Ord 1828 - Equity and Diversity Commission (Repealed by Ord 2003)

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Q: �O y +R ..908 T ukwfia it o 0003 Washington Ordinance No. /919 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR THE PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF DUTIES OF THE COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila is a community that is experiencing remarkable growth in a citizenry that is culturally diverse; and WHEREAS, in a community comprised of citizens of different traditions and ethnicity reflecting cultural diversity, it is important to develop understanding, tolerance and appreciation for those differences, as well as finding common areas of strength; and WHEREAS, an Equity Task Force, consisting of representatives from the community, Tukwila School District and the City of Tukwila, dedicated to exploring issues related to equity and cultural diversity, existed informally for several years; and WHEREAS, a joint City /Tukwila School District Equity and Diversity Commission was established by Resolution 1369 in December, 1996; and WHEREAS, it has been determined by the City of Tukwila and the Tukwila School District that it is in the best interests of the community to provide direction, resources and a formal structure to the Commission; and WHEREAS, it has been determined that the creation of a formal commission will aid the residential and business communities in communication and cooperation through the promotion of tolerance and understanding in a culturally diverse environment; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Equity and Diversity Commission. A. Establishment of Commission. There is hereby established an Equity and Diversity Commission which shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and Council of the City of Tukwila and the Tukwila School Board. B. Purpose. The objective of the Commission shall be: 1. To promote understanding that accepts, celebrates and appreciates cultural diversity within the community. 2. To serve as a resource for the community by providing information and educational forums that will facilitate a better understanding and acceptance of cultural differences. 3. To provide recommendations to the Mayor, City Council and School Board that would identify opportunities to address cultural diversity issues or promote cultural diversity programs. C. Composition of Commission. The Commission shall be comprised of nine members who shall be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Council. To the extent possible, membership shall be representative of the diversity of the school district and city and should include: EQITYCMI.DOC 1127198 1