The Diversity Issues Task Force is comprised of mayors, trustees, and staff from nearly 40 communities in the Chicago region. The task force provides a forum for member communities to collaborate on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion as they pertain to local government. These discussions guide and inform Caucus initiatives to support regional progress towards a more equitable region. In the past, the task force has convened to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on vulnerable populations, census engagement, immigrant integration, and Race, Equity, and Leadership (REAL) training through the National League of Cities. Please see below for recent meeting topics and materials.
The Diversity Issues Task Force meets quarterly on the second Tuesday of the second month of each quarter. The 2021 meeting schedule is listed below.
Chairs:
Mayor Rodney Craig
Village President, Village of Hanover Park
Mayor William McLeod
Mayor, Village of Hoffman Estates
Staff Contact:
Crispina Ojeda Simmons
Project Manager
cojeda@mayorscaucus.org
Diversity Issues Task Force Meetings
2024 Meeting Schedule
- July 30
- September 10
- December 3
Prior Meetings and Materials
Citizen Commission Directory
The map and directory below provide a list of different volunteer citizen commissions, committees, and advisory boards throughout the Northeastern Illinois region.