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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:
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Council.
1. Three members representing the city, one of whom shall be a member of the Tukwila City
2. Three members employed by or a member of a school board of a school district in the city.
3. Three community members, two of whom may be representatives of the business community.
D. Terms of Appointment. Members of the Commission shall be appointed to serve one year terms.
E. Staffing. Staffing shall be provided by cooperative agreement between the Tukwila School District
and the City of Tukwila.
F. Officers, Meeting Procedures, Quorum.
1. Members of the Commission shall meet and organize by electing, from their membership, a chair
person and a vice- chair.
2. The chair person shall preside at all meetings. In the absence of the chair person, the vice -chair
shall chair the meeting. If neither the chair nor the vice -chair is present, a member chosen by agreement of
the attending members, shall act as chair person.
3. The Commission shall choose its own meeting dates and times, and shall adopt operating rules of
procedure.
4. The Commission shall keep the City of Tukwila and the Tukwila School District apprised of its
activities and recommendations through periodic reports.
5. A majority of the appointed members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the
transaction of business.
Section 2. This ordinance shall be reviewed one year after its passage to ensure it meets the needs of
fulfilling its purpose for the City, school districts, and citizens of Tukwila.
Section 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional for any
reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or
constitutionality of the remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published in the official
newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force and effect five (5) days after passage and
publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THS CITY CO CIL THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a Regular Meeting
thereof this o2 ti day of 1998.
Jolt W. Rants, Mayor
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: '/9
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:a/ /9
PUBLISHED: o?'/ 4'/
EFFECTIVE DA E: o? l 6
ORDINANCE NO.: g
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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.
On 4 toi r g the City Council of the City of Tukwila passed Ordinance
No. i
establishing an Equity and Diversity Commission, providing for
composition of Commission; terms of appointment; staffing; and officers, meeting procedures,
quorum; and providing for severability and establishing an effective date.
The full text of this ordinance will be mailed without charge to anyone who submits a
written request to the City Clerk of the City of Tukwila for a copy of the text.
APPROVED by the City Council at its meeting of
Published Seattle Times: 01/(O 791
CITY OF TUKWILA
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. /d s
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Cantu, City Clerk