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12-18-14 HRC Agenda AGENDA �� Human Rights Commission -� City of Golden Valley � '�'�� 7800 Golden Valley Road �� Golden Valley, MN 55427 DECEMBER 18, 2014 6:30 pm Council Conference Room I. Call to Order II. Introductions (if needed) III. Approval of November 25, 2014 Meeting Minutes IV. Council Updates V. Old Business A. May 2015 HRC Conservations Planning a. Blank Slate Theatre production of"bottom" and follow-up discussion B. October 2015 HRC Conversations Planning C. HRC Traveling Meeting D. Senior Fair VI. New Business VII. Adjourn MINUTES �'�� Human Rights Commission (HRC) �` City of Golden Valley ��`� ��' 7800 Golden Valley Road Golden Valley, MN 55427 �� Council Conference Room November 25, 2014 Commissioners present: Teresa Martin, Chair Jonathan Burris Adam Buttress Simon Gotlieb Carla Johnson Michael Pristash Sue Phelps Andrew Ramlet Commissioners absent: Payton Perkins City Council Liaison: Andy Snope Staff: Chantell Knauss, Assistant City Manager The meeting was convened at 6:03 pm by Chair Martin. Introductions The City Council Liaison, Commissioners and staff introduced themselves. Approval of October 23, 2014 Reqular Meetinq Minutes Motion by Commissioner Pristash, second by Commissioner Johnson to approve the October 23, 2014 minutes. Motion carried 6-1, Commissioner Burris dissenting. Council Updates No updates were presented. Old Business Review of Golden Vallev Leaque of Women Voters (GVLWV) and HRC "Toward a More PerFect Union: Talkinq About the Constitution " Equalitv event held Thursday November 20, 2014 at Brookview Grill This was the third of three "Toward a More Perfect Union: Talking About the Constitution," events by the GVLWV. Vice Chair Johnson and Commissioner Burris attended the event. Vice-Chair Johnson was invited by the GVLWV to give a brief explanation of the HRC and what it does to those in attendance. The program began with a viewing of the applicable portion of the TPT TV video of the Constitution. There were approximately 27 people in attendance, primarily made up of GVLWV members Human Rights Commission November 25,2014 Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 3 and their family and friends. Johnson and Burris served as recorders for the small group discussion on the Equal Protection Clause of the Constitution (14th Amendment). Sweet Potato Comfort Pie Update Chair Martin and Vice Chair Johnson met with Ms. McGee and explained the concerns HRC had with promoting the proposal via the HRC. Ms. McGee understood the HRC's limitations and will be moving forward with the proposal through other avenues. 2015 Work Plan Knauss reviewed the Work Plan process. Some suggestions that were brought up were: • Work with HRC's from Crystal, Robbinsdale, New Hope on Joint HRC program on Genocide that will be held in April 2015. Chair Martin and Commissioner Pristash volunteered to serve as liaisons to the committee working on this. • Invite a representative from the Golden Valley Police Department to a future HRC meeting to discuss a specific topic (to be determined). Commissioner Buttress excused himself from the meeting at 6:35pm. Commissioner Gotlieb arrived at the meeting at 6:38pm. After much discussion, it was the consensus of the HRC to focus the 2015 HRC Conversations Series on human sex trafficking. • Invite the Blank Slate Theatre and HRC host the live theatre production of their play, "Bottom" about human sex trafficking. Commissioner Phelps will follow-up to see if there is a charge to bring the play to Golden Valley. • Knauss will check with Brookview Community Center for availability for the dates: Thursday, May 14 (1St Choice) and Thursday, May 7 (2nd Choice). • HRC will consider the dates of Thursdays, October 8 or 22, 2015 for the second of the 2015 HRC Conversation Series on human sex trafficking, possibly to consist of viewing of a video and expert panelist discussion. • Everyone needs to research documentary-type videos (approximately 10-20 minutes in length) on the topic of human sex trafficking for the Commission's consideration to use for the October event. • Everyone needs to think of possible subject matter experts that may be able to serve as panelists for the October HRC Conversations event. It was the consensus of the Commission again sponsor the September Day of Service & Remembrance at Second Harvest Heartland in 2015. Because September 11 falls on a Saturday, the event will be scheduled for the evening of Thursday, September 10, 2015. New Business Discuss Bill Hobbs Human Riqhts Award Nomination Deadline It was the consensus of the Commission to solicit nominations for the Bill Hobbs Award with a deadline of February 20, 2015. The nominations will be reviewed at the HRC's regular February meeting. Knauss will make sure the nomination information is updated on the City's website. Review Draft 2014 Annual Report Human Rights Commission November 25,2014 Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 3 Commissioners reviewed the draft 2014 Annual Report and it was their consensus that Chair Martin present it and the 2015 Work Plan to the City Council at their Worksession on January 13, 2014. Communications Dr. Martin Luther Kinq, Jr. Holiday Breakfast "Infinite Hope Meaninqful Action" Mondav Januarv 19, 2015 Commissioners discussed if they should host a viewing event similar to the 2014 one that was co-sponsored with Spirit of Hope Church. Knauss explained the timing is late in getting any publicity in the City News Newsletter and other outlets. Another idea to consider for next year is if the Commission is interested in purchasing tickets for an entire table for this event and allowing Golden Valley residents on a first- come