Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission — Lynnwood, WA
Date: 2026-04-13

LYNNWOOD DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION COMMISSION -
 regular Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commission meeting
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 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026 6:30 PM



1. Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement
 We acknowledge that the City of Lynnwood is located on the traditional lands of the
 Snohomish Tribe and the confederation of Tulalip Tribes and their families. For
 generations, these Indigenous communities have lived on this land, and we recognize,
 support, and advocate alongside them.

 We also acknowledge the forced removal of Indigenous communities from their
 Homelands as a result of the 1855 Treaty of Point Elliott. We understand that Land
 Acknowledgements are only the first step in our efforts to support Coast Salish tribes
 and educate non-Natives about their lived history. We strive to achieve this through
 building relationships with Indigenous communities, supporting Indigenous commerce,
 government-to-government partnerships, and lifting indigenous voices to create equity
 for all.

 Through these actions, we hope to not only pay respect to the past but also collaborate
 in creating a sustainable future, hand in hand with the first protectors of our shared
 environment.

2. Roll Call

3. Approval of Minutes

 3.1 Review and Approve Minutes for February 11 - 5 minutes
 Kyle Ward, Staff Liaison
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4. Public Comments

5. Old Business

6. New Business

 6.1 Neighborhood Equity Grant Final Review and Next Steps - 15 minutes
 Kyle Ward, Staff Liaison

 6.2 Healthy Communities Presentation - 30 minutes
 Marielle Harrington, Healthy Communities Manager

7. Staff Liaison

 7.1 Staff Liaison Update - 10 minutes
 Kyle Ward, Staff Liaison

8. Council Liaison

 8.1 Council Liaison Update - 10 minutes
 Isabel Mata, Council Liaison

9. Comments for the Good of the Order

Adjourn




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CITY OF LYNNWOOD
 DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION COMMISSION - REGULAR DIVERSITY
 EQUITY AND INCLUSION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
 March 11, 2026



1. Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement

2. Roll Call
 Present:
 Member Melody Schneider
 Chair Rosa Murillo
 Member Mara Brewster
 Member Maryam Aburabie

 Absent:
 Member Rebecca Thornton

 Also in attendance: Isabel Mata, Council Member Staff Kyle Ward, Human Services
 Coordinator Staff Ashley Murawski, Events Coordinator Staff Fred Wong, Arts, History
 and Heritage Coordinator Staff Marielle Harrington, Healthy Communities Manager

3. Approval of Minutes
 3.1 Review and Approve Minutes for February 11

 Moved by Rosa Murillo; seconded by Melody Schneider to Approve Motion to
 approve February 11 minutes.
 Motion Passed: 4- 0
 Voting For: Rosa Murillo, Maryam Aburabie, Mara Brewster, Melody Schneider
 Voting Against: None

4. Public Comments

5. Old Business

6. New Business
 6.1 Neighborhood Equity Grant Final Review and Next Steps
 Staff Ward provided a draft of the DEI Program for input. A finalized version will be
 brought to the DEIC on April 8.

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 6.2 Healthy Communities Presentation
 The Healthy Communities Team provided a overview of their work including arts, history
 and heritage, community & city-led events and community engagement. The work of the
 Healthy Communities Division within Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts focuses on
 providing outreach, engagement, programs, and services that promote health, community
 connection, and opportunities for creative expression in Lynnwood.

7. Staff Liaison
 7.1 Staff Liaison Update

 Newest potential DEIC is moving forward to be approved by City Council. Date TBD.

 Opportunities for outreach though city-led events such as Pride and Juneteenth.


8. Council Liaison

 8.1 Council Liaison Update

 Councilmember Mata shared that on Monday, March 9th the City Council passed a safety
 resolution to ensure our immigrants are safe within the City of Lynnwood.

 Project labor agreements – Councilmember Mata is advocating that workers are paid what
 they are worth when working in City of Lynnwood.


9. Comments for the Good of the Order
 Next meeting is Wednesday, April 8.

Adjourn
Adjourned at 7:27pm.




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