There is established a diversity, equity and inclusion commission consisting of seven members to be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council according to the confirmation process established by council resolution, from residents of the city. The term of office of the seven members shall be three years, except for initial appointments. Initial appointees shall serve for terms as follows:
Position No. 1: Ending December 31, 2021
Position No. 2: Ending December 31, 2021
Position No. 3: Ending December 31, 2022
Position No. 4: Ending December 31, 2022
Position No. 5: Ending December 31, 2022
Position No. 6: Ending December 31, 2023
Position No. 7: Ending December 31, 2023
(Ord. 1444 § 1, 2020)
The mayor may remove any member of the commission; provided, that such removal has the confirmation of a majority of the city council. Vacancies occurring otherwise than by expiration of the term shall be filled for the unexpired term in the manner regular appointments are made.
(Ord. 1444 § 1, 2020)
The commission shall elect its own chairperson and shall create and fill such other offices as it deems necessary or desirable. The commission shall hold public quarterly meetings or more frequently at the request of council and/or mayor and shall adopt rules for the transaction of business, keep a record of its meetings, and shall keep such record open to public inspection. A majority of the members of the commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business and any action taken by a majority of those present shall be deemed action of the commission.
(Ord. 1444 § 1, 2020)
The commission is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council, and as appropriate to other boards and commissions on such matters as may be specifically referred to the commission by the mayor or city council, including, but not limited to:
A. 
Serve as a commission for city government and the community by providing information, education, and communication that facilitates understanding of diversity and to celebrate and respect individual differences.
B. 
Recommend to the mayor and city council diversity opportunities to promote programs, and provide guidance to assure an accessible, safe, welcoming, and inclusive government and community.
C. 
Recommend to the mayor and city council effective strategies for public engagement, removing barriers, and increasing access to city services for our city's diverse population.
D. 
Support, challenge, and guide government and the community to eliminate and prevent all forms of discrimination and racism.
E. 
Facilitate the building of relationships with underserved and underrepresented communities and serving as trusted messengers to the community at large.
F. 
The commission shall deliver an annual report to the city council in written and oral form each year, when appropriate, to begin at least one year after the commission begins its work, and during other times as directed by the mayor or council.
(Ord. 1444 § 1, 2020)