It looks like our Vancouver City Council will be appointing someone to fill Position 1. I’m calling on the new mayor and council members to genuinely solicit and consider applications from the many highly qualified people of color in Vancouver. It is past time for this important segment of our community to have true representation in our local government.
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Letter: City should consider people of color
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