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Notice/Advertisement Title: LGBTQ+ Affairs Commission Meeting
Contact Name: Dr. Love Benton
Contact Telephone Number: (614) 645-8884
Contact Email Address: JLBenton@columbus.gov
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The Columbus LGBTQ+ Affairs Commission met for the first time on Tuesday, January 20th at approximately 6:00 p.m. in Columbus City Council Chambers (90 W Broad St, Second Floor, Columbus, OH 43215). Council President Shannon Hardin was in attendance to welcome the Commissioners and officially swear them in.
Call to Order
Chair Roberts-Crews called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
The Chair delivered brief opening remarks and recognized Council President Shannon Hardin.
Opening Remarks
Council President Hardin provided welcoming remarks to the Commission.
Oath of Office
Council President Hardin administered the oath of office to the Commissioners.
Commissioners formally signed their oaths.
Recess
The Chair declared a brief recess for photographs and refreshments.
Introductions
The meeting was reconvened at 6:30 p.m., and Commissioners introduced themselves.
Commission Orientation
Robert Tobias, City Attorney’s Office, provided an overview of Commission expectations, roles, and responsibilities, including:
· Open Meetings requirements
· Public Records obligations
Commissioner Calhoun recommended establishing dedicated email accounts for Commission business.
Mr. Tobias concurred and advised the Commission to develop a mission statement.
Commissioner Calhoun inquired about training opportunities, including Robert’s Rules of Order.
Mr. Tobias indicated formal classes would not be offered but noted his availability to answer questions. He advised that Commission operations would primarily be governed by the bylaws, making extensive knowledge of Robert’s Rules unnecessary.
Commissioner Keilholz recommended the Commission focus on finalizing bylaws and strategy prior to engaging in community outreach.
Commissioner Savage concurred.
Commissioner Vera encouraged the development of ...
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