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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes Human Relations Commission - 10/05/2006 6 City of . Corpus Christi Human Relations Commission;,4 f�a, Summary Minutes for October 5, 2006 �� r,,��J,�j�? ' \\, Corpus `� (� ,„;C`0rn•�J `2 9 C�1r1St1 '11,i,fr& y r.,.... \Cl/ ti�i 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER: f�.0� ,3 sz L.�G,�`' The Chairperson called the meeting to order at 5:05 PM. \'� 2. ROLL CALL: Present Commissioners: Crystal Lyons, Linda Fallwell-Stover, Robert Adler, Marta Del Angel, Dr. Stuart Elovitz, Jack English, Gilbert Fuentes, Kelley Knight, Lucy Reta, 0. K. Smith, Sam Watson, Mariann Bryant, Amanda Villarreal Post Roll Call Arrivals: None Absent Commissioners: - Errol-Summerlin, Pastor Derrick Reaves, Karen Maldonado Staff in Attendance: Leon Bazar, April Moffett, Doyle Curtis, June Martinez Public: None 3. EXCUSED ABSENCES: Errol Summerlin: The Chairperson informed the Commission that Errol Summerlin has requested an excused absence for this month's (October 5, 2006) meeting. MOTION: Robert Adler moved to excuse Errol Smmerlin's absence of October 5, 2006 with a_ second by Dr. Stuart Elovitz. The motion passed. Pastor Derrick Reaves: The Chairperson informed the Commission that Pastor Derrick Reaves has requested an excused absence for this month's (October 5, 2006) meeting. MOTION: Robert Adler moved to excuse Pastor Derrick Reaves' absence of October 5, 2006 with a second by Dr. Stuart Elovitz. The motion passed. Lucy Reta: Lucy Reta requested an excused absence for last month's (September 7, 2006) meeting. MOTION: Dr. Stuart Elovitz moved to excuse Lucy Reta's absence of September 7, 2006 with a second by Sam Watson. The motion passed. Gilbert Fuentes: Gilbert Fuentes requested an excused absence for last month's (September 7, 2006) meeting. MOTION: Dr. Stuart Elovitz moved to excuse Gilbert Fuentes' absence of September 7, 2006 with a second by Sam Watson. The motion passed. CCHRC 10/05/06 1 SCANNED ED Corpus Christi Human Relations Commission Summary Minutes for October 5, 2006 Robert Adler: Robert Adler requested an excused absence for last month's (September 7, 2006) meeting. MOTION: Dr. Stuart Elovitz moved to excuse Robert Adler's absence of September 7, 2006 with a second by Sam Watson. The motion passed. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of September 7, 2006 MOTION: Sam Watson moved to approve the minutes of the September 7, 2006 meeting with a second by Gilbert Fuentes. The motion passed. 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS: (Deferred to Chairperson Report) Announcements: ■ 0. K. Smith informed the commission that the founder for Habitat for Humanity, Mr. M. Fuller, would be the speaker for a Habitat for Humanity event on December 8, 2006. 0. K. Smith encouraged everyone to attend. • The Chairperson issued a pamphlet to the Commissioners informing them of"Challenge by the Bay.° This event is being sponsored by The Accessibility Coalition of the Coastal Bend and the Texas Paralyzed Veterans Association —South Texas. The event will take place from 12:00—5:00 PM on November 4, 2006 at the Ortiz Center. Introductions: None. Presentation: (Deferred to Chairperson's Report) June Martinez, Compliance Officer-Human Relations Department: Basis for Discrimination The Chairperson acknowledged and introduced June Martinez, Human Relations Department Compliance Officer. June Martinez distributed a packet of information to the Commissioners and explained that the handout that she distributed will list the different types of protected classes. She then gave a brief overview on the material she issued to the Commissioners. She also gave examples and highlights on the issues that she has encountered as a Compliance Officer. June Martinez will conduct a presentation on the investigative process at next month's meeting. 6. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT: ■ The Chairperson informed the Commission that she and Dr. Elovitz did attend the "One Dropout is too Many"Symposium. She stated the symposium was a wonderful experience. Dr. Elovitz stated that this was the second educational symposium that he has attended this year. He also stated that people across the county feel that the entire education system needs to be restructured. [5:10 PM June Martinez arrived] (Deferred back to Presentation) CCHRC 10/05/06 2 Corpus Christi Human Relations Commission Summary Minutes for October 5, 2006 ■ The Chairperson informed the Commission that she and Linda Faliwell-Stover conducted Scoop Training at Foy Moody High School today. This was done in preparation for the Barbara Jordan Media Awards. 