Equity lens for city communications
Summary
The commission's ad hoc committee is working with the city's communications manager to figure out how to get city information to residents who aren't reached by social media — possibly through trusted community liaisons.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
One recommendation calls for upfront budget allocation for translation and interpretation services, though no dollar figure was discussed.
Residents who don't use social media — including seniors, veterans, and non-English speakers — could get better access to city information.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Commission on Equity and Public Safety — June 15, 2026
The commission's ad hoc committee has spent months developing recommendations to add an equity layer to how the city communicates — things like diverse imagery, plain language, printed materials for residents off the digital grid, and upfront budgets for translation. The recommendations will now go to the communications manager through a formal meeting.
Commission on Equity and Public Safety — April 20, 2026
The commission's ad hoc committee is working with the city's communications manager to figure out how to get city information to residents who aren't reached by social media — possibly through trusted community liaisons.
Commission on Equity and Public Safety — February 23, 2026
The commission's ad hoc committee is digging into 2025 analytics showing residents engage most with Instagram reels and city newsletters, while X/Twitter sits dormant. They're also recruiting well-connected community leaders to bring more resident voices into commission meetings.
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