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Community Engagement and the Use of Boards and Commissions Project
Human Relations Commission
Caryn Maloney (x1476)
Revised
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Authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Bowling Green State University Center for Regional Development to evaluate the City of Toledo's community engagement efforts focused on use of boards and commissions; authorizing the expenditure of an amount not to exceed $51,000 from the General Fund; waiving the formal bidding requirements of TMC Chapter 187; and declaring an emergency
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SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this Ordinance is to enter into a contract for the Community Engagement and the Use of Boards and Commissions Project that was budgeted in the HRC's 2025 budget. This project was informally bid with four respondents submitting proposals.
The City's Boards and Commissions play a crucial role in providing valuable input on various issues affecting the community. Effective community engagement is essential for these bodies to operate successfully and represent the diverse voices of Toledo's residents.
In an effort to enhance participation, ensure inclusivity, and improve the overall functionality of the City's boards and commissions, the HRC recommends an analysis of the core purpose, structure, and operating procedures of these bodies.
The primary objectives of this project are to assess the current strategies for community engagement utilized by the city, evaluate the effectiveness and participation levels of the city's boards and commissions, identify barriers to engagement and participation within these structures, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance community involvement and the effectiveness of boards and commissions.
Summary
NOW THEREFORE Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Toledo:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor is authorized to enter into an agreement with Bowling Green State University Center for Regional Development for the provision of an analysis of the C...
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