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Measure X advisory board narrows focus for racial-equity RBA work; seeks department collaboration

Measure X Community Advisory Board (Contra Costa County) · May 22, 2025
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Summary

The CAB reviewed a proposed racial-equity results-based accountability framework and recommended clustering 3–4 of a dozen candidate outcomes (e.g., strong social safety net, protecting vulnerable populations, early childhood investments) for initial work with county departments and the Office of Racial Equity and Social Justice.

Members reviewed a proposed racial-equity results-based-accountability (RBA) framework that links the CAB’s operating principles and the Measure X ballot language to population-level conditions of well-being. The working list included 12 candidate outcome areas (for example, sustaining a strong social safety net, protecting vulnerable populations, supporting early childhood services, and fostering inclusion and belonging).

Several members said addressing all 12 topics at once would be overwhelming and proposed clustering related items into 3–4 workstreams. Staff and members recommended starting with areas that align directly with ballot language and existing departmental work so county departments can contribute data and operational plans. First 5 was cited as an example of a partner already using RBA methods.

Members asked for the CAB to coordinate with the county’s Office of Racial Equity and Social Justice and suggested the CAB solicit departmental feedback once the CAB narrows its priority indicators. Staff said this RBA work will be iterative, likely requiring a two-year effort with a mix of CAB volunteers, departmental staff, and consultants.