Race Relations Committee

That the June 5, 2023 Race Relations Committee Meeting Agenda be adopted.

That the March 6, 2023, Race Relations Committee Minutes be adopted.

Whereas the Race Relations Committee does not support racial slurs, including but not limited to the use of the “N-word”; Whereas the use of racial slurs impedes the Black and racialized people from applying and or feeling safe; Whereas the City has a duty to uphold and educate residents on community values; Whereas the City implemented a Diversity Action Plan and Anti-Black Racism Strategy to work towards an inclusive community; Be it resolved that the Race Relations Committee does not condone racism in our City, and communities; Be it resolved that the City of Markham has a policy to reflect the importance of anti-racism; Be it resolved that the RRC support swift action and communication when deplorable and racist acts occur; Be it resolved that a clause be included in exit documents to ensure that Linked-In and similar networking sites are updated appropriately to reflect the employment status of the person; Be it resolved that an Equity Audit be conducted by a third party to review evaluate instances of discrimination and harassment, as well as applicable policies; Be it resolved that the City of Markham be transparent and accountable and implement Key Performance Indicators, for the Diversity Action Plan and Anti-Black Racism Strategy, and to provide regular reporting and feedback on the advancement of the action plans;