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2025-1-28 - DEIC Agenda Packet January 28, 2025 — 6:30 PM Council Conference Room Hybrid Meeting 1.Call to Order 2.Land Acknowledgement We acknowledge and honor the Dakota nation, on whose ancestral land the City of Golden Valley is built, and whose land resources we use. We commit to counteracting the erasure of the cultural practices and presence of the Dakota people through education and by amplifying a wide range of indigenous voices. 3.Roll Call Interim Chair, Ruth Paradise Ajani Woodson Joelle Allen Tracy Murphy Kristian Baker Kira Jimenez Andrew Alberth 4.Approval of Agenda 5.Approval of Minutes 5.A.Approval of Minutes - November 26, 2024 & December 5, 2024 6.Discussion Items 6.A.DEIC Chair Updates and Process 6.B.DEIC 2025 Work Plan 1. New Brighton Equity Committee Work Plan Presentation 2. Annual Funding Approval DEI COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Commission meetings are being conducted in a hybrid format with in-person and remote options for attending. Remote Attendance Options: Members of the public may attend this meeting by streaming via MS Teams and entering passcode jCvmxK. Questions/Comments: Members of the public who have questions about the commission or any items on the agenda should contact the staff liaison - Seth Kaempfer at (763) 593-8045. City of Golden Valley DEI Commission Meeting January 28, 2025 — 6:30 PM 1 6.C.DEI Commission Calendar Date Adjustments 6.D.“Separation Law” (Previously known as “Sanctuary Cities”) Policy 7.Subcommittee Updates 7.A.City Systems 7.B.Communication and Networking 7.C.Events 1. MLK Contest and Event 2. BAEGV 1. March 2025: Neighbors & Friends That Live/Thrive with Disabilities 3. Global Golden Valley Festival (Working Title) 8.Staff Updates 8.A.DEIC Commissioner Membership 9.Adjournment City of Golden Valley DEI Commission Meeting January 28, 2025 — 6:30 PM 2 1 November 26, 2024 — 6:30 PM Council Conference Room Hybrid Meeting DEI COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 1. Call to Order Meeting called to order at 6:35pm 2. Land Acknowledgement 3. Roll Call Commissioners present: Lee Thoresen, Tracy Murphy, Ruth Paradise, Kira Jimenez, Andrew Alberth, and Kristian Baker Commissioners absent: Ajani Woodson and Joelle Allen Staff present: Seth Kaempfer, Equity and Inclusion Manager 4. Approval of Agenda Motion to approve agenda by Commissioner Paradise, seconded by Commissioner Alberth Motion carries 6-0 5. Approval of Minutes Motion to approve minutes by Commissioner Murphy, seconded by Commissioner Alberth Motion carries 6-0 6. Discussion Items 6.A. Bill Hobbs Award Nominations and Selection Commissioner Thoresen and Paradise shared who they chose to win the Bill Hobbs Award. Commissioner Thoresen shared that there were such strong nominations that they decided to choose two winners and Commissioner Paradise provided background on the two winners. Motion to award the Trey Gladney and Christopher Robinson the Bill Hobbs Award by Commissioner Murphy, seconded by Commissioner Jimenez Motion carries 6-0 6.B 2025 Commission Draft Work Plan 3 2 Commissioner Thoresen presented on the draft work plan to the commission. Commissioner Thoresen noted that there is the intention to plan and execute a larger culture event and that discussions have begun with GV Foundations. The plan is to implement it in summer 2026, which has been a commission interest for a couple of years. Commissioner Thoresen also shared that it will be important in the future to continue doing event but also have sustained efforts regarding work from the City Systems Subcommittee. Commissioner Thoresen provided an overview of an event the commissioners attended regarding a DEIC/HRC forum and asked Staff Kaempfer to reach out the planner to gather details about Golden Valley hosting the next forum. Commissioner Alberth asked about how the commission is able to strategy build into the plan ways to acknowledge the great scope of politics of the nation in the work of the commission, especially when it directly affects their work and call-to-action. Commissioner Thoresen and Staff Kaempfer shared that commissions can make statements and share out but that it must align with their bylaws. Commissioner Alberth asked the commission for permission to draft a statement and send it over for promotion in the new year. The commission agreed and Commissioner Alberth said he would bring it to the next meeting. Commissioner Thoresen also put out the ask if the council would also reaffirm their commitment DEI. 6.C. City Ice Rinks and Wetland Preservation Commissioner Paradise provided information about a community member concern regarding environmental issues with the City’s ice rinks and wetland preservation. Commissioner Thoresen asked if the situation is too tenuous and that it would be better to partner with the Environmental Commission and the Open Space and Recreation Commission. Commissioner Paradise said that she will contact the chair of the Environmental Commission and share that they would like to partner on something if they are interested. 6.D. Council Agenda and DEI Commission Future Topic Discussion Staff Kaempfer shared that one of the ask from commissioners after the DEIC/HRC forum in New Brighton was to provide information about upcoming council agenda topics so that the commission could stay in the know. Staff Kaempfer asked any criteria that would help to make sure he brought the most important information to the commission. Commissioner said that they will think on and provide input at a later date and asked Staff Kaempfer to provide information before meetings if possible. 