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Edmonds DiversityCommission
Brackett Meeting Room, Edmonds City Hall
121 5" Avenue North, Edmonds, WA 98020
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
6:OOPM — 8:OOPM
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6:00 P.M.
— Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement: "We acknowledge the original inhabitants of this place, the
Sdohobsh
(Snohomish) people and their successors the Tulalip Tribes, who since time immemorial have hunted,
fished, gathered, and taken care of these lands. We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and we
honor their sacred spiritual connection with the land and water." - City Council Land Acknowledgment
1.
Roll Call and Absences
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Approval of October 7, 2020 Meeting Summary
4.
Discussion and potential approval of 2021 Grant Requests
ECA Request for $500 "Kidstock! @Home Series: Joe Seamons & Ben Hunter
Sherwood Elementary PSO Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Request for $500 for
School and Community Equity Awareness Outreach
5.
Partnership Sub -group: Request approval of $500 for consultant to create diversity and equity
"toolkit" to share with Edmonds businesses
6.
Interview applicants for commissioner (three open positions)
Dr. Mari Acob-Nash
Dr. Patricia Franklin-Therrell
Alison Alfonzo Pence
Alberto Orej el Malfavon
Ardeth Weed
7.
Recommend to City Council for confirmation of appointments to Commission.
8.
Update from the city: Patrick Doherty, Adrienne Fraley-Monillas (As time permits)
9.
Commissioner's Corner (As time permits)
Adjourn — 8:00 PM
Next
regular meeting: Wednesday, December 2, 2020, 6 PM, Via Zoom.
Guiding Principles
To ensure we meet our responsibilities as a Commission, we agree to
• start and end our meetings on time
• demonstrate our respect for our fellow Commissioners, the City of Edmonds, and the citizens we represent by: being present, being prepared, actively
listening, participating in meetings, completing our individual assignments, and holding ourselves accountable
• "step up and step back"
• establish goals and action plans that are results oriented
• establish subcommittees as needed
• engage in courageous, honest, and open dialogue when faced with difficult issues or questions
• utilize the "Ouch Rule" (assume positive intent; resist the temptation to be offended)
• embrace the education opportunities presented through the Commission meetings
• strive to make decisions by consensus. In a case where consensus cannot be reached after a reasonable attempt has been made, the Chairperson may call for a
majority vote.
CITY OF EDMONDS
DIVERSITY COMMISSION
October 7, 2020
Meeting conducted via Zoom
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
Pat Valle, Chair
Anabel Hovig, Vice -Chair
Dean Olson
Nikki Okimoto Glaros
Donnie Griffin
Mindy Woods
Brian Potter
Sarah Mixson
Sekou Kon6
Council member Adrienne Fraley-Monillas, ex
officio
Council member Vivian Olsen
GUESTS PRESENT:
Mayor Mike Nelson
Frances Chapin
STAFF PRESENT
Patrick Doherty, Director
Cindi Cruz, Program Coordinator Economic
Development & Community Services
Arwen Marohn, Diversity Commission
Coordinator
6:00 P.M. — Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement: "We acknowledge the original inhabitants
of this place, the Sdohobsh (Snohomish)people and their successors the Tulalip Tribes, who since
time immemorial have hunted, fished, gathered, and taken care of these lands. We respect their
sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and we honor their sacred spiritual connection with
the land and water." - City Council Land Acknowledgment
1. Roll Call: Pat Valle called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and read the land
acknowledgement.
2. Approval of Agenda: Pat recommended adding update on Equity and Justice Task Force in
New Business. Agenda approved by consensus.
3. Approval of Sep 2, 2020 Summary: Approved by consensus.
4. Public Comment:
Jennifer McLaughlin shared that a group is revisiting the Harvey's Tavern Incident and how to
deal with racially motivated bias in Edmonds and wants to know what we are doing in our
policy committee regarding these incidents. There is a community organizing team exploring
ways to connect with the Diversity Commission in partnership. There is a team of about 25 in
Edmonds that are organizing and willing to be part of the support. Reach out to her or Katy
Mahoney to discuss.
