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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Hi all,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">As we move closer to the November 22nd deadline, I wanted to send a gentle reminder about submitting your
<a href="https://www.mapc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/REACH-Application-Document.docx">
application</a> for the <a href="https://www.mapc.org/resource-library/racial-equity-advancement-collaborative-hub/">
Racial Equity Advancement & Collaborative Hub (REACH</a>) program.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">The REACH program, developed in partnership with the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (<a href="https://www.racialequityalliance.org/">GARE</a>), offers a unique opportunity
for municipal teams to engage in deep learning, peer exchange, and practical application of racial equity concepts. This initiative is critical for municipalities committed to fostering equitable and inclusive communities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Here are the essentials to keep in mind:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Commitment to Equity</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">: Municipalities must demonstrate a commitment
to racial equity and receive endorsement from municipal leadership.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Participation Fee</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">: A participation fee of $5,000 is required,
which can be paid in full or in two installments to accommodate budget cycles.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Massachusetts Focus</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">: Participation is open to municipalities
within the Commonwealth.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Please ensure your application is complete with all supporting documents and endorsements as outlined on the REACH website.</span><span style="mso-ligatures:standardcontextual">
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">For those who were unable to attend the information session, we invite you to view the recording on
<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__linkprotect.cudasvc.com_url-3Fa-3Dhttps-253a-252f-252fr20.rs6.net-252ftn.jsp-253ff-253d001jBV4CeDCqurxZCRW6pt4hFnfzbP-2DScOBmVmarUwlWNz5PYqD0EYWpmS-2D3-5FkX5MmrLDtDxdiJkpJZFN7CAPnSYhWA-2DV70blcJQ7LJVouGTvLRjLYd3gEVj3Klf2Zvjx84ib4JvIa5gC24n3cQD9x8DhOOxDce9FxgGMCaMFxs3Xfy9uc9fDfpaQ-253d-253d-2526c-253dvqHkOaQLwJjnMKv9cGY03fNaZlCsjuDkTN03bkDDNtx3MxlzlpCSpQ-253d-253d-2526ch-253dFznRT219SbhczJhP0qx0JsdlUXbe1zvnHDxb5RHs5ZNhw-2Dt13Dv-5FYQ-253d-253d-26c-3DE-2C1-2CXj3wdivS45gxS7Z8ZgdPrYVhsbprrPuS6K91c7oY-5FILuhvb5vYBfcX0owpritkivyOOJJ0haXEed-5FeZC5RFBb7c8uMDApcU7G3pKIiA59FqgE9-5FMoBo-2C-26typo-3D1&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=dYnUhDX395HR75sM9Nj7_WmcG8Rsra-ox1wsUjkiors&m=qf6mFoRfiOP6nriNd8OgP7qy192xkaTPUCSObvcRHyETD9SfwldTMVg2kzCLVwtv&s=Z1eSSV-pRRjjQlI-NkMQmgVVfc8hwARvkZUSjJW8eKY&e=">
MAPC’s YouTube page</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Should you have any last-minute questions or require assistance with your application, please do not hesitate to reach out for support.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Best,<br>
Raul<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:standardcontextual">Learn more about the MA
<a href="https://www.mapc.org/resource-library/racial-equity-advancement-collaborative-hub/">
<span style="color:blue">Racial Equity Advancement & Collaborative Hub</span></a> program!<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:standardcontextual"><a href="https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/ec61a09ae60149599c00f887d6cbfc30@mapc.org?anonymous&ep=pcard"><span style="color:blue">Book a meeting
time with me </span></a><i><o:p></o:p></i></span></p>
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