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Michigan Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs to Hold Inaugural Meeting in Lansing on Tuesday, Sept. 29

posted on: Sep 25, 2015

Lansing, MI – The Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs (CMEAA) will hold its first public meeting in Lansing on , beginning at, on the 8 Floor of the Capitol Tower Building, 110 West Michigan Avenue in Lansing.

Governor Rick Snyder is scheduled to attend and address the Commission at the beginning of the meeting.

Assistant Attorney General Ron Robinson will provide Commissioners with a brief orientation on the Open Meeting Act and FOIA. Commissioners also will begin work on establishing the Commission’s purpose, priority areas and action items; review Commission bylaws; and schedule quarterly meetings for 2016.

Individuals who wish to address the Commission will have the opportunity to speak during the public comment period.

The meeting location is accessible and ample paid parking is available nearby. If you plan to attend and need an accommodation to do so, please contact Shawn Sanford at 517-373-8787.

The CMEAA is housed within the Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR). MDCR is charged with investigating and resolving discrimination complaints and works to prevent discrimination through educational programs that promote voluntary compliance with civil rights laws. The Department also provides information and services to businesses on diversity initiatives and equal employment law.

The CMEAA is housed within the Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR). MDCR is charged with investigating and resolving discrimination complaints and works to prevent discrimination through educational programs that promote voluntary compliance with civil rights laws. The Department also provides information and services to businesses on diversity initiatives and equal employment law.

 

Compiled by Arab America