7. Subcommittee Updates 7.A. City Systems 4 3 Staff Kaempfer provided an update about the Equity Decision Making Toolkit and that some redesign happened to create a better read and understanding for those using it. Staff Kaempfer shared what decision and action will be testing the toolkit and tools. Commissioner Thoresen asked that once the tool is revised that it come back to the subcommittee. Commissioner Thoresen also stated that a formal recommendation should be made to council for them to use the toolkit and tools on their policy work and decision making. 7.B. Communication and Networking Commissioner Paradise noted that while they have strong connection to various organizations and group across the city that dedicated and purposeful efforts will still need to continue in the next year. 7.C. Events 1. BAEGV 1. December 2024 BAEGV: DEIC Year In Review & Celebration Commissioner Paradise provided an update about RSVPs for the event. Commissioner Paradise shared about how they have been promoting the event. Commissioner Thoresen will be building an agenda for the evening and is looking for it to be a broad discussion instead of having topic tables. 2. 2025 MLK Contest Commissioner Murphy provided a progress update about contacting various school and getting the word out there about the contest. Staff Kaempfer shared that there are no submissions at the time. Commissioner Murphy also provided an overview of the partnership with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie and their MLK event. 8. Staff Updates 8.A. DEIC Commissioner Membership Staff Kaempfer shared that Council has appointed two new commissioners and a youth commissioner. These commissioners will be attending their first meeting in October. 8.B. DEIC Budget Staff Kaempfer shared updates regarding the budget and what was left to spend for the upcoming event 8.C. Upcoming City Initiatives and Programs Staff Kaempfer asked the council how they would like to be informed of upcoming city initiatives and programs to have more insight. Commissioners agreed that this would be important and to provide information in advance when possible. Commissioner Thoresen asked specifically about 5 4 getting information about dual-naming for signage and Staff Kaempfer said he would contact Director Kiefer. 9. Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 8:03 pm. _______________________________ Seth Kaempfer, Equity and Inclusion Manager _______________________________ Date _______________________________ Ruth Paradise, Interim Chair _______________________________ Date 6 1 December 5, 2024 — 5:30 PM Brookview – Valley Room Hybrid Meeting DEI COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 1. Call to Order Meeting called to order at 5:30pm 2. Land Acknowledgement 3. Roll Call Commissioners present: Lee Thoresen, Tracy Murphy, Ruth Paradise, Andrew Alberth, Kristian Baker, and Joelle Allen Commissioners absent: Ajani Woodson and Kira Jimenez Staff present: Seth Kaempfer, Equity and Inclusion Manager 4. Approval of Agenda Motion to approve agenda by Commissioner Allen, seconded by Commissioner Alberth Motion carries 6-0 5. Discussion Items 5.A. 2025 MLK Competition Commissioner Murphy provided an update about what to expect for the competition, partnership with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie MLK event, and the upcoming deadlines. 5.B DEIC Reacknowledgement/Reaffirmation of Equity Statement Commissioner Alberth presented the statement that he drafted to the commissioners. Commissioners provided comments and edits to what should be said. Commissioner Alberth and Paradise suggested that this statement go on the upcoming newsletter, newsfeed, social media, and the DEIC’s webpage. Staff Kaempfer stated that he will send over the statement to the Communications Department for and noted that it will most likely be edited for length, especially on social media. 6. Staff Updates 7 2 Staff Kaempfer had not updates at this time. 7. Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 6:00 pm. _______________________________ Seth Kaempfer, Equity and Inclusion Manager _______________________________ Date _______________________________ Ruth Paradise, Interim Chair _______________________________ Date 8 DRAFT For Discussion Purposes 01.28.24 2025 Proposed Work Plan Golden Valley Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission: Proposed Work Plan, January 2025-March 2026 DEIC Charge Proposed 2025 Outputs 1. Analyze the City’s systems and recommend DEI improvements (in coordina<on with City staff, council, mayor). • Consult with the Equity and Inclusion manager to monitor adop<on and use of Equity Analysis Toolkit • Resume work with City staff, city council on naming public assets policy • Begin reviewing City housing, transit and other community development policies and programs with an equity lens 2. Help City officials and staff to communicate the City’s DEI work and facilitate community engagement and feedback on that work. • Expand rela<onships with historically excluded community groups and leaders (including Golden Valley neighborhood leaders), providing input and feedback on City’s DEI work (and who could partner w/DEIC when relevant) • Provide/partner with City communica<ons staff to ensure