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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Community Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Community Advisory Committee was created by the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners. The purpose of this committee is to discuss and propose strategies and best practices to discourage and prevent discriminatory practices within the County and the community we serve and to sustain a welcoming and enriching environment within Kalamazoo County Government. 

The Committee will be requested to examine the County’s (internal organization and/or external community interactions) policies, practices, and procedures and May coordinate with staff, the Courts, and/or Elected Officials to make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. The 9-member committee will reflect the diverse community of Kalamazoo County Appointments are made for three-year terms of office. Meeting dates, time, and location are posted on the County’s Public Meeting Notice page.

Contact: Mara Hazen:  269-384-8346 or by email.

Board Members Term Expiration
David (Eric) Archer09/20/2027
Trice Batson05/16/2025
Tamekka Bennett09/20/2027
Shardae Chambers06/19/2026
Raeana Donaldson12/06/2024
Tara Mabin12/06/2024
Tanisha Pyron-Clay12/06/2024
Tami Rey (County Commissioners)12/31/2024
Joe Rounds09/20/2027
Jen Strebs (County Commissioner)12/31/2024
John Taylor (County Commissioner)12/31/2024
Mya White05/16/2025

Further information can be obtained by calling the Board of Commissioners Office at 269-384-8111.