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11-25-14 HRC Agenda AGENDA �-��` �� Human Rights Commission �� Qn City of Golden Valley � 7800 Golden Valley Road �� Golden Valley, MN 55427 NOVEMBER 25, 2014 6:00 pm Manager's Conference Room I. Call to Order II. Introductions III. Approval of October 23, 2014 Meeting Minutes IV. Council Updates V. Old Business A. Review of GV League of Women Voters and HRC "Toward a More Perfect Union: Talking About the Constitution," Equality event held Thursday, November 20, 2014 at Brookview Grill B. Discuss and Finalize 2015 Work Plan VI. New Business A. Discuss Bill Hobbs Human Rights Award Nomination Deadline B. Review Draft 2014 Annual Report(to be distributed at the meeting) VII. Communications A. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Breakfast "Infinite Hope, Meaningful Action" Monday, January 19, 2015 VIII. Adjourn MINUTES �� Human Rights Commission (HRC) City of Golden Valley ��n 7800 Golden Valley Road .r� Golden Valley, MN 55427 �C:1. � Council Conference Room October 23, 2014 Commissioners present: Teresa Martin, Chair Adam Buttress Simon Gotlieb (new member) Carla Johnson Payton Perkins �� Michael Pristash ��'� Sue Phelps ffi��,��; � Commissioners absent: Jonathan Burris, �; �.,,,.;.,�. Guest: Andrew Ramlet (new youth member, to be sworn in November 5) Staff: Chantell Knauss, Assistant City Manager Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant The meeting was convened at 6:30 pm by Chair Martin. Introductions Commissioners and staff introduced themselves. Additions to Aqenda Election of Officers and Discussion of November and December Meeting Dates. Approval of June 24, 2014 and Auqust 26, 2014 Reqular Meetinq Minutes Motion by Commissioner Pristash, second by Commissioner Johnson to approve the June 24, 2014 and August 26, 2014 minutes. Motion carried 7-0. Council Updates No updates were presented. Old Business Election of Vice-Chair Martin asked for any volunteers to serve as Vice-President. Martin nominated Johnson for Vice-Chair. Motion by Chair Martin, second by Commissioner Pristash to elect Commissioner Johnson as Vice-Chair. Motion carried 7-0. Human Rights Commission October 23,2014 Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 4 Review of September 11 Day of Service and Remembrance Johnson stated this is the 2nd year of holding the event at Second Harvest Heartland for the evening shift from 6-8 pm. This year there were 11 people who registered and 39 volunteers that participated. The volunteers sorted and packed 4,470 pounds of food to be distributed to local food shelves. The Commission plans to conduct another event in 2015. Martin volunteered to start a scrapbook of events and meetings conducted by the Human Rights Commission (HRC). Review of October 9 "Mental Illness in Adults" HRC Conversations Event and Survev Results A total of 56 people attended the event, including Council Members HRC Members, panelists and staff. The Commission and staff received, �ive comments from the ��,�: public about the event. The speaker and panelists w � ��;�� y well-received. ,:��\\ . � Thank you notes were sent to the speaker�� pa ;: �ts. � Martin stated that 21 surveys were ret ��ci with pos� comments. ,��\�\.. �� . � The StarTribune put an article abou��'l��event in the m��tc� section. �\��`� ��\��;�� Martin suggested possible appointr��r�t in the future of a r� ��'��d�or handicapped person in the future. �� .,,,��\\\., �\;\ ��,. \ \,. The Commission discussed holc� � a�� uman Rig�t��mmission at C�ar or multi- , v family facility to get input from resE�� ho are not��able to get to meetings or who �� ; �� .. have a lack of opportunity to be he�� i�rne�ssues 7��ssed were: if a regular �.. �� meeting was held but nothing specific�:yvas on ��agenda"`for discussion how would the pobduc�t ng the reg��eetii�g at ancoff�e b c I ty�sut��s ed�alpossible efit of �� ,, program/activity/vol�n#eer