2022-12-07 Diversity Commission Packet° EDo� AGENDA
Edmonds Diversity Commission
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
6:OOPM-8:OOPM
HYBRID MEETING
The Diversity Commission members will be meeting in person and/or remotely for this meeting. The public may
join at the physical location or join through zoom.
PHYSICAL LOCATION:
Brackett Meeting Room, Edmonds City Hall — 3rd Floor
121 5' Ave N, Edmonds, WA 98020
REMOTE MEETING/ZOOM INFORMATION:
https:Hedmondswa-gov.zoom.us/I/98071999699?pwd=YS9GTVdWM2VPTUt*ROVXVm56NGlaUTO9
Meeting ID: 980 7199 9699
Passcode: 963195
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 November 2, 2022, Summary (5 minutes)
4. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker)
5. Update from the City: Todd, Megan, Molly & Councilmember Chen (5 minutes)
6. Interviews: (75 minutes)
a. Terry Anderson
b. Usha Bhansali
c. Dipti Chrastka
d. Pam Iverson
7. Grant Review & Recommendation (15 minutes)
8. 2023 Chair & Vice Chair Appointments (10 minutes)
9. Commissioner's Corner (10 minutes)
Adjourn — 8:OOPM
Next meeting: Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at 6:OOPM
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
November 2, 2022
Meeting conducted via Zoom and in -person at the Brackett Meeting Room
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
Dean Olson, Chair
Nikki Okimoto Glaros, Vice -Chair
Ardeth Weed
Alison Alfonzo Pence
Elaine Helm
Jeannett Quintalla
Gracelynn Shibayama
Robert White (via Zoom)
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
Will Chen, ex-officio
Sekou Kon6 -
GUESTS PRESENT
Lu Loree, Racial Justice team from
Edmonds United Methodist Church
Charles Darnell, Edmonds Beacon
STAFF PRESENT
Todd Tatum, Director
Megan Luttrell, Program Coordinator
Molly Jay, Diversity Commission
Coordinator (via Zoom)
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
Ardeth moved to approve, Alison seconded; the agenda was approved by consensus.
3. Approval of October 5, 2022, Summary (5 minutes) Alison moved to approve, Nikki
seconded; the summary was approved by consensus.
There was discussion regarding the ADA recommendation/amendment.
Alison moved to accept amendment; Nikki seconded. Approved by consensus.
4. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker)
No public comments.
DRAFT Meeting Summary
Diversity Commission
November 2, 2022
Page 1
5. Update from the City: Todd, Megan, Molly & Councilmember Chen (5 minutes)
Todd gave an update on the budget process. The Holiday Market starts this Saturday. Dean
asked about reduced funding to Diversity Commission; Todd has heard no discussion.
Elaine asked about update on REDI position; Todd reported that HR Director has been out
and we should be entering period where we're trying to interview for REDI position soon.
6. Interviews:
a. Jessie Owen
b. Anil DeCosta
Ardeth moved to approve both candidates; Nikki seconded. Motion approved by
Commission. The recommendation will be forwarded to Council for confirmation.
Robert asked if we can reach out to past applicants for additional applicants for the vacant
seat; Megan will reach out around past candidates.
7. Committee Reports:
a. Policy — Dean (5 minutes)
Alison read tentative DEIA name change statement. Robert would like more
language around the "equity" piece.
Megan explained that staff can draft an ordinance based off of the document put
together by Alison and Dean. It will go to the Commission to vote on. Then we go
to Council with the proposal. Nikki explained that we need approval on name
change, and why we're doing it. Elaine said we must develop some new language
before we make the recommendation.
Nikki motioned to move ahead with the name change proposal; Gracelynn
seconded.
b. Partnerships & Outreach — Alison (5 minutes)
Alison talked with Tabatha Shoemake, the Safe Space program is expected to roll
out in January. Elaine wants to make an announcement for Safe Space across social,
at film series, etc.
c. Events — (5 minutes)
Dean gave update on the successful October film. November's film will tentatively
be hosted by Gracelynn, Elaine offered to be a back-up if needed.
8. Commissioner's Corner (15 minutes) this portion of the meeting was not recorded.
DRAFT Meeting Summary
Diversity Commission
November 2, 2022
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Adjourn — 7:43PM
Next meeting: Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 6:OOPM
DRAFT Meeting Summary
Diversity Commission
November 2, 2022
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Edmonds
Citizen Board and Commission Application
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE) NOTE: This Joan is a public record and maybe subject to disclosure upon "quest
Diversity Commission
(Board or Commission)
Name:Theresa (Terry) Anderson
Address: -
Edmonds, WA
98020
Date:November 10, 2022
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Occupational status and background: Retired teacher, MA in International Ed, worked overseas in
Hong Kong, Poland, Thailand and Korea
Organizational affiliations: Trinity Lutheran Lynwood, Lynwood Parks and Rec, Edmonds Waterfront
Center
Why are you seeking this appointment? MY family immigrated to the US as displaced persons. As a teen I felt
embarrased of my heritage and our speaking other languages. Many years of international living and
travel, and raising our children overseas, gave me a great appreciation for differences.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria? I've organized events at schools and churches
taught ELL Talk Time In Snohomish, and active in promoting my heritage to extended family that now Includes Japanese heritage,
Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmoni
None
Additional comments: I've attended events at the EWC and the lion dance. I've also taken classes on Interrogating Privilege
and feel that representing cultures is both a community building and educational event.