5. Welcoming Mayor Nelson
Policy Committee crosswalk issue: The Mayor has been working on this issue for some time.
There is no money currently to cover a stationed guard there and he says the problem is more
seasonal. He reached out to Governor's office and WSDOT. They are working on a solution,
but it may not ideal for what we want. The plan is to change the lights there and to install
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sensors. Edmonds will install large digital signs telling drivers to not sit in the intersection or
crosswalk. The police are aware but cannot allocate someone full time. The Mayor encouraged
us to vocalize our concerns to our local legislators.
The Mayor is excited about the work the Equity and Justice Task Force is doing. He said every
decision made will be focused through an equity lens and the recommendations that the task
force is compiling.
Regarding the Police Chief application process: They reposted the position in order to have at
least three applicants. There will be a community panel involved in the selection process. The
City will also be appointing a new municipal judge. The Mayor has requested that a member of
the Diversity Commission be part of this panel for appointing the new municipal judge.
Virtual neighborhood meetings: The Mayor will be participating in neighborhood zoom
meetings to connect with communities. The first one is Thursday 15t'', 7:30 pm, for 5 Corners &
Chase Lake Community.
Budget announcement: The Mayor shared the 2021 Budget with the community online this past
Tuesday. There will be money to support diversity training for staff, boards, commissions and is
extended to Council. Police body cams and training will be implemented soon and currently at
no cost. Chief Lawless can come and discuss with the Commission if we would like.
Commissioner questions:
Donnie complimented the Mayor on including members of the Diversity Commission in the
Equity and Justice Task Force and for requesting a member to be part of the community panel
for appointing a new municipal judge. He shared his concern about cultural bias in regard to
women and African Americans within the police department and feels real systemic change
needs to happen. He does not feel that Chief Lawless would be the one to do this, especially in
regard to Chief Lawless' response to removing SROs from Edmonds Schools. He asked what
the Mayor's perspective is on systemic change within the police department and what the
Mayor is doing personally in his own department regarding supporting a diverse staff and
welcoming environment to diverse people.
Mayor Nelson shared his comments on his ability to get to know Police Chief Lawless and he
appreciated his responses and actions within the department during COVID. He shared that the
department is now more diverse than it was with the recent new hires. There is a conscious
effort in changing demographics. System change more than hiring a new person, it's trying to
change a culture. It requires a lot of work and investment that will take more than one person.
The Mayor also shared that there will be three new candidates to choose from to lead the
department going forward.
Donnie inquired if any of those individuals on the list are people of color? The Mayor said he
has two finalists so far and needs a third, but says the Diversity Commission will not be
disappointed in one of the candidates for sure.
The Mayor made a point that it is not accidental that there is a big focus is on HWY99
improvement and selective distribution of the Cares grants, small business support. A majority
of these were awarded to women and people of color. He stressed that Edmonds gave more to
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these groups than any other surrounding city. He trying to address issues of equity when
opportunities come up.
Donnie stated the Mayor has an opportunity to appoint and select people of color and bring
them close to the office. He wants to see more people like him and other communities in these
positions and in active leadership roles. How can the Mayor personally change that? The Mayor
agreed that there is work to do in regards to Donnie's concerns and moving forward on those
issues he wants people of color to feel safe and trust local government and will work on making
those changes.
6. Update from the City:
Adrienne praised the Mayor for branching out to connect with the community through zoom
and social media. She announced that the proposed 2021 Budget includes funding to a fulltime
social worker. She commented that Edmonds is doing well with the budget during COVID and
has around 86% revenue compared to normal.
Patrick also commented on the proposed 2021 budget that would include a new position for a
fulltime social worker and a one-half million dollar human services budget, which the city
never had before. This budget will allow for the position and the remainder of the funds will go
to direct services to people in various needs in the community. He also mentioned that the
Council expanded the Cares fund grants to businesses and individuals/households.
