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July MeetingRichfield Human Rights Commission July 6, 2021 Meeting Minutes 1 Members Present: Mara Glubka, Katie Goodemote, Kris Anderson, Michele Thompson, Tasha Ostendorf, Tyler Olson, Walter Burk Chief Deputy Mike Flaherty: Public Safety Liaison, Mary Supple: City Council, Allegra Smisek: School Board Liaison 1. Call to Order & Attendance 6:35 after determining a quorum was present by Glubka 2. Approval of Agenda Motion to approve 1st / 2nd Olson / Goodemote 3. Approval of Minutes Motion to approve 1st / 2nd Ostendorf/Burk 4. Open Public Comment Anyone who is not on the agenda who would like to address the Commission on items not on the agenda. No additions 5. Reports Chair’s report Mara Glubka Conversion Therapy ban will be on City Council Agenda in 2022 Vice Chair’s report: Katie Goodemote No report Secretary's report Kris Anderson No Report School Board Allegra Smisek 1. In 2020 the gap in graduations rates have been eliminated potential reasons a. Same language used by all b. AP history / social studies provided to all freshman students c. Parental involvement d. Consistent strategy e. Planning groups f. Equity policy with a series of commitment strategies g. Guidelines being developed and will be provided in the future. City Council Mary Supple 1. Blanca Martinez Gavina will be Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Administrator 2. Night to unite will be August 3rd 3. Peacemaker Minnesota is planning to ask for support from the Richfield Foundation and the City of Richfield Social Service Grants. 4. Round abouts are being painted Public Safety Liaison report Chief Deputy Mike Flaherty No report 6. New Business A. 2021 Work Plan See update plan for volunteers etc.: May RHRC DRAFT 2021 Work Plan.docx - Google Docs Indigenous People Day Celebration Kris to connect with Sarah Jesperson – Richfield School outreach Proclamations ADA Proclamation to be read a July 13th City Council meeting. Olson to attend – see below Outstanding Citizen of year Cake to be ordered from Mi Ama Grocery in Richfield Budget discussed Susie will help set up Recipient will have a small group in attendance Richfield Human Rights Commission July 6, 2021 Meeting Minutes 2 Racial Covenants Past had looked at presentations including “Jim Crow of the North” Olson to work with Just Deeds and City in making sure efforts are not duplicated. Anderson volunteered to assist Legal clinic Flaherty sent info to City Staff. Discussion on role of City Attorney. Looking at mid fall to sponsor. Penn Fest To be held on Sept 19th. B. Organized collection 1. Starting in October 2. Prices reviewed - see website: Richfield, MN (richfieldmn.gov) 3. State required garbage, organics and recycling pick up to be available 4. Mobility issues identified C. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)calendar Calendar discussed will be reviewed by DEI administrator for finalization. Look at calendar to identify proclamations, Announcements RDAP partnership • Housing inclusive policy addresses both accessibility and affordability which is unique for Richfield • Advocating for waste pickup to address accessibility and affordability needs of the community. Next meeting: Thursday August 5, 2021, at 6:30pm at the Richfield Government Center Motion for adjournment: 1st /2nd Olson/ Burke Meeting adjourned at 7:58 PM Proclamation of the City of Richfield WHEREAS, the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed on July 26, 1990, to ensure the civil rights of citizens with disabilities; and WHEREAS the City of Richfield affirms the principles of equality and inclusion for people with disabilities as embodied in the Americans with Disabilities Act and the laws of the State of Minnesota, including the Minnesota Human Rights Act; and WHEREAS, numerous organizations across Minnesota, including the Richfield Disability Advocacy Partnership (R-DAP) in Richfield, work with constituents and communities to expand opportunities for Americans with disabilities by reducing barriers and changing perceptions; and WHEREAS, the Richfield Human Rights Commission supported this proclamation at its June 1, 2021, meeting and recommended the Richfield City Council do the same; and Now, THEREFORE, I, Maria Regan Gonzalez, mayor of Richfield, on behalf of the Richfield City Council, do hereby proclaim the month of July 2021 as Americans with Disabilities Awareness Month in the City of Richfield and call on the people of Richfield to observe this month with appropriate programs, activities, and ceremonies, and continue to support the civil rights of citizens with disabilities throughout the year.