oppdr�unity be ��nducted at a�i�bff-site location to solicit information and comr'n�;1i��s. The��ommissia a�rill table discussion to the November �� meeting. � �y� �;:.. ��,��,��,: �� . -< \\ , : <�� Reminder on GV Le��e of Vu��en Vote��_�lans for "Toward a More Perfect Union: Talkinq About the Con��i��ion "��uality Event: Thursday, November 20, 2014 at �"�� `�� Brookview,G:�mmunitv C� ' r "° The HRC is��;� ponsoring �event��e event will run from 7-9 pm. HRC members are requeste me at 6: � m to help set-up, greet visitors and help with clean-up after the event. �` � ; ,� � �� New Business �\� �� , Sweet Potato Comfort Pr a The Commission received information about using Sweet Potato Comfort Pie in conjunction with the MLK day event. The Commission discussed possibly making the pies during the event and serving them or distributing them to people in need; reviewed the potential conflicts with promoting the use of a private, for-profit company without giving other companies the opportunity to also participate; suggested that this be used in a different venue such as the Farmer's Market to allow people to contact the business owner directly if they are interested; suggested that organizations that deliver door-to- door meals or faith-based organizations who serve meals may be an alternative; discussed if distributing of the pies meets the HRC goals or if it relates to human rights issues specifically; suggested the owner may want to donate the pies at a MLK day Human Rights Commission October 23,2014 Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4 event; suggested promoting the idea of pies without promoting the company; and make pies as a community event and share the pies at the event. Motion by Commissioner Pristash, second by Commissioner Phelps to table the discussion with the recommendation that the Chair talk with the Mayor and Rose McGee to discuss the use the pies and suggest other venues for their participation and report back to the HRC. Motion carried 7-0. 2015 Work Plan Knauss reviewed the Work Plan process. The HRC discussed potential themes for 2015 such as: elder abuse, both physical/mental and financial; minority children school expulsions; access to education; gay/lesbian/transgende�'��hool issues; teen prostitution; sex-trafficking; intimate partner abuse; co-sponsor senior resource fair with abuse information; teen prostitution play (Blank Slate Theatre, St. Paul) with discussion after; community read book discussion of Crazy Love, by L�lie Morgan Steiner, speaker and round table discussion regardm '`��se. �\` , ��\�� ,. �� Motion by Commissioner Pristash seca by Commissioner�� elps to approve ' ��, �. the 2015 Work Plan theme as abuse. Moti �:carried 7-0. �� :; �''`' �� \�\� Motion by Chair Martin, second by Commissi+�r�e�r,.�o�nson to table`�h`e 2015 Work Plan detailed discussion to the November meeti�� Motion carried 7-0. � °��. • Knauss will rovide co ies of the ��ma ��#�ts Com�iil�sion by-laws to members via email. p p . \\,\ \�\ ` ��' \� ��; � , ; <° \ � �� . '� �;�, � Discussion of November and �)��ember �� Dates � - �� The HRC discussed meeting dates for Nov��er and December. The Commission will � determine at the Novemb r meeting if a Dec��er meeting needs to be held. , � ''` : \\,: �� ; ,, . ��; \\� Motion by Chair 1111a��, se�p d by Coi�, �ioner Pristash to change the meeting \\�� o\�\� time for the Novembe�,�5 me�e�� to 6 pm�'and change the meeting date from December 23 to Decembe� 18 (i��eded). Motion carried 7-0. `' \\ :: �� League of MN�k��man Riqht�:�ommissions Annual Meeting Reminder The Annual Me��n will be h��l� on October 25, 2014 from 1-3 pm at the Maplewood Public Library. Mart�� nd Pr��sh plan on attending. ,,� , Adiourn Motion by Chair Martin, second by Commissioner Pristash to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 pm. Motion carried 7-0. Follow-up Items: • Martin talk with Mayor Harris and Rose McGee regarding Sweet Potato Comfort Pie. • Knauss provide copies of the Human Rights Commission by-laws to members via email. • HRC to finalize details Abuse topic for 2015. • HRC discuss off-site meeting or event. Human Rights Commission October 23,2014 Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 4 Teresa Martin, Chair ATTEST: Chantell Knauss, Staff Liaison Approved by HRC: ��\\\ :\� Respectfully submitted, ��;��\�, Judy Nally, Administrative Assistant �� "�� ,� �� _��a. � �.. , �� :�� ,.