HomeMy WebLinkAboutEquityDiversity 2012-07-12 MinutesEQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES
July 12, 2012
PRESENT: Joan Hernandez, Aaron Draganov, Mary Hulvey, Vern Seal, Kathleen Gantz
ABSENT: Charlie Penor, Brenna Arnesen, Carolyn Barge, Mellody Matthes
STAFF: Joyce Trantina
Joan moved to approve the June 7, 2012 minutes with one minor modification. Mary seconded.
Unanimous approval to accept the Minutes with the change on Page 3. (time of adjournment).
OLD BUSINESS
The group reviewed the latest draft of the Community Resources magnet for distribution at the
September cultural event. It was suggested that we add the phone number for the Crisis Help Line (to
reduce confusion with the Crisis Clinic number already shown). The group also felt it would be good to
add the words "Courtesy of...." In front of Tukwila Equity and Diversity Commission (bottom of the
magnet). We will also add 2012 in very small type, so that people know when this was done. The group
agreed that the magnet would be printed in 4 languages: English/400, Spanish/300; Napali /150 and
Somali/150. Kathleen and Mary will work on obtaining translations for the 3 languages mentioned
above. Final versions (all 4 languages) will be sent to Joyce who can arrange to have the magnets
printed. Cost from the E/D budget will be about $1,000, but should provide a worthwhile tool that can
be shared with residents at community events.
The City's Cultural Event will be held on Sat. Sept. 20th, 4— 8 p.m. at Foster. There will be activities
both inside and outside the high school (booths, dancing, food, etc.). We will need commission
members to take shifts at the booth throughout the event. The group discussed the idea of having a
map "put a pin where you are from" — and "put a pin where you live in Tukwila". After further
discussion, Aaron volunteered to use his new 5th grade class to make the world map. Joyce will provide
the large map of Tukwila. This should be a great way to engage folks in a discussion about how long
they've lived in the City, where they are from originally, etc.
A planning meeting for the Cultural event will be held on Friday, July 20th at the Community Center at
10:00 a.m. Kathleen plans to attend, but other commission members would be more than welcome.
Commission Membership/Board Re -Appointments
Joyce advised the members that 4 terms are expiring July 31, 2012: Mellody Matthes, Brenna Arnesen,
Mary Hulvey and Carolyn Barge. The first three individuals have expressed their interest and willingness
to be re -appointed for new terms, expiring July 31, 2014 and they will be confirmed at the upcoming,
July 16 City Council Meeting. We are uncertain whether or not Carolyn will seek re -appointment.
NEW BUSINESS
Strategic Planning
Joyce provided some background and updates regarding the Strategic Planning process, and provided
the group with handouts they could use, to direct folks to the City's website, community survey, staff
survey, etc. She shared info. about the on-going work of the various committees, community outreach
activities, and the role of commission members to act as "Ambassadors" in this important work for the
City. Joyce will send the members a flyer that can be distributed to their own email groups and
contacts.
Joyce will get in touch with the Library to see about posting some info./flyers for residents.
Meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
NEXT MEETING -AUGUST 2, 2012