7. COMMISSION SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS: (Discussion with Possible Action) A. Housing Subcommittee—0. K. Smith 0. K Smith informed the Commission that the Housing Subcommittee did not meet this month. [5:34 PM Dr. Elovitz left] The Chairperson requested for the Housing Subcommittee to meet this month. 1. Fair Housing Brochure: None. 2. Rental Dwellings: None. B. Committee for Persons with Disabilities Linda Faliwell-Stover informed the Commission about the regular meeting of the Committee. • Daniel Gallegos, Neighborhood Services spoke to the Committeeon its Home Improvement Program. She stated that the Committee agrees housing built with public funding needs to be accessible. • The City's Engineering Department conducted a presentation on the Packery Channel and addressed some Committee concerns regarding that City project. ■ The City's Development Services Department updated the Committee on the Unified Development Code's Blue Ribbon Committee. The Blue Ribbon Committee has broken up into several subcommittees. • She and the Chairperson have visited Texas A&M Corpus Christi and other high schools seeking prospective "Scoop" applicants for the Barbara Jordan Media Awards. C. Education Subcommittee: Gilbert Fuentes informed the Commission that the Education Subcommittee has not met. He stated that he has been in contact with two of the Youth Commissioners and he will be meeting with them. The Chairperson requested the Youth Commissioners to inform the Commission about anything they should be aware of. 8. OLD BUSINESS: (Discussion with Possible Action): Emergency Preparedness ■ The Chairperson informed the Commission that the Emergency Preparedness enlistment process is still ongoing. They are finding ways to reach the hard to reach citizens. • City Council Chamber Well—Gilbert Fuentes stated that he was glad to see the City Council Chamber Well accessible to everyone. The Chairperson then thanked Gilbert Fuentes for his motion on the "Well". 9. NEW BUSINESS: (Discussion with Possible Action): CCHRC 10/05/06 3 Corpus Christi Human Relations Commission Summary Minutes for October 5, 2006 ■ The Chairperson informed the Commission that she would like to see a weekly email from Leon Bazar on upcoming City events so the Commissioners can be informed of the events that are City sponsored. Linda Fallwell-Stover concurred with the Chairperson and stated that the Commission needs to have advanced knowledge and awareness of the City's calendar of events. MOTION: Linda Fallwell-Stover moved to establish a monthly calendar of events to update the Commission on upcoming, monthly opportunities with a second by Robert Adler. The motion passed. Sam Watson reminded the Commissioners that the Committee and Commissions Board Reception would be held October 19, 2006. The Chairperson requested for the Commissioners to place the Barbara Jordan Media Awards, (April 20, 2007), on their calendars. Linda Fallwell-Stover informed the Commission that there are opportunities for table sponsorship for the event. 10.ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: Leon Bazar, Director of Human Relations • Youth at Work— In previous years, there has not been an alignment with the EEOC San Antonio, Texas Office relative to outreach in the high schools. There will now be a coordinated effort where the Human Relations Department will be involved. • High School Racial Issue—Leon Bazar informed the Commission about a racial problem in one of the local high schools. He further stated that he would keep the Commission informed of the issue. • Inclusive Communities—The City is working on the details for the plaque to be installed and articles to be submitted. • The Human Relations Department is reaching out to different minority agencies. These agencies have been referring people to the Human Relations Department. • Housing Standards—Leon Bazar recommended a presentation on housing standards regarding the construction/reconstruction on homes through the Neighborhood Services Program. • White Cane Day Proclamation —The Council for the Blind of Texas will be accepting the proclamation for White Cane Day. • Mike Fetzer—Mike Fetzer, (EEOC - Ft. Worth, Texas) will be here on Thursday, October 12, 2006 and Friday, October 13, 2006. • Leon Bazar thanked City Departments that have assisted the Human Relations Department resolve some issues that have been out of its reach. [5:55 PM Jack English left] 11.PUBLIC COMMENTS/CONCERNS/ ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA: Public Comments: None Concerns: None. Items for Next Agenda: Continued training from Human Relations Department on the Investigative Process. CCHRC 10/05/06 4 Corpus Christi Human Relations Commission Summary Minutes for October 5, 2006 12.ADJOURNMENT: With nothing further, the Chairperson asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. The Commissioners moved and second in unison. The meeting adjourned at 6:03 P.M. Chairperson Date CCHRC 10/05/06 5