HomeMy WebLinkAbout3992 Resolution - IDEC ExtensionRESOLUTION NO. 3992
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE PASCO INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, AND
EQUITY COMMISSION, A CITIZEN AD HOC COMMISSION, THROUGH
DECEMBER 31, 2021.
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco has historically been the home for diverse cultures within
our region creating its unique character and opportunities, as well as a source of pride for all who
live here; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Pasco desires to protect and encourage our
diverse culture, as well as to protect the constitutional rights of its citizens, including the right to be
free of discriminatory practices and the fair application of law and to demonstrate that Pasco is a
welcoming and inclusive City, where laws apply equally to all who live here, and where
individuals, families, and businesses are welcome; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Pasco is honored to serve the entire
community and seeks to provide equal protection to our residents and access to all of the City's
services to those that live here; and
WHEREAS, Article L Section I of the Washington Constitution declares that
"governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, and are established to
protect and maintain individual rights"; and
WHEREAS, the Washington State Legislature has established the "Washington Law
Against Discrimination RCW 49.60 which declares the "right to be free from discrimination
because ofrace, creed, color, national origin, sex, honorably discharged veteran or military status,
sexual orientation, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a
trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability is recognized as and declared to be a
civil right"; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco City Council, by oath, declares to uphold and support the
Constitution and laws of the State of Washington, and hereby reaffirms its support to do so for
equal benefit of all those who live here; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco City Council, to advise it in meeting these goals and
responsibilities, established and created a charter foran adhoc commission inMayof 2018, known
as the Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Commission.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, DOES
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
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Section 1. Extension of Pasco Inclusion. Diversity. and Equity Commission. The City
Council hereby extends the term of the citizen ad hoc commission, through December 31, 2021.
Section 2. Terms and Conditions for Inclusion. Diversity. and Inclusion Commission. All
other terms and conditions provided in the Charter of the Commission through Resolution No.
3828 and amended in Resolution No. 3906 will remain the same.
Section 3. Goals of Inclusion. Diversity. and Equity Commission. The goals of the Pasco
Inclusivity Commission are as follows:
Examine the practices and procedures of the City of Pasco to identify strategies to
create a greater feeling of inclusion and welcoming for all who live and work in Pasco.
2. Engage with Pasco residents, interest groups, and businesses, seeking feedback on their
experiences that can improve life in our community.
3. Identify strategies that help the City to be more inclusive in engaging our residents and
businesses that will better promote unity, equality, and understanding in Pasco.
4. Identify funding strategies to implement these goals.
5. Present recommendations to the Pasco City Council on how to achieve the goals above.
Section 4. Celebration of Diversity. The Commission shall provide the City Council with
a report on opportunities to recognize and celebrate Pasco's diverse culture.
Section 5. This Commission shall expire on December 31, 2021 unless extended by a
majority vote of the Pasco City Council no less than ninety (90) days prior to the date of expiration.
If so extended, the term shall be extended by such period as determined by the City Council.
Section 6. Effective Date. This Resolution shall be effective upon adoption.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington this 21 s'day of September,
2020.
Saul Martinez
Mayor
ATTEST:
Debra Barham, CMC
City Clerk
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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