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Commission Purpose
The Commission seeks to support and advance the City of Marshall's mission, vision and values by providing guidance for the development and implementation of proactive diversity, access, inclusion, research, and retention initiatives. The Commission serves to promote an environment where people come first, and are not only treated with dignity and respect, but also encouraged and supported to achieve their full potential. The Commission will collaborate with community partners on matters associated with equity and inclusion to foster relationships and advocate for underrepresented populations.
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| At Large Positions: | Standing Positions: |
| Don Robertson | See Moua-Leske, Adult Basic Education |
| George Taylor | Timothy Mok, Avera Marshall |
| Jefferson Lee IV | Denae Winter, Avera Marshall |
| Michele Knife Sterner | Lauren Mellenthin, Prairie Home Hospice |
| Sara Runchey | Nicole Johnson-DeBoer, Southwest Minnesota Arts Council |
| Joyce Tofte | Ted Stamp, Southwestern Center for Independent Living |
| Marcy Heemeyer | Samira Sheikh, United Community Action Partnership |
| Monica Talamantes | Beth Ritter, Marshall Public Schools |
| Kumura Jayasuriya, Southwest Minnesota State University |
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Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month from 3-4p.m..