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DIVERSITY COMMISSION
(Board or Commission)
Ms. Usha Bhansali
Address:
Edmonds, WA 98026
NOV 10 2022
Date: 11/10/2022
Day Phone
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Cell:
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occupational status and background: Technical Analyst working at Boeing Commercial Airplane Company
I have worked at Seattle Times and Microsoft in the oast
Organizational affiliations:
Why are you seeking this appointment? I would like to give back to the community, I enjoy living in.
Also help others new to this country and community.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criterla7 Speak multiple languages. l have
experience in developing and maintaining websites, database applications, general software
Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmonds:.
Additional comments: As an immigrant to the USA myself, I can provide some insight to different cultures
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12151h Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
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Citizen Board and Commission Application
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Diversity
(Board or Commission)
Name:Dipti Chrastka
Address:
Edmonds, WA 98026
Date: 11/11/2022
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Occupational status and background: I serve as Director of Wellness at UW SOM GME. I am an independently licensed clinician
(marriage and family therapist) with over 30 years of experience working in non-profit
organizations. I am also a life coach and diversity consultant.
Organizational affiliations:I work at University of Washington. Current Board member of
Sound.
Why are you seeking this appointment? Being a woman of color, I am very passionate about equity and social justice issues.
would like to promote awareness of anti -racism and live in a city that espouses the
values of equity, diversity and inclusion as a foundation where everyone is valued and celebrated.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria? I am a diversity trainer and consultant.
I have facilitated many conversations and trainings and been on Committees through my life.
Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmonds:
none
Additional comments:
Please return this completed form to:
Edmonds City Hall
121 51h Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
carolyn.lafave@edmondswa.gov
Phone:425.771.0247 1 Fax:425.771.0252
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Name:Pam Iverson
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Application for Diversity Commission — Pam Iverson
11/2B/2o22
Occupational Status and Background:
1983-2013 Mental Health Coordinator (Masters level social worker) with Puget Sound Educational
Service District Head Start. I provided support, technical assistance and training for staff and parents in
a federally funded comprehensive early childhood education program for low-income children and their
families in King County outside of Seattle and Pierce County outside of Tacoma. I worked with children
with special needs, including cognitive, emotional and physical differences. This organization had a
strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, as we served vulnerable families and were committed to
having a staff that reflected our multicultural population.
2015-2017 Peace Corps Volunteer, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. I served as a Health volunteer in a very
rural, very poor Zulu community in South Africa, developing programs with community workers to
address the high rate of HIV/AIDS, particularly among young women, in the area. I was selected to serve
on the Peace Corps South Africa Diversity Committee, which included reviewing policies and developing
and presenting training for new volunteers.
Organizational affiliations:
Member, Racial Justice Committee; Chair, Community Engagement Committee and representative to
the Social Justice Council; founder and facilitator, Activist Circle, Edmonds Unitarian Universalist
Congregation.
Member, Racial Justice Team, Edmonds United Methodist Church.
Active participant in the Poor People's Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival.
Why are you seeking this appointment?
I am committed to supporting the inherent worth and dignity of all people and am passionate about
working toward a more just society for everyone. I strive to be anti -racist, knowing that is an ongoing
process. I am an older white straight, well-educated, economically secure, cis -gender non-Christian
woman, which means I have privilege in many ways, but also know elements of my identity carry no
privilege. (For example, in South Africa, I was treated with respect because of my age Ina way that does
not occur in this country.) I am a grandparent with LGBTQ+grandchildren and one with special needs,
and I want to work toward a world where they are safe and able to live full lives, comfortable in their
identities and supported through their challenges. I value diversity and seek out opportunities to learn
and celebrate our differences. I am looking for opportunities to use my privilege, knowledge, and
experiences to help people who are marginalized, and also to hope those with privilege understand their
responsibility to lessen that marginalization. I we this Commission as a way to work with others
concerned about justice for all people and honoring the diversity in our community. I want to help the
community of Edmonds and the City of Edmonds be more welcoming and inclusive for all.
What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria?
I have considerable experience developing and providing training to groups on a wide range of topics,
including diversity and inclusion, team -building, and communication skills. For example, I co -facilitated
a class on "Examining Whiteness" at Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Congregation just before the
pandemic ended in -person gatherings. I am familiar with key racial justice concepts including
intersectionality, white supremacy culture, white fragility, and anti -racism. I have co-faclltated three
separate book discussions of Ijeoma Olues book, So You Want to Talk About Race. I have used Race and
Social Justice Race Equity Tools (developed by City of Seattle and by King County) to analyze the
effectiveness of organizations in eliminating racial inequities and in developing culturally sensitive
programs and services at my last employer, in the Peace Corps, and most recently in my church. I see
these tools as valuable ways to assess an organization's effectiveness in addressing diversity issues and I
am pleased to see the Diversity Commission also recognizes their importance. 1 have decades of
experience working with low-income children and their families and with a culturally diverse staff.
Following George Floyd's murder, I participated in daily, then weekly protests, standing for racial justice,
in a prominent Edmonds location for over two years. I feel I connected with many pedestrians, both
those who supported and those who disagreed with my signs that said, "Black Lives Matter" and "End
Racism Now." At my church I was active in the development and implementation of the Stand for
LGBTQI Justice and Equity in 2012 and the Stand for Racial Justice: Dismantling White Supremacy
Culture and Promoting Multicultural Inclusion in 2019. (Note: we recognize the ableism of the word
"Stand" and want to find a better word to express our commitment to justice.)