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City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission met Oct. 2

Here is the agenda provided by the commission:

I. Call to Order

II. Welcome

The Community Relations Commission's purpose is to foster and promote understanding, mutual respect, cooperation, and positive relations in a diverse inclusive community. The Community Relations Commission is also to promote increased participation in all aspects of community life and a sense of shared community among all residents.

III. Welcome

IV. Roll Call

V. Community Presentation

Wheaton Police Department, Chief of Police Princeton Youker

VI. Approval of Minutes

a. Approval of minutes from September 4, 2024

VII. Old Business

a. Recap of Wheaton Festival of Cultures (WCRC program)

VIII. New Business

a. Wheaton Gives Back (WCRC-led program with partners: Peoples Resource Center, Downtown Wheaton Association, and Wheaton Park District)

i. Winter Coat and Gear drive, October 1 - 31

ii. Stuff-a-Truck unloading is on Friday, October 25

b. Commission and Board budget deadline is October 15

i. Review programs and proposed budget

c. New Commissioners - Erica is meeting with two applicants

d. Poinsettias - tokens of appreciation and partnership to organizations and individuals who have made WCRC programs a success

IX. Public Comment

X. Adjournment

https://www.wheaton.il.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10022024-2640