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7.A.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
Meeting Date:
02/04/2025
From:
Georganna Staskey, Deputy City Clerk

TITLE:

Consideration of Appointments: Commission on Diversity Awareness
 

STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:


Make one appointment for a term expiring September 2026.
 

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.

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 five (5) applications on file for consideration by the Council as follows:
  • Rasheera Dopson (new applicant)
  • Silina Martinez (new applicant)
  • Lisa Perez (new applicant)
  • Amy Miller (new applicant)
  • Carmenlita Chief (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 Garcia

Financial Impact:

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

Policy Impact:

Not applicable. 

Previous Council Decision or Community Discussion:

None. 

Options and Alternatives to Recommended Action:

  1. 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.
  2. Postpone the action to allow for further discussion or expand the list of candidates.

Connection to PBB Priorities and Objectives:

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.

Connection to Regional Plan:

None

Connection to Carbon Neutrality Plan:

None

Connection to 10-Year Housing Plan:

None

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