Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda

Committee Members: Javeed Ahmad, Robin Blanks (Vice-Chair), Kairis Chiaji, Carolyn Curtis, Bukola Gbadamosi, Junior Goris, Janea Hackett-Little, Heidi Keiser, Maria Lopez (Chair), Fatima Malik, Cassidy Paige, Silvia Rodriguez, Chase Smith, Tony Smith, Myel Thelen, Darsey Varnedoe, Walter Wynarchek

Values Statement: Through respectful inquiry, genuine interest, and intention to learn from its diverse members, this committee operates as a safe space in order to fulfill our purpose to advise the Commission on how best to serve all children and families in Sacramento County. 

  1. Welcome & Introductions
  2. Public Comments on Off-Agenda Items
  3. Report-Outs from Committee Representatives: SOS, Financial, Evaluation
  4. Approval: Minutes from October 9, 2026
  5. Review and Comment: Recommended Advisory Committee Membership Roster
  6. Approval: Revised First 5 Advisory Committee Bylaws
  7. Approval: 2027 Meeting Calendar
  8. Appoint 2027 Chair and Vice Chair
  9. Discussion: 2028-2031 Equity in Action Priority Population Determination
  10. Executive Director Update
  11. Member Announcements
  12. Next Meeting: February 5, 2027
  13. Adjourn

Copies of meeting materials are available upon request. Please email first5sac@saccounty.gov.

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