HomeMy WebLinkAboutBHRCMinutes_2009_06_25Brookings Human Rights Committee
Minutes of the Meeting of June 25, 2009 at 12:00 p.m.
City Hall, 311 Third Avenue
Present: Ann Marie Bahr, Steve Bayer, George Hamer, Angela Hatton, Penny Hauffe,
Ashley Kuecker (new SDSU student representative) Lawrence Novotny, Jay
Vargas, and Shari Thornes
Also present: Tim Nichols, Interim Diversity Director
Not Present: Ryan Howlett, and Tricia Wek-Visker
________________________________________________________________
1. Call to Order: 12:02 p.m.
2. Welcome to new member and introductions: Ashley Kuecker was introduced to
committee members as the new SDSU student representative, followed by committee
members introducing themselves.
3. Adoption of the Agenda was so moved by George Hamer, seconded by Ann Marie
Bahr and approved by voice vote.
4. Approval of the April minutes was so moved by Lawrence Novotny, seconded by
Penny Hauffe and approved by voice vote.
5. Schedule May meeting: July 16, 2009 at 12:00 pm.
6. Updates:
A. Fall Human Rights Forum: Penny Hauffe informed committee members
about bringing 3 or 4 Tribal leaders to discuss the importance of Native
American Day. Penny added that Chuck Woodard has made contact with tribal
leaders to discuss tribal thought with local schools (high school, middle and
elementary). It was recommended after the committee’s meeting with Mayor
Reed on July 16 that Chuck Woodard speak briefly on the progress of the
Human Rights Forum. In addition, it was suggested that Chuck Woodard also
speak with the Downtown Brookings Inc. to inform them of the significance of
Native American day. **August Agenda Item**
B. Meeting with Mayor Reed: scheduled for July 16, 2009 at noon.
C. Wrap-up report on Spring Diversity Potluck-April 19th: members who
attended the event informed committee that roughly about 100 community and
students attended the potluck. In addition, more people provided contact
information for future events. It was suggested that for the next potluck, write-
up cards be provided for individuals bringing food to identity their dish and
country of origin. It was recommended that for the next potluck, bottled water
be provided in addition to coffee and soft drinks. **August Agenda Item**
D. Proposed Ordinance Amendments: have mayoral support for the proposed
amendments prior to going to full city council. Steve Bayer informed
committee he will speak with Mayor Reed prior to July meeting.
E. City funding request for 2010 fiscal year: Shari Thornes informed committee
that she will be meeting with the city manager the following day and provide
information on events the committee is active. The following were mentioned
during the meeting: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Two potlucks (Fall and
Spring), the Butler Award and the Forum.
7. Upcoming Events Calendar and Announcements:
October 11th: Fall Potluck
October 12th: Native American Day
October 12th: Proposed Fall Human Rights Forum on Reconciliation
8. Future Agenda Items: Invite Boys & Girls Club, Fall Forum, Final Ordinance and
Law Amendments
August: Fall Potluck and Fall Human Rights Forum
The following is from the BHRC April 2009 meeting:
*** It was brought to the attention that the EEOC meeting scheduled for April
16th was not feasible for members to attend with short notice. Contact with the
EEOC will be made to set up a date and time in early fall. September 2009 was
suggested as a possible training session with the addition of local businesses and
SDSU HR departments. ***
9. Adjournment was voiced at 12:56pm.
Submitted by Jay Vargas, Secretary for the Brookings Human Rights Committee.
If your require assistance, alternative formats, and/or accessible locations consistent
with the American with Disabilities Act, please contact Shari Thornes, City ADA
Coordinator, at 692-6281 at least 3 working days prior to the meeting.