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Equity and Inclusion Commission Minutes <br />February 12, 2025 – Draft Minutes <br />Page 2 of 2 <br />47 Mr. Montez noted the five values: accountability, safety, community, equity, and integrity. Each <br />48 value was defined with specific attributes to ensure a common understanding. <br />49 <br />50 Mr. Montez explained the strategic directions, which include community and civic engagement, <br />51 responsive services and safety, reliable and sustainable infrastructure, parks and natural <br />52 environment, economic vitality, and city operations. He noted success indicators were defined <br />53 for each strategic direction, providing specific measures of success. He gave an example of <br />54 community and civic engagement success indicators, including resident involvement and <br />55 influence on city decision-making. The importance of metrics in measuring progress towards <br />56 these success indicators was emphasized. <br />57 <br />58 c. Commission Workplan Discussion <br />59 <br />60 Equity and Inclusion Manager Montez discussed developingdepartmental work plans that align <br />61 with the strategic directions and success indicators. Each department will define objectives and <br />62 goals to advance the strategic plan. Integrating equity and inclusion into these work plans was <br />63 highlighted as a key priority. The goal was to embed equity into daily operations rather than <br />64 treating it as an additional task. The use of the equity and inclusion toolkit to support these work <br />65 plans was mentioned, focusing on making decisions that align with the city’s values. <br />66 <br />67 Mr. Montez proposed a commission work plan that focused on partnering with the administration <br />68 team to develop the strategic plan's objectives, goals, and metrics. The Public Participation in <br />69 Public Service (P2) model was introduced as a framework for public involvement in decision- <br />70 making. The proposed level of involvement was at the “involve” stage, with potential for <br />71 collaboration. The importance of transparency and involving youth commissioners in the process <br />72 was emphasized. <br />73 <br />74 Other Business <br />75 <br />76 Mr. Montez outlined the following steps: preparing talking points and a presentation for the <br />77 February 24, 2025, City Council meeting. He indicated the Commission’s role in the process was <br />78 to provide input and ensure alignment with the city’s goals and objectives. <br />79 <br />80 Adjournment <br />81 <br />82 Commissioner Filip-Crawford moved, and Vice Chair Goedken seconded a motion to adjourn. <br />83 The motion passed unanimously. <br />84 <br />85 Vice Chair Goedken adjourned the meeting at 7:41 p.m. <br />86 <br />87 Respectfully submitted, <br />88 <br />89 Sue Osbeck <br />90 TimeSaver Off-Site Secretarial, Inc. <br />Qbhf!234!pg!354 <br /> <br />