Thursday 15t', 7:30 pm next meeting neighborhood meeting will be focused on 5 Corners &
Chase Lake community. They have established 9 greater neighborhood areas and every other
month these zoom meetings will be held. The next one will be in December- Ballinger and
HWY99 area.
HWY99 budget, transportation improvements and community renewal planning effort are
targeted toward the South end of HWY99. This is through State planning, public input &
involvement, and then Council can adopt.
Cindi with us for her last meeting. November 2" d last day and everyone expressed their
gratitude for all the work she's done and her involvement in the community.
7. Old Business:
a. Decals — We have ordered new decals and they are available. Staff will be available to hand
them out or mail them. There is still money for more decals but the money needs to be used
before end of year.
b. Diversity Commission Grants & Commissioners — Notice has gone out and we are
receiving applications through 21". Dean & Brian have offered to review the grant
applications.
8. Subgroup Reports:
a. Policy: Dean's report was submitted to the Mayor. Dean shared that the group met and
discussed how we could do more work with the city codes to address response to racial
incidents. Arwen researched and sent information to the group to review and discuss.
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b. Partnership & Outreach: Frances Chapin attended tonight's meeting and shared
information on proposed arts grants program in partnership with the Diversity Commission.
$5,000 would be available in supporting Diversity Commission grants that are earmarked
for the arts. These would be reimbursable grants. The Art Commission would also help
promote the program. They are waiting for the Council to pass the budget before
proceeding. They have requested a member of the Diversity Commission participate in their
panel to award larger grants in the community (those are $1,000-$10,000 grants in their
$50K budget).
Pat mentioned the subcommittee is working with business leaders on a toolkit to provide to
businesses with equity and inclusion training and educating new employees on how to
handle situations and provide equitable treatment to the community. They are meeting on
13' of October.
c. Events: Anabel reflected on Reita Johnston's event last Tuesday. She noted it was a great
presentation and is hoping the recording will be available soon as people are asking. She
mentioned that in the future 7:00 pm would be better than beginning at 6:00 pm.
The Film Series is starting back up and a news release went out this week.
Pt film on October 19t1i - Sekou will emcee (give Sekou follow up) and Q&A with Pat.
21 Film on November 14th — Nikki will emcee, Q&A with Nikki & Cast
Sponsors are My Edmonds News and ECA... send images and info to them.
New film series for 2021 is starting in January and the topics will be presented in
December.
d. Placemaking Highway 99: Donnie shared the subcommittee is looking at data Southeast
Edmonds HWY 99 communities and is working on putting together story lines. All this will
present to the Commission. Patrick shared that a position paper filled with heartfelt story
lines has more power in conveying the need for this work.
9. New Business:
a. Beacon Guest View Discussion — Donnie gave a brief overview of the incident of a woman
of color driving through Edmonds neighborhood and looking for address to pick up free
items. A neighbor called police on her as suspicious. The police handled it well, but the
neighbor did not. Donnie commented on the fact he is always leery and on guard when he is
out walking.
Anabel wants to have us do an editorial response including education, events, and ideas and
"how to be a good neighbor." Brian mentioned including a checklist for readers to think
about before making the approach to call the police. Donnie feels this is a good Edmonds
police story we can share in solidarity and perhaps have an interview with the police
involved. Patrick wants to wrap "all are welcome" decals in with this piece and pull it all
together on "how to be a good neighbor" Nikki suggested to add this cover topic in ask a
cop series. Cindi suggested the police can distribute decals and to give our decals to our
partners.
b. Indigenous Peoples' Day — Pat will write a piece for this soon and we will share on the
city and I am Edmonds Facebook pages. Adrienne — suggested reaching out to My
Edmonds News and The Beacon.
