Community Conversations Program Series

At the August 4, 2020 City Council meeting (see AB5738), the Council adopted a goals statement with regard to the proposed community listening sessions, which included the intention for those sessions to guide future community actions around race, racism, diversity, and inclusion.

In August of 2021, the Mayor and City Manager connected with ONE MI and Do the Work MI to discuss their interest in collaborating with the City on an event series to engage the community on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion on Mercer Island. Members of ONE MI and Do the Work MI expressed an interest in partnering and supporting this work.

In November of 2021, the City Council voted to set aside funds to collaborate with ONE MI and Do the Work MI to plan and present the Community Conversation series throughout 2022 (see AB5956).