Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission (DEIC) is an advisory commission of the City of Lynnwood made up of community members and appointed by City Council. Their duties include advising elected officials and staff on effective strategies for public engagement and removing barriers, building relationships with community, and creating partnerships with local organizations.

The DEI Commission consists of seven (7) members who are appointed to serve three (3) year terms.

Commissioner Requirements:

Lynnwood Resident: At least five (5) of the DEI Commissioners must live within Lynnwood city limits. However, the Commission may accept up to two (2) members that reside in the city's municipal urban growth area.
Registered voter: Voter registration requirements may be waived for up to two (2) members of the Commission, provided that the individual was born in a country other than the United States of America and the individual is actively working towards obtaining citizenship.

COMMISSION MEMBERS

Position #	Member	Term Expires
Position #1	VACANT	12/31/2025
Position #2	Lu Jiang (Co-Chair)	12/31/2025
Position #3	Rosa Murillo	12/31/2027
Position #4	Rebecca Thornton	12/31/2025
Position #5	Zachary McGhee	12/31/2025
Position #6	Chelsea Wright (Co-Chair)	12/31/2027
Position #7	VACANT	12/31/2025
Council Liaison	Robert Leutwyler	12/31/2025

AGENDA AND MINUTES

PAST MEETING VIDEOS

DEIC INITIATIVE: ALL ARE WELCOME

All Are Welcome is an initiative of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission and is a part of the City's larger commitment to being a safe, welcoming, and equitable city for all.

Please join us in the effort to create a safe and welcoming city by displaying an All Are Welcome decal at your business, community gathering place, and even your home!

To request a decal, contact Doug Raiford at equity @LynnwoodWA.gov or 425-670-5004.

DEIC INITIATIVE: COMMUNITY PARTNER SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

The DEI Commission proudly announces the launch of its inaugural Community Partner Sponsorship Program! This program provides financial support of up to $1,000 for local community events, projects, and initiatives that enhance engagement and outreach within Lynnwood's diverse population.

Funded projects must align with the City of Lynnwood Strategic Plan's vision of creating a diverse, welcoming, equitable, and livable community. Additionally, selected initiatives should advance the City's commitment to building and sustaining collaborative partnerships throughout the community.

Through this sponsorship program, the DEI Commission aims to strengthen connections across Lynnwood's varied neighborhoods while supporting the local community organizations that make our city more inclusive and connected.

Contact Us

Phone

425-670-5004

Email

equity@lynnwoodwa.gov

Location

Lynnwood Recreation Center

18900 44th Ave W

Lynnwood

98036

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Get Involved

Interested in joining the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Commission?

Click the link below to fill out our on-line application:

Commission Application

If you need a paper copy please contact the Executive Office at executiveoffice @LynnwoodWA.gov or 425-670-5001

Contact

Staff Liaison
Doug Raiford
equity@lynnwoodwa.gov
425-670-5004

Meetings

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM.

UPDATE: The DEIC will be attending the Fair on 44th on Saturday, September 6th from10am-2pm in place of its regularly scheduled Commission meeting for September. You may contact Staff Liaison Doug Raiford (draiford@lynnwoodwa.gov) with any questions.

Meetings held in-person and via Zoom at:

Address:

Lynnwood Recreation Center

Room 105

18900 44th Ave W

Lynnwood, WA 98036

Zoom Link:

https://lynnwoodwa.zoom.us/j/86435053712

By phone: +1 253-205-0468

Meeting ID: 864 3505 3712

All meetings are open to the public.