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FROM COUNCIL CHAMBERS), EDMONDS, WA 98020
DECEMBER 3, 2019, 6:40 PM
CALL TO ORDER/CONVENE IN JURY MEETING ROOM
CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS FOR APPOINTMENT TO A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION
1. Interview for Confirmation of Sekou Kone for Appointment to Diversity Commission (10 min)
2. Interview for Confirmation of Nikki Okimoto Glaros for Appointment to Diversity Commission
(10 min)
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Edmonds City Council Agenda
December 3, 2019
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/3/2019
Interview for Confirmation of Sekou Kone for Appointment to Diversity Commission
Staff Lead: Patrick Doherty
Department: Community Services
Preparer: Patrick Doherty
Background/History
The nine Edmonds Diversity Commission members were originally appointed on October 27, 2015 for
staggered 1-, 2- and 3-year terms. As of 1/1/20 Position 1 will become available for a full three-year
term that runs until December 31, 2022. The position opening was advertised via local media, and
previous applicants were also notified. Five applications were received. All five applicants were
interviewed by the Commission at its regular meeting of November 6, 2019. Pursuant to ECC
10.65.020(B), new appointments to the Diversity Commission shall be made by the seated
Commissioners, subject to confirmation by the City Council.
Staff Recommendation
Interview Sekou Kone for confirmation of appointment to the Diversity Commission for a term
scheduled to expire 12/31/22 and forward confirmation to the Consent Agenda of the Regular Meeting
of 12/3/19.
Narrative
Of the five applicants interviewed by the Diversity Commissioners on 11/6/19, the Commission voted to
appoint Sekou Kone to Position 1 for a term scheduled to expire 12/31/22. (His application is attached
here.) At a Special Meeting on 12/3/19 Councilmembers will interview Mr. Kone for consideration of
confirmation of his appointment.
Attachments:
Kone Sekou
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Edmonds
Citizen Board and Commission Application
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE) NOTE: This form is a public record and may be subject to disclosure upon request
Diversity Commission
(Board or Commission)
Name:Sekou Kane
Address
Edmonds, WA 98026
Date:10/14/19
Day Phone:
Evening Phone:
Cell:
E-mail:
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Occupational status and background; Licensed Practical Nurso at Manorcaire Alderwcod. Immigrant from Cote d9voire in West Afica.
English, French, and Mandingo speaker. Raised Muslim. Wife and three sons have lived in Edmonds since 2001.
Marathon runner, and good neighbor.
Organizational affiliations; Part-time VP of International Affairs at Kone Consulting LLC helping to plan
a service trip to Cote d1voire in December 2019.
Why are you seeking this appointment? I would like to serve my community
I am interested in City politics.
am concerned about Edmonds' reputation as a community that is not diverse
I want everyone who visits and chooses to live here to feel respected and welcomed,
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria?Organizational and camputerskills.and plenty of ideas.
Most important is my point of view as an immigrant and black man living in Edmonds.
Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmonds:.
None
Additional comments; I look forward to learning more about how I can contribute to
celebrating diversity in Edmonds.
Please return this completed farm to:
Edmonds City Hall
121 5'�' Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
carolvn.lafave@ed mondswa.R
Phone:425.771.0247 1 Fax:425.771.0257
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2.2
City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/3/2019
Interview for Confirmation of Nikki Okimoto Glaros for Appointment to Diversity Commission
Staff Lead: Patrick Doherty
Department: Community Services
Preparer: Patrick Doherty
Background/History
The nine Edmonds Diversity Commission members were originally appointed on October 27, 2015 for
staggered 1-, 2- and 3-year terms. As of 1/1/20 Position 3 will become available for a full three-year
term that runs until December 31, 2022. The position opening was advertised via local media, and
previous applicants were also notified. Five applications were received. All five applicants were
interviewed by the Commission at its regular meeting of November 6, 2019. Pursuant to ECC
10.65.020(B), new appointments to the Diversity Commission shall be made by the seated
Commissioners, subject to confirmation by the City Council.
Staff Recommendation
Interview Nikki Okimoto Glaros for confirmation of appointment to the Diversity Commission for a term
scheduled to expire 12/31/22 and forward confirmation to the Consent Agenda of the Regular Meeting
of 12/3/19.
Narrative
Of the five applicants interviewed by the Diversity Commissioners on 11/6/19, the Commission voted to
appoint Nikki Okimoto Glaros to Position 3 for a term scheduled to expire 12/31/22. (Her application is
attached here.) At a Special Meeting on 12/3/19 Councilmembers will interview Ms. Okimoto Glaros for
consideration of confirmation of her appointment.
Attachments:
Glaros Nikki Okimoto
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Citizen Board and Commission Application
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE) NOTE: This form is opublir meord and maybe sublert to disclosure upon mquest
Diversity Commission
(Board or Commission)
Name: Nikki akimoto Glarus
Address:
Edmonds, WA 98020
Date: 10127/19
Day Phone•
Evert Phone
Cell:
E-mail
Occupational status and background: Currently self-employed in social media marketing.
Most recent local employment was with Hunniwater/Hunni Co. in Edmonds in social media marketing
and event planning.
Organizational affiliations: Pacific Little League VP of Softball, 2015-present; Founder and Adm in,
Edmonds Indivisible 2016-present; Madrona Children's Theater board member 2016-present, current
show producer-, Madrona Integrated Team board 2011-present, Giving Tree coordinator 2013-17
Why are you seeking this appointment? Edmonds is at a crossroads - changes in demographics here are
causing conflicts to escalate. The work of the Diversity Commission is more important than ever to
educate and promote understanding of the importance of diversity and representation in our town.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria? Multiracial background, raising two kids
in ES❑ schools, networking, event planning, love of Edmondsl
Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmonds:,
none
Additional comments: Thank you for this opportunity!
Please return this campleted form to:
Edmonds City Hall
1215'hAvenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
carolvn.iafave0edmandswa.Rov Stgnctur
Phone: 425.771.0247 I Fax: 425.771.0252 Rev7sed 4130114
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