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Commission sets awards nominations deadline, discusses April gala planning
Summary
The commission selected a nominations deadline for its 2025 gala awards, discussed possible late-April event dates and event logistics including plaques, venue availability and food preferences.
The City of Albany Commission on Human Rights set a deadline for nominations for the commission's 2025 gala and awards reception and discussed scheduling and logistics for the event.
Commissioners debated moving the gala from June to April to avoid calendar conflicts. Two possible Wednesday dates were discussed: April 23 and April 30. After discussion, the commission voted to require that all applications for awards be submitted by March 14, 2025. The motion to set the deadline was moved by Commissioner Nytris Aucander and seconded by Commissioner Lava; the motion passed by voice vote.
Commissioners and staff discussed timing needed for ordering plaques and for circulation of a call for nominations. They agreed to finalize a date with the Hollow (venue) and to circulate nomination materials once the date is confirmed. The events subcommittee (members named in the meeting) will handle coordination; commissioners were invited to forward nomination-related information and suggested awardees to subcommittee members.
Separately, commissioners confirmed event catering preferences (noting vegetarian/vegan accommodations), and said the Hollow has hosted prior receptions for the commission.
The motions set a clear internal deadline for nominations and directed staff and the events subcommittee to proceed with venue confirmation and promotional materials.
