EQUITY COMMITTEE
Meeting Date: December 16, 2024
Subject: Racial Justice Oversight Body Interviews
Submitted For: Equity Committee
Department: Office of Racial Equity and Social Justice
Referral No:
Referral Name: Racial Justice Oversight Body Interviews
Presenter: Peter Kim
Contact: Peter Kim, peter.kim@oresj.cccounty.us <mailto:peter.kim@oresj.cccounty.us>
Referral History:
The Racial Justice Oversight Body (RJOB or Body) was established by the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors to oversee the implementation of the recommendations made by the Racial Justice Task Force, and accepted, as specified, by the Board of Supervisors. RJOB members consist of Ex-Officio members who serve during their terms of office or appointment. Members of the Body appointed by the Board of Supervisors-i.e., Public Entity Members, Community-Based Members, and Alternate Community-Based Members -shall have two-year terms beginning on the date of appointment by the Board. The Equity Committee interviews RJOB applicants and makes recommendations for formal appointments to the Board of Supervisors.
Referral Update:
There are twelve applicants for the community-based representative seats, including six incumbent members. Equity Committee will interview applicants.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
INTERVIEW candidates Chala Bonner, Gigi Crowder, Ronell Ellis, Ricky Godfrey, Naomi Lewis-Mauricio, Stephanie Medley, Shantell Owens, Anthony Randolph, Cheryl Sudduth, Melvin Willis, and Marya Wright for the Racial Justice Oversight Body’s community-representative seats, and RECOMMEND RJOB appointments for the Board of Supervisors' approval.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
N/A