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c. Three new Commissioners. Patrick announced the Chair and Vice Chair will review and
finalize the finalists for these positions and November's meeting will focus on final
confirmation. Council has to confirm before end of year. We still need a youth
commissioner, they must be an Edmonds residence and have to be high school or college
student, but need not attend school in Edmonds.
10. Commissioner's Corner
Pat gave an update on the Equity and Justice Task Force. Her group focuses on organizational
transformation — policing and public safety. They are creating a document to find out what
resources they need, who do they need to reach out to, and recommendations. Most of the
previous focus has been on discussing what is equity. Now they are getting into more substance
and research. Pat got approval from the Mayor to stay on after her time on the Commission to
wrap this up in February.
Dean will have to miss next month's meeting as he's working on processing ballots.
Patrick noted that the Economic Development Commission has openings as well. The Mayor
held open the process to get more diversity and there are two new female members, one who is
Asian -American.
Cindi highlighted that the appointment interview process for the new municipal judge
replacement is November 12' and will take the whole day. Donnie volunteered to be our
representative.
Donnie mentioned he has not put together an MLK Event for 2021. He's thinking of doing
something with the arts and arts commission & diversity commission, maybe a video virtual
event.
Mindy asked the Commissioners to take the Edmonds Housing Commission survey.
Adrienne is glad Donnie is volunteering to be on the judicial committee with the municipal
judge appointment
Adjourn: Pat adjourned the meeting at 8:04 PM — Next meeting Wednesday, November 4,
2020.
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EDMONDS DIVERSITY COMMISSION GRANTS PROGRAM
APPLICATION FORM
Name of Project: Kidstock! @Home Series: Joe Seamons & Ben Hunter
Date(s) of Project: January 2, 2021
Amount Requested: $500
1. Description of Project, including goals, expected attendance or reach (use
additional sheets if necessary):
On January 2, 2021, Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) will present a free online performance by
nationally -acclaimed Seattle roots musicians Joe Seamons & Ben Hunter as part of our Kidstock!
@Home virtual series for kids and families.
JOE SEAMONS & BEN HUNTER
Seattle songsters Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons give life to voices that have long been silenced in
American culture. Their award -winning performances are highlighted by storytelling that, rather
than bringing the past to life, vividly shows how the past still lives in the present. Through their
songs, audiences witness current issues appear again and again in folk songs, dance tunes, acoustic
blues, and prison ballads. During the live online performance, the artists will interact with the
audience in real-time via YouTube, and the show will include educational audience engagement,
such as an instrumental demonstration, historical/cultural context of a song, or a Q&A.
Ben & Joe bounce from fiddle & banjo breakdowns to a cappella field hollers, early jazz to gospel
songs featuring Piedmont guitar style and rattlin' bones. The duo celebrates the ways Americans
have triumphed over oppression through the vitality of their art. Audiences walk away from Ben &
Joe's concerts inspired to learn more about their heritage and engage more deeply with their roots
and communities. The artists have founded several local youth -empowerment initiatives, including
the Rhapsody Project and the Hillman City Collaboratory. In 2019, the duo was recognized by the
Ethnic Heritage Council with the Gordon Ekvall Tracie Memorial Award for excellence in ethnic
performance and significant contributions to the development and presentation of the traditional
cultural arts in the Pacific Northwest.
ECA'S KIDSTOCK! @HOME SERIES
ECA is excited to announce Kidstock! @Home, a series of free, live -streamed performances
throughout the 2020/21 Season. In this new virtual format, Kidstock! @Home will highlight local
artists representing the beautiful tapestry of diverse cultures, traditions, and art forms we are
fortunate to have in the Pacific Northwest. From November through May, ECA will stream 5 live
performances of music, storytelling, dance, and theatre for our youngest audiences and their
families and provide opportunities to interact and engage with artists in real-time. Though ECA's 9th
year of Kidstock! must adapt and pivot to a new virtual format, we are committed to providing the
same access to diverse and dynamic art experiences to Edmonds, our surrounding communities, and
beyond.
