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Minutes Human Rights Comm. 8 14 06 . , . CITY OF DUBUQUE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OF August 14, 2006 Commissioner Jarrard called the meeting of the Dubuque Human Rights Commission to order at 4:18 p.m. on Monday, August 14, 2006, in Conference Room 2 at the City Hall Annex. Roll Call: Present: Anthony Allen Judy Giesen Evelyn Jackson Jim Jarrard, Chair Bill Ross Marcos Rullinstein Vince Vanden Huevel, Vice-Chair Absent: Mary Loney Dave Loney Staff: Kelly Larson Crenna Brumwell-Sahm Carol Spinoso Molly Menster ADDroval of Minutes Upon a motion by Commissioner Rubinstein, and second by Commissioner Giesen, the minutes of the June 12, 2006 commission meeting were approved unanimously. Caseload ReDort Carol summarized the June Caseload Report. There were forty-seven inquires, eight cases under active investigation, seven cases in backlog, two cases in mediation, three cases in administrative review, one case in administrative law judge review, three cases were closed, and five cases were formally filed. The case summary details allegations of discrimination in the area of employment on the basis of disability. The July report: There were fifty intakes, nine cases under active investigation, three cases in backlog, one in conciliation, one in administrative law judge review, two in administrative review, and six cases were closed. The case summary details allegations of discrimination in the area of employment on the basis of disability. ChairDerson's ReDort Commissioner Jarrard reminded Commissioners of the goal setting session at the Holiday Inn on Friday at noon, and that their reflection statements for the annual report are due August 31st Additionally, he reminded the various subcommittees to submit meeting minutes to Carol so that they can be distributed to the full commission. Director's ReDort Kelly provided a written report highlighting past and future initiatives. Subcommittee Reports: 1) Accessibilitv - Judy, Jim, Dave, Bill Commissioner Giesen asked for comments and/or questions related to the July 31 meeting minutes, the report to the City Council, and the cover letter. She stated that representatives from the subcommittee and staff will be meeting with the City Council at a special work session on August 21 at 6:00 p.m. to further discuss the report and the accessibility initiative. Judy encouraged commissioner attendance. Commissioner Rubinstein moved to authorize the accessibility subcommittee and Commission chair to send the cover letter and aflachments to the City Council and meet with Council members at the August 21 sl work session. Commissioner Allen seconded. Roll call: Allen Giesen Jackson Aye Aye Aye Jarrard Ross Rubinstein Vanden Huevel Aye Aye Aye Aye Motion carried. Lastly, Commissioner Giesen revealed the window cling they are considering using. Crenna had requested and received approval to use the term "Proudly Accessible." There was discussion on adding the city logo as well. The subcommittee continues to work on this particular effort. 2) Faces & Voices - Judy, Bill Commissioner Giesen noted a correction to the minutes of the August 10 meeting. Under Finance Report, "Faces & Voices is assured $6,000 a year for the next two years from the city." Not $8,000 as stated. The Human Rights Banquet is set for September 14th at the Grand River Center. Alex Orozco, a Des Moines community immigration activist will be keynote speaker, and Steve and Terri Slade will provide the music. Judy stated that no CommUNITY Award nomination forms have been received. Consensus was to extend the deadline. Anthony volunteered to contact Cammie and/or Penny to discuss extending the deadline, and Commissioners will be notified if there is an extension granted. 4) Sexual Orientation Education Subcommittee - Bill, Vince At this time the group is concentrating on establishing a speakers' bureau. Molly found a format based on GLBT issues that will be useful in developing a speakers' bureau. Molly will chair the speakers' bureau subcommittee, and they will meet on Monday, August 21 st at 4:45 p.m. There are six community members that have expressed an interest in serving on this subcommittee. Commissioner Ross commented that KGAN - Channel 2, contacted him to do an interview and discuss the subcommittee's goals and activities. 4) Multicultural Subcommittee - Marcos, Anthony No report given. Marcos will contact Cammie as soon as she returns from vacation to determine the next meeting date. Marcos asked if he could report on DCAP activities. Crenna will check into DCAP reporting procedures and provide an opinion. Timothv Krouse Addressina the Commission reaardina affect of sex offender Iivina restrictions Mr. Krouse hoped that by coming forward he would raise public awareness of the residency restrictions sex offenders are forced to deal with, specifically his inability to find housing in the City of Dubuque. Commissioner Jarrard communicated that his concern is nonjurisdictional for the commission, and that perhaps he could contact area legislators that could help with his efforts of dealing with this legislative issue. - Decide Sponsorship of Candidate Forum Commissioner Jarrard stated that an ad hoc group representing Iowa's diversity community is organizing an Iowa Forum on Civil Rights for the gubernatorial candidates, and have invited the DHRC to be a sponsor for this forum. Commissioner Ross moved that the Human Rights Commission become a sponsor of the Iowa Forum on Civil Rights for candidates running for governor. Commissioner Rubinstein seconded. Roll call: Allen Giesen Jackson Aye Aye Aye Jarrard Ross Rubinstein Vanden Huevel Aye Aye Aye Aye New Business Commissioner Rubinstein stated that the statewide Latino Conference is scheduled for the fall. Marcos asked to be placed on next month's agenda to discuss sponsorship. He will provide additional information on that conference at the next meeting. Molly asked that commissioners submit their bio's to her by Friday, August 25. Adiournment There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Rubinstein motioned to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Vanden Huevel seconded. Motion passed by acclamation. Meeting was adjourned at 5:55 p.m. The next meeting is September 11, 2006. Minutes approved as submitted: cr..~ Minutes approved as corrected: