Consideration of Appointments:  Commission on Diversity Awareness.

The Commission on Diversity Awareness consists of seven citizens 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 citizens; 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 are currently three seats available due to a resignation and expired terms. It is important to fill vacancies on Boards and Commissions quickly to allow the Commission to continue meeting on a regular basis. 

There are three appointments to be made.

There are eight applications on file for consideration by the Council as follows:

• Claire Hardii (new applicant)
• Mandy Martinez Gebler (new applicant)
• Jonathan  Michaels (new applicant)
• Mounia Mnouer (new applicant)
• Marcela Pino (new applicant)
• Angelica Maria Sanchez (new applicant)
• Andrea Thomas (new applicant)
• Christine Tucci (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 Shimoni, Councilmember Aslan, Councilmember McCarthy

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

Not applicable. 

Inclusive and Engaged Community

• Foster community pride & civic engagement by increasing opportunities for public involvement, in line with best practices & legal requirements
• Enhance community involvement, education & regional partnerships to strengthen the level of public trust

None. 

1) Appoint 3 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) Table the action to allow for further discussion or expand the list of candidates.

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.

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.