The City Council hereby establishes the African-American Advisory
Committee as follows.
The responsibilities of the Committee shall be to:
A. Recommend to the City Council and Administration actions, practices,
and policies to address the concerns, needs, and interests of the
black community of New Rochelle.
B. Facilitate constructive two-way dialogue between New Rochelle's black
community and decisionmakers in local government.
C. Enhance equitable access of black residents to municipal services
and information.
D. Promote and initiate black entrepreneurship, economic opportunity,
and business development in New Rochelle.
E. Promote dialogue and mutual understanding among all of New Rochelle's
diverse constituencies.
The following are considerations for appointment:
A. Meaningful leadership and/or advocacy experience.
B. Connection to relevant community organizations.
C. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
D. Overall composition that is reflective of New Rochelle's diverse
black community, with respect to age, socio-economic status, life
experience, and other relevant factors.