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<- IFR 6-30 Iowa City Council meeting
To: Iowa City Council and Staff
From: Iowa Freedom Riders
Re: Black Lives Matter Resolution
We have created four workgroups to address the implementation of our City demands. These
groups are composed of Iowa Freedom Riders and other community/University experts who are
prepared to offer research, education and policy proposals.
• Police
• Housing
• Truth and Reconciliation Commission
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At your June 30 meeting, please assign council member liaisons to each of these groups. IFR and
our community partners are committed to providing implementation steps for each of your 17
resolutions as needed. Having council member liaisons will improve communication and create
opportunities for deeper learning.
Also at your June 30 meeting, we ask that rather than set specific goals, timelines, or next steps,
you discuss the process that you will undertake to ensure that Iowa Freedom Riders and all
members of Black communities in Iowa City are welcomed to, included in, and have access to your
full council discussions of these demands. We see this being applicable by having a permanent
seat for IFR at the table.
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