Consideration of Appointments: Commission on Diversity Awareness
 

1. Make one appointment for a term expiring September 2025
2. Make two appointments for terms expiring September 2027

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.

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 six (6) applications on file for consideration by the Council as follows:

• Sandra Darling-Roberts (new applicant)
• Rasheera Dopson (new applicant)
• Emanuel Hernandez (new applicant)
• Silina Martinez (new applicant)
• Lisa Perez (new applicant)
• Mindy Riesenberg (new applicant)

In an effort to reduce exposure to personal information the applicant roster and applications will be submitted to the City Council separately.

COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENT: Councilmember Matthews, Vice Mayor Aslan, and Councilmember McCarthy

These are voluntary positions and there is no budgetary impact to the City of Flagstaff.

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1. Appoint three Commissioners: By appointing members 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.
2. Postpone the action to allow for further discussion or expand the list of candidates.

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.

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