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Philomath Inclusivity Committee debates staff role and proposes community fellowship series
Summary
Members discussed how the committee should respond to resident concerns, the role of staff in committee meetings amid power-dynamic concerns, and proposed a monthly community 'fellowship' to host brave-space dialogues and build relationships across the town.
The Philomath Inclusivity Committee spent a substantial portion of its Nov. 19 meeting discussing committee function, staff participation and community engagement strategies, including a proposal to start a monthly "Philomath Fellowship" for sustained community conversation.
Committee members emphasized that when residents raise concerns the group should either provide resources, acknowledge jurisdictional limits, or take action if the issue falls within the…
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