Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Consulting Services RFP
Greenbelt, MD
Summary
Greenbelt is moving from isolated DEI programs to a citywide effort and plans to hire a consultant to assess where it stands, define roles, and set measurable goals. Council wants the work to measure both internal culture and community impact, and is considering a resident advisory committee on DEI and accessibility.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city manager proposed shifting $200,000 in public safety surcharge money to fund an organizational assessment and community visioning instead of more police vehicles or playground replacement.
City employees and residents, particularly groups the DEI work is meant to serve, along with departments that gain clearer expectations and shared measurement.
Advocates for other city spending note the $200,000 could otherwise replace a small playground or fund police vehicles.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council - Oct 26, 2026
The city is hiring a consultant to turn its equity audit findings into a 3-5 year implementation plan with measurable goals. Councilmembers want the work to cover not just internal culture but the equity of services delivered to residents.
General - Sep 9, 2026
Greenbelt is moving from isolated DEI programs to a citywide effort and plans to hire a consultant to assess where it stands, define roles, and set measurable goals. Council wants the work to measure both internal culture and community impact, and is considering a resident advisory committee on DEI and accessibility.
General - Jun 1, 2026
The city is deciding how to structure and fund its Equity and Inclusion work after the JEDI audit, with four options on the table. Council settled on hiring a consultant first to define the role before committing to a director-level position, aiming to engage one within six months.
General - May 18, 2026
The City Manager proposed downgrading the DEI Officer position from Grade 15 to Grade 11, prompting residents to call for preserving the independent DEI office. The Council will revisit the issue in June or July.
City Council - May 11, 2026
The city's first DEI officer role is up for restructuring. Residents pushed back hard in the budget hearing, and the council ultimately agreed to keep the position funded while weighing four restructuring options and promising more transparency.
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