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Council, applicants flag executive‑order concern: DEI language may need removal from grant applications
Summary
Multiple speakers said a recent directive requiring removal of “diversity, equity and inclusion” language from grants could force the city and committees to rewrite applications; staff and applicants said the issue is appearing at regional boards and may affect grant reimbursement review.
Multiple council members, committee participants and applicants raised concerns about a recent directive they said requires removing “diversity, equity and inclusion” language from grant applications, and they discussed potential impacts on local grant paperwork and reimbursement.
Speakers said a letter circulated to…
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