City leaders demand action for equity office staffing crisis

During a recent government committee meeting, members expressed frustration over the lack of adequate staffing in the city's equity offices, emphasizing that the committee should not be responsible for the work of the Chief Equity Officer. One member highlighted the need for the city to allocate sufficient resources to these offices, stating, \"If they're serious about equity... they need to put their money where their mouth is.\"

The discussion underscored a broader concern regarding the effectiveness of equity initiatives, with committee members noting that having only one or two staff members managing heavy workloads leads to inefficiency. The sentiment was clear: without proper support and staffing, the goals of equity cannot be effectively achieved.

The meeting also included a call for accountability, urging city officials to prioritize the staffing needs of equity offices to ensure they can fulfill their mandates. The committee's members reiterated their commitment to equity but stressed that they cannot shoulder the responsibilities of under-resourced offices.