Laserfiche WebLink
<br />Ms. Wilson inquired whether the Committee needed to wait for the name change before developing the <br />Policy but Selectman Cotton recommended submitting all requests at the same time for Counsel <br />review. The Committee discussed the content of the text developed for the Bylaw, which would now <br />be used to create a Policy. <br /> <br />Ms. Waterman inquired about defining “civil rights” within the Purpose, though it was noted that it <br />was the wording they used from another town. Ms. Waterman noted that use of “civil” could suggest <br />adjudicatory where the Committee’s intent was to focus more on promotion. There was agreement to <br />remove “civil.” Mr. Horner suggested the importance of discussing cultural enrichment and the need <br />to develop a better understanding of the different cultures of the community. In the Vision Statement, <br />it was recommended to replace “richness” with “cultural enrichment.” <br /> <br />MOTION: Ms. Wilson made a motion to change the original vision statement to include the <br />words “cultural enrichment.” Ms. Brown seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. <br /> <br />The Chair read the Appointment/Purpose aloud. It was decided that the drafted Vision Statement <br />would be used in place of Appointment/Purpose. <br /> <br />Mr. Horner inquired about assisting with economic development, such as job training, and Ms. Wilson <br />suggested that the role of the Committee would be focused on encouraging inclusivity through a more <br />general education of the public, but eventually could move in that direction. <br /> <br />Regarding Membership, there was discussion about the terms and Selectman Cotton suggested that it <br />could remain as noted. It was indicated that the various communities were listed in the Vision <br />Statement. It was noted that representation may adjust over time. There was consensus to leave the <br />wording as it existed. The Chair inquired about the School Representative, but Selectman Cotton <br />responded that Town Counsel would review it. <br /> <br />In Vacancies, “vision statement” in the last sentence would be changed to “purpose.” Ms. Waterman <br />referenced members missing meetings and whether additional wording was necessary, but it was noted <br />there was a Town Policy allowing removal by Committee vote if a member missed three consecutive <br />meetings. <br /> <br />Organization and Annual Report were standard. Regarding Powers and Duties, Ms. Wilson suggested <br />including text noting the Committee’s activities and efforts to maintain open communication with the <br />Board of Selectmen. Ms. Waterman suggested taking the statement from Appointment/Purpose “The <br />Committee will serve as a resource to the Town of Mashpee, the Board of Selectmen and the public. <br />The Committee may conduct ongoing campaigns and may host or participate in free public events each <br />year to facilitate public education on diversity, discrimination and community building as relevant to <br />Mashpee” and add it to Powers and Duties. <br /> <br />The Chair will work with Ms. Landry to develop the Policy and send out an email to finalize the date <br />for the next meeting, preferably July 17. <br /> <br />NEW BUSINESS <br /> Plans for Next Steps-The Chair felt that it would be best to first start with gathering <br />information to learn about the good things happening in Mashpee, by inviting people such as the <br />Police, Southport, Mashpee Commons, etc. to learn more about what was good, what could change, <br /> 3 <br /> <br />