Since 2013, ECA has welcomed over 2,500 young people and families annually to our free, festival -
style Kidstock! event featuring live performances, arts education workshops, and creative
engagement opportunities.
With the presentation of Joe Seamons & Ben Hunter, ECA will continue its commitment to
showcasing our region's diverse cultural traditions. Our goal with this program is to strengthen our
community through the celebration of America's musical heritage that acknowledges the stories
that shape it. The artists will explore these traditions by facilitating cross -generational, cross-cultural
interactions through the medium of music and encouraging youth to understand that America's folk
and blues music is not a relic, but a thriving blend of traditions that help us learn who we are.
We believe that the proposed project would align perfectly with the City of Edmonds Diversity
Commission's mission to promote an environment that accepts, celebrates, and appreciates
diversity within the community and will encourage young folks' curiosity about their culture and its
history.
2. Target audience (relevant to Edmonds):
ECA's target audience encompasses a diverse representation from the Edmonds community and
surrounding region. With this virtual presentation, we hope to engage ECA's established audience of
residents of Snohomish & King Counties and ECA's growing digital audience, with a focus on young families
and grandparents with children, youth, and fans of American roots music. We will partner with
representatives from the Edmonds, Mukilteo, and Shoreline school districts and several private schools, to
expand our outreach and engage youth from diverse communities.
3. Project budget: Joe Seamons & Ben Hunter
Estimated Revenue
Sponsors: 2,000
Hazel Miller Foundation: $2,000
Diversity Commission: $500
TOTAL: 4,500
Estimated Expenses
Artist fee: $700
Technical staff: $990
Equipment rental: $1,500
Marketing: $500
Overhead: $1,500
TOTAL: $5,190
4. Describe what would constitute a successful project:
We will consider this project a success if can achieve the following:
- Engage culturally and ethnically diverse youth and families and welcome new individuals of diverse
ages, cultures, and backgrounds to the virtual performance
- Strengthen our partnerships with local schools
- In post -show conversations with attendees, we learn of increased interest in American roots music
- In post -show conversations and surveys of attendees, we learn of increased interest in and
appreciation of the diversity within their own communities
S. Contact name(s) and information:
Grants Administrator: Christina Kourteva, Director of Development, christina@ec4arts.org,
Project Director: Gillian Jones, Director of Programming, gillian@ec4arts.org
Signature of applicant: Christina Kourteva
Date:10/21/2020
Anything else you would like to share regarding this application:
Joe Seamons & Ben Hunter
"Ben Hunter and Joe Seamons recently made American roots music come alive for students of the
University of Washington's "Music and Community" seminar. They musically expressed in nuanced ways
the meandering traditional melodies, be it in ballads, blues, or folk songs of 19th century Americans whose
music they have listened to and learned well. Their research on the songs was evident in the tales they told
to deliver cultural meanings and functions of the music in the lives of historic rural and urban people of the
Appalachians, the Ozarks, and the American south. As we exchanged with them on issues and ideals of
musical communities, it became clear to all present that they hold in high esteem the historic American
musical communities even as they are actively engaged in bringing the music home to living communities of
listeners today. Ben Hunter and Joe Seamons are remarkable musicians who are making their mark in the
honoring of American roots music for our listening pleasure."
— Patricia S. Campbell, Donald E. Petersen Professor of Music, University of Washington
EDMONDS DIVERSITY COMMISSION GRANTS PROGRAM APPLICATION FORM
Name of Project:
Sherwood Elementary PSO Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (DEI) School and
Community Equity Awareness Outreach
Date(s) of Project: January 2021-April 2021
Description of Project, including goals, expected attendance or reach (use additional
sheets if necessary):
Sherwood Elementary, through its Parent -Staff Organization, has recently developed a
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee. The DEI goal is to facilitate
collaboration with families and school administration to highlight and reduce barriers
to equity in our school community. The PSO at Sherwood has been an energetic
presence at the school for years, implementing numerous community -building efforts.
