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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 04-09 HRC Minutes April 09, 2013 Human Rights Commission Meeting Minutes MINUTES CITY OF MAPLEWOOD Human Rights Commission 7:00 P.M Tuesday, April 09, 2013 City Hall, Council Chambers A. Call to Order A meeting of the Commission was held in the City Hall council chambers and was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Chairperson Brandt. Commissioner Yaya Diatta took the Oath of Office, administered by Karen Guilfoile, Maplewood City Clerk. B. Roll Call Jon Brandt, Chairperson Present Commissioners Nathan Danielson, Commissioner Present Yaya Diatta, Commissioner Present Maurice Fortin, Commissioner Present Jeffrey Kringle, Commissioner Absent Julie Xiong, Commissioner Present Staff Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk Present C. Approval of Agenda Commissioner Danielson moved to approve the agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Fortin Ayes – All The motion passed. D. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of February 12, 2013 HRC Minutes Commissioner Fortin moved to approve the February 12, 2013 HRC Minutes, as amended. Seconded by Commissioner Danielson Ayes- Chairperson Brandt; Commissioners Xiong, Fortin, Danielson, Kringle Abstain – Commissioner Diatta The motion passed. April 09, 2013 Human Rights Commission Meeting Minutes E. New Business 1. Introduction of Commissioner Yaya Diatta – No Report Yaya Diatta introduced himself to the Committee and highlighted his reasons of interest in becoming a member of the Human Rights Commission. 2. The Homeless in Maplewood – Presented by Commissioner Nate Danielson Commissioner Danielson gave a brief overview of the statistics related to the homeless in Maplewood. 3. YMCA Out reach Program – Presented by Alan Ostergaurd – No Report Alan Ostergaurd and Regina Fuller presented the YMCA Street Works Intervention Program and gave specifics about how the YMCA program operates in the community. 4. Planning for Future HRC Meetings Chairperson Brandt suggested that the “Bullying in the Schools” topic be addressed during a future meeting in the fall, when school is back in session. Chairperson Brandt suggested that the “View from Saint John’s Hospital” topic be addressed during a future meeting in the summer; Commissioner Xiong offered to lead this discussion. Commissioner Nate Danielson recommended doing an educational piece for the City’s Karen population. Commissioner Diatta and Fortin recommended a future meeting focused on Tennant’s Rights and Code Violations; Commissioner Fortin offered to lead this discussion. Commissioner Diatta and Commissioner Fortin offered to head the ad hoc committee for the Annual Human Rights Award; Commissioner Fortin recommended to present a Human Rights Leadership Spotlight instead of an Award, to offer the opportunity to recognize multiple members of the community. 5. Human Rights in the News – Review/Update on Upcoming Forums/Report on Forums or Meetings Attended or Other Related HR Issues (This item is on the agenda to give the Commissioners an opportunity to announce upcoming meetings or give a report on meetings or forums that they have attended.) Commissioner Danielson mentioned that April 9, 2013 is Shine a Light on Slavery Day Chairperson Brandt mentioned that US Supreme court recently heard arguments regarding gay marriage and that decisions are expected between May and July. He April 09, 2013 Human Rights Commission Meeting Minutes also pointed out that Minnesota Legislature has bills pending on both gay marriage and civil union. F. Unfinished Business 1. Update on the Human Rights Commission Student Art Contest Commissioner Xiong gave an update on the Human Rights Commission Student Art Contest. Wells Fargo Foundation is sponsoring the Event’s prize money In response to multiple applicants requesting their submitted artwork be returned, Commissioner Maurice Fortin recommended keeping the artwork for a short period of time with a disclaimer that the City of Maplewood is not responsible for any damage to the artwork. G. Staff Presentations None H. Visitor Presentations None I. Adjournment Chairperson Brandt adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m.