Anti-Racism Task Force

Anti-Racism Task Force Special ARTF Meeting Minutes May 2, 2025 Regular Meeting Attendance Present 1. Darnell Ford – Co. Chair 2. Michele Clay – Co. Chair 3. Brian Gartner 4. Colleen Alleyne 5. Rev. Cotton 6. DR. Morgan Lee 7. Pat Altson 8. Ahmad Daniels Reverend Anderson Absent 1. Kirk Hart 2. Sam Rival Quorum: Yes Start Time: 10:47 am - Adjourned: 11:25 Friday May 2, 2025 Anti-racism Taskforce Special meeting. The Anti-Racism Task Force Special called to order on Wednesday May 2, 2025 focused on discussing a proposed $5,000 sponsorship for the Ujima Juneteenth event, emphasizing community engagement and the justification of expenditures. The meeting discusses sponsorship for the Ujima Juneteenth event on June 19. Darnell Ford calls the special anti-racism task force meeting to order at 10:47 AM. The proposed sponsorship amount is $5,000, with prior discussions suggesting $10,000. Previous sponsorships include a black writer’s workshop and scholarships, with a focus on community engagement. The task force aims to connect effectively with the community through events and sponsorships. Participants emphasize the importance of justifying expenditures in relation to community impact and engagement. Maria Scarlett provided an overview of the available sponsorship options. Michele Clay inquired whether the Task Force would contemplate a contribution of $7500.00. Following additional discussion, Michele Clay proposed a sponsorship of $5000.00, which was supported by Ahmad Daniels and seconded by Colleen Alleyne, with all members voting in with an aye expressing their approval for the $5000.00 sponsorship.