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minutes-dei-march 22 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Call to Order Chair Allen called the meeting to order at 5:07 pm. Roll Call Commissioners in person: Joelle Allen, Ajani Woodson, Ruth Paradise Commissions virtual: Thomas Huling, Chris Mitchell, Melissa Johnson Commissioners absent: Teresa Sit, Sheri Hixon Staff present: Kiarra Zackery, Equity and Inclusion Manager Maurice Harris, Council member Guests: Cynthia Rice, AVP for Diversity & Inclusion of Allianz Approval of February 22, 2022 agenda MOTION by Commissioner Mitchell for the approval of the agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Johnson. Motion carried 5-0. Allianz Discussion – led by Ajani Woodson Cynthia Rice, AVP for Diversity & Inclusion of Allianz provides an introduction and discusses building a connection and relationship with DEI and Allianz. Commissioner Woodson presents an idea of hosting an informative presentation to Allianz about the highlights and current events that is happening in the community from a DEI perspective. The Commission discusses the formatting, logistics, and engagement of this presentation. Vice Chair nomination and vote Since ex-Vice Chair Jonathan Kim has resigned from DEIC, Chair Allen submits the consideration of Commissioner Woodson for the Vice Chair seat. MOTION by Commissioner Johnson to elect Commission Woodson Vice Chair. Seconded by Mitchell. Motion carried 5-0. February 22, 2022 – 5:00 pm Council Conference Room Golden Valley City Hall 7800 Golden Valley Road City of Golden Valley Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission Regular Meeting February 22, 2021 – 5:00 pm 2 Feb. BAEGV Update – Budget Consideration Equity and Inclusion manager, Kiarra Zackery explains the purchases made for the BAEGV event. MOTION by Commissioner Paradise to fund the BAEGV event purchases. Seconded by Johnson. Motion carried 6-0. Chair Allen encourages the idea for the Commission to create a full budget of the year to approve instead of approving the budget each time the funds are utilized. Discussion about how to promote DEI events The Commission discusses how to improve on pre-promotion and advertising for future events. The conversation led to networking and engaging with different organizations, pre- writing and creating content, and improving on overall communication. Land Acknowledgement Subcommittee Update – led by Ruth Paradise and Sheri Hixon Commissioner Paradise proposes the land acknowledgement statement that was drafted with the help of Commissioner Hixon. The statement was also approved by the Native Governance Center which assisted the Land Acknowledgement subcommittee on ideas and recommendations. Commissioner Paradise also presents the suggestion of a monument and activities that will promote the history of indigenous people of Minnesota. Thoughts included forums, essays, and exhibits focusing on the indigenous culture. The Commission believes the action steps may need revision but agreed the land acknowledgement statement should be finalized. MOTION by Commissioner Johnson to adopt the land acknowledgement statement. Seconded by Paradise. Motion carried 6-0. Adjourn MOTION by Chair Allen to adjourn at 6:09pm. Seconded by Paradise. Motion carried 6-0. __________________________ Date _________________________________ Kiarra Zackery, Equity and Inclusion Manager City of Golden Valley Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission Regular Meeting February 22, 2021 – 5:00 pm 3 _____________________________ Date _________________________________ Joelle Allen, Chair