publicity for specific events that DEIC organizes, co-organizes or endorses • Informal mee<ngs and informa<on sharing with other City Commissions 3. Collaborate with organiza<ons to organize events and other ac<ons that educate the community and increase apprecia<on for DEI and human rights. • Present at least four BAEGV community forums (March: Disabili<es – Workabili<es, Q3: Indigenous Communi<es, September: Recognizing Neighbors, December: DEIC Report to the Community and Community Input into Priori<es for 2026) • Hate Has No Home Here Series: a) Agism; b) TBD; c) TBD • Support Sweet Potato Comfort Pie events, Ho-Chunk history event, Golden Valley Pride • Sponsor MLK Essay & Art Contest, Bill Hobbs Award • Start planning for a bigger mul<cultural celebra<on event in summer 2026 9 DRAFT For Discussion Purposes 01.28.24 DEIC 2025-Q1 2026 Work Plan by Quarter: Q1 2025 (January-March) DEIC overall: • Begin planning Q2 BAEGV on Indigenous communi<es • Begin discussion on hos<ng Region wide forum for DEI Commissions City Systems: • Begin reviewing City housing, transit and other community development policies and programs with an equity lens Communica<ons: • Communica<ons for MLK contest • Communica<ons for March BAEGV • Ini<al communica<ons planning for June BAEGV Events: • Sweet Potato Comfort Pie Event (January) • MLK Youth Essay/Drawing Contest (January) • BAEGV Forum: Disabili<es - Workability (March) • Approach PEACE Commission regarding joint Q3 event • Par<cipate in community mee<ngs to consider community wide celebra<on (held annually in September) Q2 2025 (April-June) DEIC Overall: • Con<nue discussion and promo<on of inter-commission coopera<on at Board and Commissions Annual Mee<ng • Begin planning for Sept BAEGV re recognizing neighbors (with PEACE Commission) • Begin discussion and planning on hos<ng Region wide forum for DEI Commissions City Systems: • Evaluate use and effec<veness of Equity Analysis Tool • Work with Open Space and Recrea<on Commission to research about and implement dual-naming for signage to include Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ Communica<ons: • Communica<ons for Q2 BAEGV Events: • BAEGV Forum: Indigenous Communi<es (June) • Support Pride Fes<val (June) 10 DRAFT For Discussion Purposes 01.28.24 Q3 2025 (July-September) Overall: • Begin planning Q4 BAEGV Forum • Planning and hos<ng Region wide forum for DEI Commissions City Systems: • Prepare to be able to discuss City Equity Plan implementa<on progress with City staff and Council Communica<ons: • Communica<ons for September BAEGV • Begin promo<ng Bill Hobbs Award, MLK Contest opportuni<es Events: • BAEGV Forum: recognizing neighbors (with PEACE Commission) Q4 2025 (October-December) Overall: Begin draling 2025 (April 2025-March 2026) DEIC Work Plan City Systems: • Discuss City Equity Plan implementa<on progress with City staff and Council Communica<ons: • Promote Bill Hobbs Award, MLK Contest opportuni<es • Communica<ons for December BAEGV Events: • Conduct Bill Hobbs Human Rights Award process, begin MLK Contest process • BAEGV Forum: 2025 DEIC Year in Review and community input into 2026 Work Plan (December) • Con<nue enlis<ng partners, sponsors, exemplars for mid-2026 celebra<on event Q1 2026 (January-March 2026) Overall: Develop workplan for April 2025 – March 2026 City Systems: • Update City equity plan implementa<on goals for 2026 as necessary Communica<ons: • Communica<ons for Q1 BAEGV Events: • Sweet Potato Comfort Pie Event (January) • MLK Youth Essay/Drawing Contest (January) • Determine BAEGV Forum topics for the year (March) • Planning for 2026 mul<cultural celebra<on event 11 DRAFT For Discussion Purposes 01.28.24 Ongoing (2025 – 2026) • Commission review of the City housing, transit, and other community development policies and programs with an equity lens • As needed and when opportunity arises, meet with/share informa<on and project par<cipa<on with other commissions. 12 Equity Commission Work Plan 2023 -2024 l Proposed Quarterly Calendar (subject to change) * Anticipated Commission action item l Bold text indicates Council Strategic Priority l [C]indicates Commission initiated TOPIC COMMISSION TASK April –June 2023 •Orientation Training •Commission Overview & Work Plan Approval * •Just Deeds Education Campaign * •Public Safety Overview [C] •Volunteer at Juneteenth event July –Sept 2023 •Equity Strategic Action Plan Review * •Tour of parks with PREC •Volunteer at Farmer’s Market •Indigenous People’s Day & Land Acknowledgment * Oct –Dec 2023 •Data * •Education [C] •Training * Jan –March 2024 •Joint Commission Meeting •Land Use •Affordable Housing •Meet new members & understand city government •Learn Commission history & role •Identify/update Commission interests •Advise staff & Council •Learn and ask questions •Advise on equity strategy and implementation •Provide feedback & collaborate with PREC •Make connections with residents & neighbor •Craft and propose language (could be informal work group) •Provide feedback and discuss implications of data •Explore intersection of school and government to promote youth equity •Review and provide feedback on Staff Training schedule •Determine trainings that Equity Commission would like to participate in •Provide feedback & collaborate with EDC 13 1/14/25, 8:08 AM Equity-Commission-Work-Plan-2024 (1335×752) https://www.newbrightonmn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2513/Equity-Commission-Work-Plan-2024?bidId=1/114