Item 4G MemoCITY OF
SOUTHLAKI
MEMORANDUM
May 18, 2021
To: Shana Yelverton, City Manager
From: Lauren LaNeave, Assistant to the City Manager
Subject: Item 4G: Resolution No. 21-022, a resolution amending
Resolution No. 18-050A, membership for the Mayor's Alliance
for Unity and Culture.
Action
Requested: Approval of Resolution No. 21-022 as presented.
Background
Information: In December 2018, the City Council passed Resolution 18-
050 to create the Mayor's Alliance for Unity and Culture.
Shortly after, the application process for this board was
opened and remain open throughout December, closing in
January. At the January 8, 2019, City Council meeting Council
passed a Resolution amendment to increase the number of
members from 20 to 31, and appointed all 31 applicants to the
board. At the September 15, 2021 City Council meeting,
Council passed Resolution No. 20-039, which increased the
number of members to 40.
Resolution No. 21-022 proposes amending the following
section of Resolution 18-050A:
• Removing the defined number of seats: Section 1.
The City Council does hereby create and establish an
advisory committee to be known as "Mayor's Alliance
for Unity and Culture." Such committee shall be
composed of up to f 40) community "seats"
representing diverse constituencies in the City. Seat
representation may include members of established
boards and commissions, the faith- based community,
the business community, community interest and
philanthropic groups, or interested individuals.
By removing the number of seats on the Alliance, City Council
will have the flexibility to appoint members without needing to
revise the resolution.
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Financial
Consideration: There are no direct financial considerations. However, there
may be future recommendations to City Council that have a
fiscal impact.
Strategic Link: The proposed resolution addresses the focus areas of
Partnerships & Volunteerism and Performance Management,
C5 Promote opportunities for partnerships & volunteer
involvement, C6 Enhance the sense of community by
providing excellent customer service and citizen engagement
opportunities, B2 Collaborate with select partners to
implement service solutions, 134 Provide high quality services
through sustainable business practices, F1 Adhere to
financial management principles & budget, and L1 Ensure our
people understand the strategy & how they contribute to it.
Additionally, this resolution is in alignment with the City's
mission to provide municipal services that support the highest
quality of life for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
Citizen Input/
Board Review: Not applicable at this time.
Legal Review: Not applicable at this time.
Alternatives: Approve Resolution No. 21-022 with amendments or direct
staff to revise the strategy and guidelines and return for City
Council consideration at a future meeting.
Supporting
Documents: Resolution No. 21-022
Staff
Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 21-022 as presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 21-022
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS,
AMENDING RESOLUTION 18-050A; PROVIDING THAT THIS
RESOLUTION SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL PROVISIONS
OF RESOLUTION NO. 18- 050 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake' s mission is to provide the highest quality of life for our
residents, businesses, and visitors; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council of Southlake, Texas and the citizens of Southlake establish
that the City is an inclusive community and people of all backgrounds
contribute to our democracy, culture, and economy, regardless of race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or
veteran status; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake is a place that believes diverse perspectives enhance
the cultural fabric and overall prosperity of our community for current and
future generations; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Southlake, Texas is of the opinion that a
Mayor's Alliance for Unity and Culture would be of assistance to the City
Council and City staff by providing diverse insight and advice to foster
positive relationships and a welcoming community for everyone who lives,
works, and visits here; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake Council created such a committee by resolution on
December 4, 2018 establishing the Mayor's Alliance for Unity and Culture,
terms of office, and responsibilities; and,
WHEREAS, with this amendment, the City of Southlake Council desires to amend the
composition of the committee and create staggered appointment terms for
appointees.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. The City Council does hereby create and establish an advisory committee
to be known as " Mayor's Alliance for Unity and Culture." Such committee
shall be composed of community "seats" representing diverse
constituencies in the City. Seat representation may include members of
established boards and commissions, the faith- based community, the
business community, community interest and philanthropic groups, or
interested individuals.
Section 2. All of the findings in the preamble are found to be true and correct and the
City Council hereby incorporates said findings into the body of this
resolution as if copied in their entirety.
Section 3. The Mayor's' Alliance for Unity and Culture shall adopt Articles of
Organization to govern its activities and meetings. The adoption and any
amendment of these Articles shall be subject to approval of the City Council.
Section 4. Qualifications and Terms: The Committee members shall be appointed by
the City Council for two-year terms. Members shall serve until their
successors are appointed. Places on the Committee shall be numbered
beginning with the number one (1) and adjusting upward based on the total
number of appointees. Members appointed to odd -numbered places shall
be appointed in even -numbered years, and members appointed to even -
numbered places shall be appointed in odd -numbered years.
Terms of office for members shall commence on October 1st and expire on
September 30th. If appointment is made outside of the established
appointment schedule, terms of office for members shall commence upon
appointment and expire on September 30t"
Section 5. The Mayor's Alliance for Unity and Culture shall act in an advisory capacity
to the City Council and the City Staff in planning and implementation of
programs and activities involving diversity, inclusion, and equality.
Section 6. Any member of the Mayor's Alliance for Unity and Culture duly appointed
by the City Council shall automatically forfeit the seat on the committee in
the event he/she 1) discontinues employment or residence within the city
limits of Southlake or 2) files for public office. The committee may, by
inclusion in the Articles of Organization, establish additional grounds for
forfeiture or removal from the committee.
Section 7. This resolution shall become effective after its passage and approval by the
City Council.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS THE 18th DAY OF MAY, 2021.
CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS
John Huffman, Mayor
ATTEST:
Amy Shelley, TRMC
City Secretary