Support statewide ban on criminal history questions in job applications
In Plain English
The city wants to formally support removing criminal history questions from initial job applications across California. This practice, called 'ban the box,' lets people with past convictions get considered for jobs based on their qualifications first. If approved, Richmond joins other cities backing this statewide policy change.
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Votes
Extend the meeting for 10 minutes
5 to 2
Extend the meeting for 15 minutes
6 to 1
Adopt Resolution No. 110-11 in support of 'banning the box'
6 to 1
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