Assign 2 staff members to year-long racial equity training program
In Plain English
The Government Alliance on Race and Equity runs monthly training sessions for Bay Area government workers focused on achieving racial equity in city policies and services. The city manager would choose which 2 staff members participate in the year-long program. If approved, Richmond joins other local governments working to identify and address racial disparities in city operations.
Auto-generated summary. Source: official agenda documents.
Votes
To direct the City Manager to re-evaluate staff availability and return to the City Council in one month with an implementation plan
To direct the City Manager to assign a minimum of two staff members
4 to 2
Related Items
Pass formal statement opposing U.S. war on Iran and Israeli arms transfers
Mar 24, 2026
Receive report on city's efforts to protect residents from federal immigration enforcement
Mar 24, 2026
Add caste as protected category under city anti-discrimination law
Mar 24, 2026
Rename Cesar Chavez Day to United Farm Workers Day
Mar 24, 2026
Update city-wide rules for keeping and destroying old records
Mar 24, 2026
Receive report on city efforts to protect residents from federal immigration enforcement
Mar 17, 2026
Reappoint Ben Kellman to Design Review Board for 4-year term
Mar 24, 2026
Extend contract with private investigator to handle police complaint cases
Mar 24, 2026
Direct city staff to plan major upgrades to Cheese Park including permanent restrooms and playground safety improvements
Mar 24, 2026
Approve meeting minutes and update city records retention rules
Mar 24, 2026