RSVP basis be the HRC's guests at the event. If Commissioners are interested in attending the event, please let Knauss know and she will order tickets for those Commissioners. Adiourn Motion by Commissioner Pristash, second by Commissioner Johnson to adjourn the meeting at 7:56 pm. Motion carried 7-0. Follow-up Items: • Commissioner Phelps will follow-up to see if there is a charge to bring the play, "Bottom," by Blank Slate Theatre to Golden Valley. • Everyone needs to research documentary-type videos (approximately 10-20 minutes in length) on the topic of human sex trafficking for the Commission's consideration to use for the October event. • Everyone needs to think of possible subject matter experts that may be able to serve as panelists for the October HRC Conversations event. • Vice Chair Johnson to reserve the volunteer block with Second Harvest Heartland for Thursday, September 10, 2015. • Knauss will provide copies of the Human Rights Commission by-laws to all HRC Commissioners via email. Teresa Martin, Chair ATTEST: Chantell Knauss, Staff Liaison Approved by HRC: , 2014 Human Rights Commission November 25,2014 Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 3 ro • • • , ,.. n�- � �� C O W T � blank slate theatre � " 61a+ks�O,fe fi6eafre � s,�- m f. � o RISK. COQPERATE. DISCOVER. J � ��yyy > ,�•�� ... �' �« �; `� �_,� � � — �- \'°` �'� �; �,• •`� http://blankslatetheatre.com/bottom.html ti ; Mr,'' ,:.#� :{;, 't bottom Written by Members of blank slate theatre In Partnership with Interfaith Children's Advocacy Network If the demand for sex trafficking were to end,would the supply end too?Recently defected from a sex trafficking ring, Amber Cregg has immunity,and a story to tell.Wili she cooperate and aid the side of justice,or will she continue to her deep allegiance to her former pimp?Join Interfaith Children's Advocacy Network,and the all-youth cast of blank slate theatre,for this original play on human sex trafi�icking. Touring Productions:Bring bottom to you!blank slate theatre actors will travel to your school,treatment center,or conference to perform the play live for you and yours.Contact Adam to book your live performance today! , ;�.4 � �� , ;� �� ,� �. � . � t �� ,�„-.;�- �'m . �` � � � Praise for bottom "Minnesota often resorts to denial of this issue that is prevalent in our midst.Bravo to blank slate theatre for tackling child and adult sex trafficking."�Nancy Sabin,President and Technical Training Assistance Consultant at Sector Synergies "bottom is a powerful and prophetic voice raising awareness of a suffering that exists,and healing that is needed,yet often overlooked in our communities"�The Rev John Jankowski,Priest,St.John's Episcopal Church,St.Cloud,MN "You did an amazing job of representing us"�Audience member and sex trafficking survivor "It was an excellent performance and the discussion afterward was thought-provoking,too.Thanks for helping us raise aware- ness about an important issue!Also,from a theatre standpoint,thanks for putting out a high-quality theatre piece!"�Amy Stoller Stearns,Executive Director,Historic Holmes'Iheatre in Detroit Lakes,MN "Powerful and timely...The acting was authentic:'�Audience member "bottom covered a lot of ground in a short period of time.If you have a comfortable life,if you have teenagers,then you have no choice but to see this show!"�Roger,audience member "Very well acted.Chock-full of useful information to tell the human trafficking narrative to the state!"�Audience member "Very raw Powerful!The emotion was displayed beautifully,yet I still felt like I was educated on the subject.Thank you!"� Taylor Mills,audience member "Excellent cast;believable characters...The depth,and complicated aspect of the whole problem,is evident in bottom.This play will cause discussion,soul-searching,and change.Well done!"�Beck};audience member "The cast was superb.bottom was informative and disturbing without going too far...Thanks for speaking the truth:'-- Betsy,audience member � `� Seniors z _ r , � � . � : , . _ � e � � � = . t � . � � � � ; :. _ � . . 1 , . � � � � . . . � �.�. �: Golden Valley Senior Center � Located in the Evergreen Room at the Brookview Community<_enrer, ,� � ;�`` �� Join scheduled activities, register for events,trips and classes. �"�"' * � ° All programs are held at Brookview unless otherwise noted. ,� �► � ..� ,f Phone:753-512-2339 �,� • ..K� �,,,: . �� ax:763-512-2344 � �� www•aoldenvaHeymn.gov/recreation/seniors �,�..� ., ��, �� _ ��:. , 2015 Annual Membership Donation : Happy Feet Foot Care Clinic Subscribe to the bi-monthly Senior Newsletter,by paying This foot-care dinic is conducted by licensed nurses an annual membership donation.Your donation is good specialized in routine foot care for elder and diabetic feet. for January-December 2015 and will allow you to receive They work on corns,calluses,thick or curled toe nails and the bi-monthly Senior Newsletter right at your door.Your ingrown nails,if they are not well advanced.A foot soak donation also helps offset costs for the senior program. and massage are provided with each visit.Please bring a Support your senior program by donating today! bath towel.Call Happy Feet at 763-560-5136 to schedule Donation:$8,Resident$5 Code: 12997 7�A►�S� your half-hour appointment.If you need to cancel your YOIrY$1�7p�1 appointment,you must call Happy Feet at least 24 hours in advance,or a fee will be charged to you.Clinic will nor be _ . _._._... , held on December26. : Site:Brookview Community Center Blood Pressure Screening r�me: 12:00-3:00 PM Service provided by a licensed nurse from the Ambassador Date:Every Friday Good Samaritan Center.No screening in December. 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