HomeMy WebLinkAboutEquityDiversity 2015-06-11 MinutesAbsent: Kathleen Gantz, Aaron Dragonov, Crystal Sweet, Thong Ung
Guests: Jenny McCoy
Staff: Joyce Trantina
Meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS
Dave Johnson, Parks and Recreation Superintendent, shared a presentation about Tukwila park
signage. Park rules and regulations were recently updated and approved by City Council. It was
suggested this information come to the Equity and Diversity Commission, to discuss possible
outreach /engagement opportunities for sharing the regulations with our diverse communities.
The signs don't encompass all regulations, but show brief descriptions and pictures, depicting
acceptable behavior in parks, as well as prohibited activities (smoking, alcohol, etc.), and gives
info. for people who observe illegal activity.
The discussion included whether or not the signs should be translated, and if so, would the
Commission be willing to support funding, etc. Parks and Rec. are working with the City
Attorney and Tukwila Police to discuss enforcement of the regulations, which should be
finalized in July.
The signs will be printed in English, but it was felt that multi - language brochures to hand out for
rentals, on the City's website, etc. would be beneficial. Dave will send Joyce a draft of the
signage and she can share it with the Commissioners. Joyce will provide
Dave with a grant application form and resources for translation services. It was the consensus
of the Commissioners to support the new regulations and translated brochures.
OLD BUSINESS
Minutes from the May 14, 2015 meeting were approved as written. Moved by Melissa Hart; seconded
by Joan Hernandez.
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL
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Expiring Terms
Several Commissioner's terms will expire at the end of July and the group was very appreciative of those
who indicated their willingness to continue serving on the Commission:
• Kathy Hougardy, Pos. 1 (Council Rep.) Will Renew Term
• Joan Hernandez, Pos. 3 (Community Rep.) Will Renew Term
• Aaron Draganov, Pos. 8 (School Rep.) Will Renew Term
• Kathleen Gantz, Pos. 2 (School Rep.) Unable to Continue
• Nate Robinson, Pos. 7 (City Rep.) Undecided
Nate will make a determination regarding re- appointment and let Joyce know by July 8" .
Book Drive
Joyce provided a summary of the May book drive, informing the Commissioners that over 1,500 books
were collected, as well as gift cards totaling $149, for the purchase of additional books. Large
contributions were made by the Union Gospel Mission and Thrift It Books. A thank you letter was signed
by Commissioners and sent to these two organizations. The books have been temporarily placed in
storage at Showalter, and Aaron will let Joyce know when they are being pulled out for distribution, so
we can take some photographs for the suppliers, and also for City communication purposes. The book
drive was very successful, thanks to the support of the community, other agencies, and the help of all
the Commissioners. Joyce will get the gift cards to Aaron for purchasing additional books.
Teen Kick Off Event
The Commission will be hosting a table at the June 17 Teen Kick Off event at Foster High School. We will
share information about the Commission, and give out "One Tukwila" bracelets to kids who stop by.
Joyce will put together a "guess the gumball" display, to help get kids into the booth, and we will give
out Scholarship brochures and other materials.
Melissa will bring a cover — set up at 10:30, kids will stay until about 2:00
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Snack Program
Jenny McCoy presented the Commission with a special thank you card, and indicated how great the
partnership has been with the Snack Pack Program. They have moved goods into the storeroom and will
be looking for new partners this summer.
Other
Joyce shared information about potential sponsorship of the Ghanaian Association of Greater Seattle
who are having an event at TCC on July 11th. The group is also looking for sponsorship at various levels
of contribution for raffle prizes. While very worthwhile, the Commissioners felt that sponsorship of a
raffle prize did not meet the community- specific goals of the Commission, and will not be sponsoring a
prize at this time.
Meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m.
REMINDER - NO MEETING IN JULY
NEXT MEETING -AUGUST 6, 2015