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Discussion

Is Norman an inclusive community?

Do all of our citizens feel respected and represented in the business, education and social sectors?

Are we as a community taking advantage of the economic and social opportunities represented by diversity?

Residents of Norman will have the chance to respond to these questions and address other related issues at a public meeting sponsored by the City of Norman, the University of Oklahoma, and the Norman Chamber of Commerce scheduled for Thursday, November 8th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Norman Regional Hospital Educational Center, 901 N. Porter. The meeting will be open to the public and all interested community members are invited and encouraged to attend. Local representatives of the National Issues Forum and members of the City of Norman Human Rights Commission will assist with the meeting.

"What we hope to provide on November 8th is a safe and respectful place for Norman’s citizens to discuss whether we are a community that is genuinely open to the participation and opinions of all of our residents." said Mayor Cindy Rosenthal. Some of the issues we hope to discuss are public safety, education, human services, transportation, housing, employment, and economic opportunity. "A central goal is to identify those areas where we can make Norman a more welcoming community."

"The evidence that diversity and inclusiveness can really strengthen the business opportunities and overall quality of life in a community is powerful," said Robin Allen, Chamber of Commerce President, "and it’s important that we have a better idea of where Norman stands, and the direction we would like to go."

All citizens of Norman are invited to this community meeting. Reservations can be made by calling 366-5404 or emailing Carol.Coles at NormanOK dot gov.