HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 9701RESOLUTION 9701
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
DECLARATION OF COMMITMENT TO ACT FOR EQUALITY FOR ALL AND TO WORK
TOWARDS EQUITY AND JUSTICE IN MOUNDS VIEW
AND
CREATION OF A HUMAN RIGHTS TASK FORCE
WHEREAS, Council has been and continues to recognize the diversity of our
residents and that it continues to grow; and
WHEREAS, Council recognizes the challenges and complexities accompanying this
growth; and
WHEREAS, Council has been very intentional and purposeful in education and
exploration of the issues and has been thoughtful in ensuring substantive education and
exploration, including a series of additional workshops in previous years to better understand
the issues and challenges, and
WHEREAS, Council has been discussing some type of public position and avenue to
continue addressing the complexity and challenges related to equity and equality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mounds
View, Ramsey County, that we make a Declaration of commitment to act for Equality for all
and to work towards Equity and Justice in Mounds View as detailed in Attachment A.
Furthermore, Council resolves to direct staff to take the necessary steps to form a
Human Rights Task Force whose responsibilities and goals will include but be limited to those
detailed in Attachment B.
Lastly, that the Task Force make a determination and recommendation on permanency
to the City Council no later than December 1, 2024.
Adopted this 13th Day of February, 2023
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Hull, Mayor
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Nyle mun , City Administrator