Minutes Human Rights 12 8 03DUBUQUE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
MINUTES OF
December 8, 2003
Judy Giesen called the meeting of the D~buque Human Rights Commission to order at 4:17 p.m. on
Monday, December 8, 2003, in Conference Room 2 at the City Hall Annex.
Roll Call:
Present:
Absent:
Staff:
Evelyn Jackson Bill Ross
Judy Giesen Raydora Drummer
Vincent Vanden Huevel Penny Ehlinger LO ~'
Chuck Ryan Lou Oswald ~ c_
Codne Murray
Kelly Larson
Approval of Minutes
Carol Spinoso
Commissioner Ross moved to approve the November 10, 2003 meeting minutes as submitted.
Commissioner Ehlinger seconded. All in favor.
Review Plan of Action for Established Goals
1) Welcoming New Residents - Raydora, Codne, Chuck
Commissioner Ryan reported that the committee has expanded to include Sr. Jeanette
and two representatives from the Hispanic community, Ruby Sutton, Kathy Williams,
and Anthony Allen. Currently they are trying to establish a volunteer base. The next
meeting is scheduled for January 13.
2) Human Rights in the Schools - Evelyn, Lou
Commissioner Jackson stated that there will be a speaker addressing drugs and
violence issues to the junior high and high school students, along with a workshop for
parents on "How to talk to your kids."
Commissioner Oswald distributed enrollment stats for the Dubuque Community School
District.
3) Sexual Orientation - Bill, Judy, Vince
Commissioner Ross reported that the committee met on November 29. They reviewed
past history, and the committee's structure and format. At the next meeting on
December 10t~' they will be refining plans and developing strategies.
4) Disability Awareness/Education - Penny, Lou
Commissioner Oswald highlighted their experiences in surveying three area
businesses for ADA compliance. The group will continue to work to create a concise
evaluation tool so they can be more consistent with the process.
Caseload Re__~__.~
Carol summarized the November Caseload Report- There were fifty-four intakes, three cases in
backlog, ten cases in active investigation, no cases in mediation, five cases in administrative review,
no cases in administrative law judge review, two cases in the public hearing process, four new cases
were filed, and one case was closed. The~ case synopsis involves race discrimination in the area of
employment.
Chai on's Re orr
Commissioner Giesen reported that she and Kelly did send a letter, on behalf of the commission, to
ARC congratulating them for their new complex that houses people with disabilities.
ud ave s ecial thanks to Raydora and Chuck for their dedication and past service on the
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Commission. The Counci w~ll appoint four Commissioners on December 15 .
pirector's Re~o~
Kelly provided a written report highlighting past and future initiatives.
Kelly asked for suggestions for a title for a newsletter that staff is hoping to publish this year. The
newsletter will focus particularly on fair housing issues.
Ordinance Review - Article VI
Kelly reviewed the Fair Housing previsions of the Human Rights Ordinance.
Adiournment
Commissioner Ross moved and Commissioner Vanden Huevel seconded to adjourn the meeting. All
in favor. The meeting adjourned at 5:52 p.m.
Minutes approved as submitted: ~)'~-~'~ ~
Minutes approved as corrected: