant)
Stephanne L'Hommedieu (new applicant)
Mandy Martinez Gebler (new applicant and former commissioner)
Mindy Riesenberg (new applicant)
In an effort to reduce exposure to personal information the applicant roster and application will be submitted to the City Council separately.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENT:
Councilmember Sweet
Financial Impact:
These are voluntary positions and there is no budgetary impact on the City of Flagstaff.
Policy Impact:
Not applicable.
Connection to PBB Priorities/Objectives, Carbon Neutrality Plan & Regional Plan:
Inclusive and Engaged Community -
Foster community pride and civic engagement; advance social equity and social justice in Flagstaff; facilitate and foster diversity and inclusivity; and enhance community outreach and engagement opportunities.
Has There Been Previous Council Decision on This:
None
Options and Alternatives:
Appoint one Commissioner: By appointing a member at this time, the Commission on Diversity Awareness will be at full membership, allowing the group to meet and provide recommendations to the City Council.
Postpone the action to allow for further discussion or expand the list of candidates.
Background and History:
The City's boards, commissions, and committees were created to foster public participation and input and to encourage Flagstaff citizens to take an active role in city government.
Expanded Options and Alternatives:
INFORM: The vacancies are posted on the City's website and individual recruitment and mention of the opening by Commission members and City staff has occurred, informing others of this vacancy through word of mouth.
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