Race Equity Commission – Sep 3, 2026
- Where
- Not listed on the city's Agenda Center
- Time
- Not listed
What was decided
The commission heard a presentation from Shawn Newton of Salem State University on the history of the Race Equity Task Force. Members also got an update on the City Seal change, which is pending a City Council vote. The chair recommended pausing changes to the Discrimination Reporting Form until the Solicitor's office finishes its research.
Decisions recorded
- Approved the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes, carried unanimously. page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Chair recommended pausing work on changes to the Discrimination Reporting Form until additional research is finished. page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Agenda
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Source
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