The Missoula City-County Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Advisory Board was established in January 2023 to advise the local governments by making recommendations on issues, policies, programs, services, and other opportunities that advance justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) into key aspects of service so that all Missoula City and County residents may equitably access public resources. Additionally, the Board will communicate with local governments to increase awareness of current issues impacting members of the Missoula community. 

To achieve it’s stated purpose, the board will: 

Build an environment of trust and belonging so all members may contribute fully and openly. 

Consider how historical and current systemic barriers restrict access to services and support specific communities and work to address these barriers. 

Over time, evaluate the broad purpose/impact of Missoula City and County local code/ordinances, programs, policies, procedures, and practices through a JEDI lens while considering their benefits and burdens. 

Apply a strategic approach centered on equity to model processes that promote JEDI values. 

Develop and apply a process that uses a JEDI lens to assess the Board’s effectiveness in achieving its objectives. 

The work of this Board is multifaceted and fluid as recognition and understanding of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion continues to evolve in Missoula City and County. As such, it will be important to ensure the Board is transparent and adaptable and strives to embody JEDI principles to ensure accessibility and belonging while exercising leadership in its work. 

Nine regular members and two alternate members who vote in the absence of a regular member. One member is appointed by the Mayor, three by the City Council, four by the Board of County Commissioners and one by the JEDI Advisory Board. Board terms are staggered for one, two and three year terms.

The first alternate is appointed by the County Commissioners and the second alternate is appointed by the City Council. 

50% + 1

Board members must be residents of the City of Missoula or Missoula County.

Resolution 8659

Resolution 8533

Bylaws Resolution 8738