Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners - District 3
SUBJECT:
Title
Commission District(s): District 3
A Resolution in Support of Adoption of the Specific Recommendations Outlined in the DeKalb County Racial Equity Study
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Information Contact: Commissioner Nicole Massiah
Phone Number: 404.371.2425
PURPOSE:
To consider a resolution in support of the adoption of the specific recommendations outlined in the DeKalb County Racial Equity Study.
NEED/IMPACT:
In 2020, the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution declaring “racism as a public health crisis,” committing the County to promoting racial equity, inclusion, and diversity in all aspects of county government. 2021, the Board of Commissioners engaged with Partnership for Southern Equity (PSE) to develop a comprehensive, data-driven equity strategy aimed at integrating equitable practices into County operations. The adoption of the study’s recommendations will serve as a guiding framework to advance equity.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To adopt the resolution in support of the specific recommendations outlined in the DeKalb County Racial Equity Study and authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute all necessary documents