The DEI committee's work will aim to create a more inclusive space for intersectional
identities that have been historically marginalized, including families of color and
LGBTQIA families.
The DEI committee is meeting regularly to review data, conduct a needs assessment
and a set of focus groups with diverse families, and to define an action plan for
anti -racism work with our parents/guardians and with the educators in our school.
Our principal Christi Kessler is an active participant, alongside a growing number of
parents/guardians.
We anticipate two activities in early 2021, for which we're seeking grant support —the
first activity is a learning session, including an outside facilitator well -versed in
anti -racism and anti -bias work in communities like ours. This session will include
parents/guardians and educators from our school, with expected attendance of 50-60.
Due to COVID-19, we aim to host a Zoom meeting and to have a recorded
presentation available to increase accessibility. Invitations will be translated into
languages that our diverse families speak at home, and the RSVP will include a request
for translation support. Feedback surveys will be distributed at the learning session, to
determine the new learnings that came from these experiences, as well as to
understand improvement areas as we host other learning sessions in the future.
The second activity will be the purchase of books for our school that will enhance the
diversity of the collection. The goal is to purchase books that reflect the diversity of
families who are in our community. This includes targeting books written by authors
of color with main characters who are Black, Latinx, multiracial, and indigenous, and
books by LGBTQIA authors with main characters who are LGBTQIA. The 500 students
in our school community would all benefit from these additional books, and our
greater community will effectively benefit as we lay the foundation for the next
generation to have a more equitable perspective provided in their school. Our school
librarian Mr. Sonnen will be consulted to ensure that the books are at a range of
reading levels from K to 6th grade.
Asian:
4.5% American Indian 1
Black / African Alaskan Native: 0.7%
American. 5.1 %
Two or More
Races: 12.7%
Student
Diversity
Hispanic 1 Latino Sherwood White:
of any race(s): elementary 60.5°l0
16,5%
2. Target audience (relevant to Edmonds):
Sherwood Elementary is located in Edmonds, with a feeder pattern of the southwest part of
the city. This project would be focused on families and educators within our school
community.
3. Project budget, including other sources of cash and/or in -kind funding, as well as
requested grant funding (fill in below or use other sheets if necessary):
Revenue:
• Our PSO fundraises throughout the year and we have requested matching funds as
part of the annual budget (an additional $400).
Expenses:
• $500 to stipend an outside facilitator and for translation support, if it's requested in
RSVPs for the session
• $400 for books related to diversity, equity, and inclusion topics, written by diverse
authors
4. Describe what would constitute a successful project:
A successful project would include the engagement of parents/guardians and
educators in a learning session, to unpack the actions that we can take with our
children in an increasingly anti -racist stance as well as to engage in anti -bias learnings
for LGBTQIA. We would want to see that each participant has identified at least one
action step that they will take with what they have learned, and name at least one
resource that was provided that they intend to use with their student(s). We also
hope that by demonstrating success with these two proposed ideas, we can obtain
financial support from other community sources enabling us to annually host speakers
and purchase relevant books. If the speaker event is well received, it could also be an
opportunity to host events and invite families from other schools in the community as
well.
S. Contact name(s) and information:
Cory Grandinetti, co-chair of PSO DEI Committee--corygrand@gmail.com
Aurora Parrish, co-chair of PSO DEI committee—Aurora.p.parrish@gmail.com
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Include letter(s) of support if applicable.
Anything else you would like to share regarding this application:
Submit a hard -copy or PDF of the application form and any supporting materials to Patrick
Doherty, 121 51' Avenue North, Edmonds, WA 98020 or by email to
Patrick. doherty&edmondswa.,gov. Questions regarding the process may also be sent to that
email address.
