EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 · 3:30 PM AM · City Hall Room 303

TL;DR

The Equal Rights Commission held its regular meeting to discuss equity, inclusion, and upcoming plans for 2025. Commissioners reviewed communications from the City Attorney and Office of Equity and Inclusion, and discussed potential new appointments.

Key Decisions

  • Commissioner Appointments Discussion Ongoing
  • 2025 Orientation Planning In Progress
  • Human Rights Day Committee Update Reviewed
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Agenda

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  2. Untitled item
  3. Call to order
  4. Roll Call
  5. Approval of previous minutes
  6. Communication from Office of City Attorney
  7. Communication from Office of Equity and Inclusion
  8. Update on Commissioners appointments
  9. Communication from Human Rights Day Ad hoc Committee
  10. 2025 Orientation and Planning
  11. Community Announcements
  12. Adjournment
  13. Untitled item
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