HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuman Relations Commission - Minutes - 09/09/2004Human Relations Commission Meeting Minutes
September 9, 2004
HRC Members Present: Mary Gomez, Jack Coleman, Caroline Tu Farley, Maryanne
Ingratta, Joann Ginal and Elaine Boni.
HRC Members Absent: Rita Klepac, Parker Preble
Staff Members Present: Kelly DiMartino
I. Call to Order.
Acting Chair Mary Gomez called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
II. Agenda review and approval
Elaine moved to approve the minutes. Jack seconded. The motion carried.
III. Minutes review and approval
Jack moved to accept minutes. Caroline seconded. The motion carried.
IV. Subcommittee Reports
a. Diversity
Maryanne reported on preparation for Council Study Session. She indicated that
the HRC had agreed to support the recommendations of the Human Relations
Commission Task Force in their entirety and that a cover memo to that effect
would be prepared for City Council.
Maryanne also reported that they had identified two items still needing additional
follow-up:
• a survey by the police subcommittee
• strategies for enhancing diversity on boards & commissions
b. Police
Elaine reported that the report sent to City Council is a complete accounting of
input from the group that does not filter out any recommendations or suggestions.
C. Human Relations Award
No report.
d. Executive Delegation
No report.
VI. Liaison Reports
a. Community Based
I. Northern Colorado Multicultural Corp.
No report.
ii. Face to Face
No report as the group has taken the summer off.
b. Business
No report.
C. Education
Mary reported attending the Multi -Ethnic Faculty and Staff caucus at CSU.
d. Faith based
No report.
VII. Budget Report
No report.
VIII. Council Study Session
Members of the Commission brainstormed about the best way to present
information at the City Council Study Session on September 14. It was
determined that Parker and Elaine be at the table as HRC spokespersons, with
Kelly DiMartino as staff liaison. The Commission also discussed appropriate
methods for sharing input from the Task Force at the Study Session and agreed
that Task Force members would not be part of the official presentation, but would
be asked to answer Council questions if appropriate.
IX Old Business
a. Coloradoan Column
Caroline reported that attempts to solidify arrangements for a column have been
unsuccessful. It was agreed that next step is for Mary to contact Michael Limon.
b. Meeting Reflections
Mary shared regrets that she had missed the last meeting and regrets that Ken and
his family had left the community. She challenged fellow Commission members
to ensure that the HRC continues to be a welcoming place for all.
X. New Business
Elaine requested that once the new sub -committee structure is officially adopted, the
HRC finalize and print an updated brochure.
Maryanne encouraged people to attend the Eracism film series being held at the Fort
Collins Public Library at 6:30 p.m. on September 12, September 19, October 3, and
October 10.
Caroline asked if the Human Relations Commission wanted to start participating with the
Hate Crime Response Team. Jack volunteered to serve as HRC liaison.
XI. Announcements
Maryanne indicated that she is in the process of searching for a new job and would
appreciate any referrals.
XII. Adjournment
Jack made a motion to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
Mary Gomez, Acting Chairperson
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