� ��a>�.. '�e ,\ :� ,��,. �� y.. �� \��' �� \� ��; :� � ��. � .. � � ��ti� �� \\\\��; . �\, Human Rights Commission October 23,2014 Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4 Golden Valley established an annual human rights award in igg9, it was named for William Hobbs.And, for the first year,William Hobbs received the award. Hobbs served about 3o years on the city's Human Rights Commission,was its chairman for a time and helped to steer the community through various Human Rights issues. Hobbs died in 2ooi at the age of 83. City of Golden Valley, MN: HRC Bill Hobbs Human Rights Award Page 1 of 2 YOU ARE HEftE: Name > Cit�Gov�rnm�nt > Bo�rds � Commissions > HFtC > Bill Hobbs Numan Rigl�ts Award Bill Hobbs Hum n i ts ward Every community has people who work to build an environment that promotes fair and equal treatment far everyone. Often their special efforts are unrecognized outside their own circle of friends, co-workers, and neighbors. The Golden Valley Human Rights Commission {HRC) seeks to recognize and support the effiorts of these individuals through the Bill Hobbs Human Rights Rward. The HRC accepts nominations for the award each yea r. Nomination deadiine for the 2013 Hobbs Nurnan Rights Award is December 1, 20i3. Submit a nom6nation EligibilitY on�ine » Nominees must live, work, or conduct business in the city of Golden Valley during the nomination year. Nominee activities proposed for recognition shouEd have a positive impact or clearly improved understand'€ng or caoperatian in the areas af race, color, religion, gender, national arigin, disability, age, sexual orientation, or familial status. Nominee services must be either valuntary or above-and-beyand a paid employee's usual job respansibilities. Members of the Golden Valley Nurr�an Rights Camrriission are not eligible for the award while serving an the commissian. Nomination Process Nominations may be submitted by either an individual or an arganization (ie, a club, social agency, unit of government, religious denomination, schaal, ar business). To submit a nomination, either: Fill out the onlin� n�r�inati€ar� form OR Download the namination �c�rm and return to: Golden Valley Human Rights Commission Golden Valley City Hall 7800 Golden Valley Road Golden Valley, MfV 55427-458� Selection Process The recipient is selected by members of the Golden Valley Human Rights Commission. http://www.goldenvalleymn.gov/boards/humanrights/hobbs-award.php 11/20/2014 City of Golden Valley, MN: HRC Bill Hobbs Human Rights Award Page 2 of 2 The Commission may give speciaf consideration to activities that have occurred for an extended time, at least part of which have taken place during the current year, and tha� have had a significant impact on an affected group or individual. Award Presentation The award is presented during a City Cauncil Meeting. The recipient's name is inscribed on a plaque permanentiy displayed in Golden Valley City HaIL In addition, the recipient receives a similar plaque inscribed with his/her organization's name. Golden Valley Police Department 7800 Golden Valley Rd Golden Valley, MN 55427 Phone: 763-593-8079 Fax: 763-593-8098 Errsergency: 911 TTY: 763-593-3968 t� Em�ii Us Past Recipients 2009 - Tom Henderlite 2005 - Hilmer Erickson 2002 - Mary E. Anderson 2001 - Ronald Davis 1999 - Bill Habbs Oc City of Galden Valley, Z013 7800 Galden Valley Raad, Golder� Valley, MN 55427 763-593-8C}Od � TTY: 763-593-3�68 http://www.goldenvalleymn.gov/boards/humanrights/hobbs-award.php 11/20/2014 Numan Rights Commission G 7f3t�o Gc,ldcrn V�Iley 12o�c#,Go{�en V<�Iley,M�55�t�7-h58£i Git�t i1�. 