REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Travis K. Hopkins, Assistant City Manager
Subject:
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Approve one or more appointments to the Human Relations Task Force (HRTF) as recommended by City Council Liaisons Natalie Moser and Rhonda Bolton
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Statement of Issue:
The Human Relations Task Force currently has two (2) unscheduled vacancies that will expire on December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2023.
Furthermore, the HRTF is anticipating three scheduled vacancies will also expire on December 31, 2021. These vacancies are currently filled by three members who are in good standing with the HRTF and seeking reappointment for an additional term.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable
Recommended Action:
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A) Approve the appointment of Jonathan Smith for his first term as a member of the Human Relations Task Force through December 31, 2023, the end of term for the current vacancy; and/or
B) Approve the appointment of Elaine Keeley for her initial term as a member of the Human Relations Task Force through December 31, 2021, the end of term for the current vacancy and approve an extension of her term through December 31, 2025; and/or
C) Approve the reappointment of Antonio Benitez as a member of the Human Relations Task Force through December 31, 2025; and/or
D) Approve the reappointment of Hemesh Patel as a member of the Human Relations Task Force through December 31, 2025; and/or
E) Approve the reappointment of Chris Hoff as a member of the Human Relations Task Force through December 31, 2025.
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended appointments and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The Human Relations Task Force (HRTF) was formed in April 1997 with a mission to "promote and celebrate diversity in our community through education and understanding." Currently, there are two available vacancies on the Task Force, du...
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