Edmonds
Citizen Board and Commission Application
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Diversity Commission
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Dr. Mari Acob-Nash , +.-10/08/20
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Occupational status and background:Currently, Dean of Student life, North Seattle College,
past positions include Associate Vice President of International Education, Skagit Valley College
Dean at Cascadia College, Executie Director of International Students Services, Edmonds College
Organizational affillations:Faculty and Staff of Color Conference (with State Board of Colleges and Technical Colleges),
CUSP (Council for Unions and Student Programs SBCTC)
Why are you seeking this appointment? Please see attached letter- to serve my community to improve
on diversity iniatives. I am Filipina and have raised multi -racial children in our Edmonds community.
I am fully committed to using an equity mindset on future efforts in our city.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria? I have over 20 years in the Washington
State College system - with diversity councils, committees, workshops and training.
Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmonds:,
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Please return this completed form to:
Edmonds City Hall
12150 Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
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City of Edmonds Diversity Commission Application
Re: Dr. Mari Acob-Nash
Dear Diversity Commission Search Committee members
i am seeking appointment to this Edmonds Diversity Commission because I truly want to be a part of the
city of which I truly love and I would like to be pan of efforts that keep the city a diverse and inclusive
place to live. My husband and I have committed to living and raising our family in this beautiful city, not
only because of the location, but because of the values of the individuals and families that live here. The
diversity of people of Edmonds keeps the culture full of variety in the arts, music, food and in its
business. The variety of thought of its citizens truly creates a remarkable, vibrant place to live and I would
like to make sure that this commitment to diversity is sustainable.
This year, we, as citizens of this city have been faced with an incredible amount of challenges, such as
COVID-19, the lockdown, our business being closed, wildfires, Black Lives Matter and the controversies
surrounding the elections. I feel strongly that I want to be part of how Edmonds heals and reopens with an
equity mindset. I think about some questions frequently... Who in our community has been
disproportionately affected by the events of 2020? Do our communities of BIPOC (Black Indigenous
People of Color) feel safe? What can we do in our community to combat the challenges facing our
community with basic needs, food, shelter, jobs - are we being equitable in oat solutions?
I am Filipina and my husband and children are multi -racial with ethnic backgrounds mixed with Northern
European and indigenous nations. Our eclectic backgrounds have given me a rich value system that
embraces other races, religions, orientations and thoughts. My deep belief is that diversity is the care to a
rich and fulfilling lifestyle.
My professional training is comprised of years of equity, diversity and inclusion work. In the course of
my education, I have taken many for -credit courses and have continued my professional development
through workshops and other trainings. Currently, I am in partnership with my college's EDI office and
have embedded equity in our work. I am committed to my EDI professional training or life and plan to
continue my growth in this area. In addition, I provide several introductory level EDI awareness and EDI
best practice workshops. I also have given presentations over the past few years in my role as a member
of the Faculty and Staff of Color Conference Committee (SBCTC).
I am very interested in being part of this team and I believe I would be an asset to your commission. I
would be happy to share my skills, experience and interest with you further at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
Dr. Mari Acob-Nash
Edmonds
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Date:October 20, 2020
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Oee upatlonal status and background: Currently ratted. Former professional experiences Include'. Executive Director at the Beside Human
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Organizational affiliations: currently I am a member of the popery Quo of Edmonds. I am dao a member of the Seattle Humeri Service's
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Why are you seekingthis appointment7l would like to continue my work in the city of Edmonds where my husband & I
have lived for nearly 4 years. Although most of my work has been based in the Seattle & King County area, I would like
to bring my expertise to Edmonds which we now call our home.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria?' have spent a rdetime of working towards
equality for all through anti -racism, cultural competency, inclusiveness, and self awareness.
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None at this time.
Additional comments: a 3rd generation American born women of color, my husband and I have raised our could racial children
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Name:Alberto Orejel Malfavon
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Occupational status and background: currently work as a Program Manager fornpoen, local olfee In Kirkland. At Appen, we manage projects to omtamt
data annolatbm far Machine Lea: nLIS and Adscral inlelligenw medals bra verely of clients around the globe_ I graduated ham the University of Washington in 2011.
with a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering. I've lived In the PNW since 2001, free in Pullman. WA, moving W the BedevuelSeattle area in 2003.