763-593-8C?C70 � 753-;�93-810�i(Fax<} � TTY:763-543 3ab� ( oe'w�v.golde�nvalleyrrin.�ov �� Val��- � I . R � � :�� i O � . � • � . • • . • O � �� : � � � j �:. � � �� a � � � �� :,� ,a�_� ¢��r NAME � ORGANIZATION/AFFILIATION ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP DAY PNONE EVENING PNONE E-MAIL `. � .�� `�°�S�'r�Ps'�s ", ...,...-.- � ?��`�,x�v�,�r "e N . �s a � E,�"��;s�3ri��'s.xr� � � �.�''a �"�" , t;w,�F��r � � �' ; �r,. ai�"�, ��'�;,�, ��'��;` r. :a� � �;� �^�a'o, '� ��' �A, "� : ,s•,..�:�t. .,.,s� : _._m. ��,..,...�o,.___'.a...,,_....._ ....�.,�. YOUR NAME �ORGANIZATION/AFFILIATION ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP DAY PNONE EVENING PNONE E-MAIL � � � � w � � -� " a �� a r ;�� . �.�., a�—� ^�a �. �� >:. ..,.t_.,,......_.,,��__._...�,�....�., 1. I-low did the nominee further human rights ir� ��olcl:�n 'Jal;cy? please (ist specific ac'tions or activities. 2. Now did nominee's actions/activities benefit the Golden Valley community? 3.When and where did these actions/activities take place? Is it/are they ongoing? Please describe: 4.Who was the principal beneficiary of the nominee's activities/actions? 5. Is there any other information about the nominee which might facilitate the Commission's decision? 6. Please list any other people who would suppnrt this nomination. Include their phone numbers. Submit your completed nomination form by December�,20»,to: Golden Valley Numan Rights Commission,Golden Valley City Nall,780o Golden Valley Road,Golden Valley,MN 55427-4588• MLK Breakfast 2015 Page 1 of 1 . _ . . _ :��,K.��;�,��r�q.,�... � � �� `�� #� � z Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. _ '� £� ' Holiday Breakfast ' Monday, January �9, 2015 %: ��: . ' ; � " .. � . �.. �u �: , .-_ - v _�. � �a� � � � . 5 , �� . �� '��, C��E�t�°��"�`��t��l�� ; �. ,� ., �a:� , ___ __ _.�... __�__. �s � f:)afe: Jat�uary 19;2015 � : _... 9e ` H-.. � � ` � ..• Time: 7:Q0 a.m.G5T ' � ` �... �. �_;� � . LocaCioE�: Minneapolis Ganvenfian Cer�ier , �� : KeynUte; Vernon Jordan � �,, � ,..._._ _ .,. ..,..... ... a . .. � _,,�, ,.._.,, .- , � _ _ 25Yh ANNUAL Dit.CN1�R71N LUTHEF2 KING Ji2.HC}LIC�AY BREAKI=AS7 � �^Jatch the MLK Breakfast LIVE on Twin Cifies Public Television � (tg�t2}at 8:00 a.m.on Monday,January 19,2015 or stream it � � �,. .� �: e onlu�e -g .,. at TPT or � �. �� , � � � � � � �,.,� ..,. ,,,.,,, ,,,�� .�,»,�,.,,�». �,��,,,�,,, �` � �, i _. � '� The Generai MiEls Fnundation and The United Negra Coilege � �u€�d(UNCF)are pleased to present the 25th attnual Dr.MaRin "� l.uther King;Jr. f-loliday Breakfast.The hreakfast is an �; c�pp�artE�nity to cefebrate Dr.King's legacy of service and be � F ` , � � ��. �� inspired�o liva oiaf his dream taday in our homes,the comrnunity - , � _ ar�d t.11r�ughout the worid. � �� ' This year's keynake speaker is Vernan Jordan;renawned civif § � � ��`� � , � rights leader;attorney and influential business consultant.Mr. ��. ��Y��. Jordata has heid mai�y prominent official and advisory roles in the � ' � UNCF,tha NRACP and politics.Ne will pravide powerful �' " ` messages on this year's theme:"infinite Hape,Meaningfui Action." �Ne alsa have a very special guest tl3is year in Yofanda Adams,a miilii-plati��um selling and Grammy Rward winning Gaspel artist. h1rs.Adams wiil be�erforming during the breakfast and sharing � sonie of her thoughts on MLK day. Pl�ase jain us#or this inspiring community celebrationi � ��,; i �^ New This yeari Join us for a commitment to commut3ity servica �. �! �- „ �` %�'��,,:.�.. , ,, � .; _e .� ;�,�� -, � r.. :,��.� i�,: � „ �� .. . , „ : �O 2014.Sponsored by�u�+��UNCF � Supported by the�f GeneraS F.-1il!s�oundaiio�� Broadcast live on r��TPT � Confact Us http://www.mlkbreakfast.com/ 11/21/2014