RECOMMENDATION #1

Prioritize creation and hiring of a full-time position dedicated to championing diversity, inclusion, and transparency within the city organization and in public engagement.

The City Manager has included an Inclusion and Transparency Coordinator position for City Council’s consideration for funding mid-year FY20-21.

Status: Complete

Completed Actions

• The City’s Training Coordinator position was reclassified to the Training & Equity Manager on June 9, 2021.
• A Human Resources Specialist has been added to assist with the development and administration of the program. This position will directly coordinate the CITF, Chin outreach efforts and other parts of the overall equity program.

Planned Actions

• An advisory committee will assist with the planning of public engagement and outreach. The group will include the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Human Resources Director, Community Relations Director, and co-chairs of the internal Diversity & Racial Equity Team.
• Reports related to development and implementation of the program will be provided separately.