Organizational affiliations: CompetlEor In West Coast Swing, points maintained by the typed Swing Dance Council. Member of the UWAA.
Why are you seeking this appointment? I am seeking this appointment to become more Involved with the City of Edmonds
and to help be a voice for the Latinx community. After gaining my citizenship In 2014, I have wanted to get more involved In politics, and
as Edmonds becomes a more diverse Community, I want to make sure mat the community Is Inclusive to all members of the community.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria?' have experience working with diverse teams, have
lived in both small and large cities, passion for learning about other experiences, different from my own.
Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmonds:.
None.
Additional Comments: After the 20 to election, I've bean looking for a way for me to help bring change. I want A make sure everyone appreciates
diversity. and whet less represented mem be of a community feel like they can really be a part of their commu billy, and feel safe in it,
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RESUME
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CAREER/I-KHREMENT OWECTIVES!
To contribute to a society which enables people of all ages to grow educationally, socially, emotiona lly;
and spiritually with particular focus on education, ini erpersonal skills, loss and grief, and organ donation,
EDUCATION:
1994 Administrative Service Credential, California State University, Chico.
1989 Administrative Preliminary Service Credential, California state University, Chico,
1970 Elementary Life Standard Teaching Credential, California State University, L.A.
1967 B.A.., University of California, Los Angeles.
ADMIN19fRXFIVE AND TEACHING EXPERIENCES:
1995-1997 Superintendent/Principal, kindergarten through eighth grades.
Shasta union Elementary School, Shasta, CA. Responsibilities included all
administration of school and district.
1994 Superintendent/Principal, kindergarten through eighth grades.
Dais Run Elementary School District, Oak Run, CA. Responsibilities included all
administration of school and district.
1983-1994 Superintenden#/PrinciprilfT'eaciter, kindergarten through eighth grades.
French Gulch-Whiskeytown School district, French Gulch, C.A. Responsibilities
included half-time administrator of entire district and school programs, as well
as teaching half-time (various assignments different years: self-contained, 3rd-
4kh-5th, 1st-2nd math, Ist language arts, 6th-7th language arts, 6th & 8th social
science, K-8th rausic, K-8th wellness).
1977-1983 Teacher, second through fifth grades_
lrrench Gulch-Whiskeytown School District, French Gulch, CA, Responsibilities
included planning and executing lessons for a self-contained 2-3-4-5 or 3-4-5
class, as well as music program K-8th.
1975-1977 Pr, ncfpollTeacher, eighth through twelfth grades.
New Trails Residential School, French Gideli, CA. Responsibilities ineltided hiring,
supervision and evaluation of staff; individualized curriculum planting;
coordinating with home school districts of students; paperwork involved with
administrating a private residential school; and teaebing half-time matli,
language arts, history, and vocal music.
1967-1973 'reacher-, fourth through eighth grades.
- Shively School, Valle Linda School District, South El Monte, CA. Responsibilities
included self-contained classes: 5th grade, 3 years; 4th-5th grades, I year; 8th
grade core (language arts, and social science), i year; reading lab 4th-8th grades,
I year. Selected to be Master Teacher I973.
RELATED EXPERIENCES ANIDAWAR-Mi
1997
California Region I Superintendent/Principal of the Year.
1992-1994
Shasta Colony Office of Education, Curriculum Council Chairperson.
1989-1991
Shasta County Library/Media Advisory Committee member. o
1989
California Region I Merit Award, Administrative Training Center.
1986-1989
Northstate Administrative'Training Center participant.
1987-1988
Shasta County School Administrators' Association Secretary,
1972-1973
Professional Singer.
IINTERESTS AND PROFICIENCIES:
Vocal music, reading, scuba diving, hiking; rivet- rafting, travel, quilting, guitar.