City of Eugene Human Rights Commission

City of Eugene Human Rights Commission The mission of the Human Rights Commission is to promote implementation of universal human rights values and principles in all City of Eugene programs and throughout the wider community. To carry out this mission the commission shall affirm, encourage and initiate programs and services within the City of Eugene and in the wider community designed to place priority upon protecting, respecting, and fulfilling the full range of universal human rights as enumerated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. To support and promote human rights, the commission will: provide human rights education, be proactive in human rights efforts, address human rights violations, ensure active public participation, be transparent and open, and be publicly accountable for human rights progress. Human Rights Commissioners: Andrew Thomson Chair, Chris Nunes Vice Chair, Ken Neubeck, Jennifer Frenzer, Edward Goehring, Philip Carrasco, Mary Clayton, Arun Toke, Debra Merskin, Councilor Greg Evans, Richie Weinman Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Staff: Michael Kinnison, Sarita Black The Human Rights Commission typically meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Tuesday, April 21, 2015 5:30 – 7:30 PM Meeting Atrium Building, Sloat Room, 99 W. 10th Avenue, Eugene Contact: Michael Kinnison, 541-682-5009 michael.j.kinnison@ci.eugene.or.us ITEM __________________ACTION______ TIME 1. Welcome, Agenda/Minutes Review and Approval (Chair) 5:30-5:35 (5 min) 2. Public Comment (Chair) 5:35-5:45 (10 min) 3. Support Request (Chair) DISCUSS & VOTE 5:45-5:50 (5 min) The Archaeology Channel International Film and Video Festival Festival Latino 4. Staff Update (M. Kinnison) 5:50-6:00 (10 min) HRC budget update; Equity & Human Rights Analyst interview process; Human Rights Institute; City Council ítems of interest; HRC vacancy recommendations; Gang activity forum 5. City Council Update (Councilor Evans) 6:00-6:10 (10 min) 6. Commission Liaison Updates 6:10 – 6:25 (15 min) 7. Work Group Lead Updates 6:25-6:55 (30 min) 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |ehroffice@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/hrc  Maintain Effective Relationships Work Group  Actions 1.1 & 1.2: Quarterly meeting with Mayor and City Manager (Chair)  Action 2.1: Increase HRC and Council awareness of Hate and Bias activity and coordinate responses in collaboration with community (D. Merskin and M. Clayton)  Action 2.3: Develop policy for engagement for HRC and Police Auditor (M. Kinnison) Homelessness Work Group (Ken) 8. Open Discussion 6:55 -7:15 (20min) Future agenda items/new business to consider 9. Closing/Announcements 7:15 -7:20 (5min) Upcoming events, activities or meetings the HRC needs to be aware of: Human Rights and the Crisis of Youth Homelessness, April 25, 11-3:30, First Congregational Church (24th and Harris) Northwest PeaceJam, UO April 18-19 DisOrient Film Festival, April 17-19, Bijou Art Cinemas New Generations Film Festival, 11:00 am, May 23rd, Willamette High School The Eugene Human Rights Commission welcomes your interest in these agenda items. This meeting location is wheelchair accessible. For the hearing impaired, FM-assistive listening devices are available or an interpreter can be provided with 48 hours’ notice prior to the meeting. Spanish-language interpretation will also be provided with 48 hours’ notice. To arrange for these services, contact staff at (541) 682-5177. La Comisión de Derechos Humanos agradece su interés por participar en los asuntos de esta agenda. El local de la reunión tiene acceso para personas en silla de ruedas. Para las personas con dificultades auditivas ofrecemos sistemas FM para ayudarlo a escuchar, o intérpretes de lenguaje de señas. También ofrecemos intérpretes de español. Si necesita cualquiera de estos servicios por favor solicítelos con 48 horas de anticipación, llamando al (541) 682-5177. 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 | ehrcenter@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/hrc  City of Eugene Human Rights Commission MINUTES Tuesday, March 17, 2015 5:30 – 7:30 PM Meeting Atrium Building, Sloat Room, 99 W. 10th Avenue, Eugene Present: Human Rights Commissioners: Andrew Thomson Chair, Chris Nunes Vice Chair, Ken Neubeck, Jennifer Frenzer, Edward Goehring, Mary Clayton, Arun Toke. Other: Chris Wig, Civilian Review Board liaison, Bill Randall, Planning Commission liaison. Staff: Michael Kinnison, Lindsey Foltz, Jennifer Bills, Sarita Black. 1. Welcome from Chair, Agenda/Minutes Review Agenda approval moved by Andrew, seconded by Edward and approved unanimously. It was noted that the February minutes should reflect attendance by Sarita and Chris Wig. Minutes approval moved by Andrew, seconded by Ken and approved unanimously with above revisions. 2. Public Comment – no public comment. 3. Support Request Pamela Quan, Pam Berriam and Cynthia Lewis-Berry requested $200 for DisOrient Film Festival scheduled for April 17-19 at Bijou Art Cinemas. Commissioner invited to screen films for the Jason D. Mack Social Justice Award. Arun volunteered to participate and Chris indicated he was interested but would need to check schedules. Staff to follow up with contact information for HRC members and logo to use in promotional materials. Andrew agreed to draft statement of support, which would be included in program materials (March 28 deadline). Andrew moved to approve request for support, seconded by Chris and passed unanimously. 4. Participation in Key Transportation Corridors Study Chris Henry, City of Eugene Public Works and Sasha Luftig, LTD, reviewed plans for a study to examine making key transportation corridors safe for pedestrians, biking, and transit users. They requested two commissioners participate on a community sounding board. The Board is drawing from existing city advisory bodies and will meet 6-8 times over the next 18 months. The Board will provide input on how to engage community, filter feedback received, and offer insights and suggestions to the city and LTD. The Board is not a decision making body but seen as a key means of broadening community engagement. First meeting in late April or early May. Edward 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |ehroffice@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/hrc  volunteered. Mike to circulate a request to absent commissioners. Deadline to confirm participation is end of March. 5. Feedback on memo to Police Commission Lindsey proposed minor revisions to the document. Ken move to approve with changes, Mary seconded and approved unanimously. Mike to send revised document to Andrew. 6. Work Session request: Criminalization of Homelessness Ken suggested speaking with individual councilors and find out what concerns they may have about addressing the issue. He indicated it would also be an opportunity to inquire about a similar request from the Poverty and Homelessness Board and educate councilors about the pending Right to Rest Act. Jennifer expressed interest in participating with Ken. Chris and Andrew to bring up the issue in their upcoming quarterly meeting with the Mayor. 7. 2014 Hate and Bias Report Lindsey provided an overview of data collected, its limitations efforts to improve internal communication and reporting and the response and notification process. Race was once again the primary mitigating factor for hate activity, with African Americans targeted more than other groups. Incidents happen throughout the community, including high schools, but some concentration occurred in the Whiteaker, Downtown and West University areas. First time to report incidents involving the unhoused. Jennifer discussed the investigative process and how officers determine if hate activity has occurred. Report will be presented to the NLC in April and Andrew and Chris Nunes to accompany staff. Edward requested to receive the report in plain text to allow circulation via social media. 8. Staff Update Mike provided an update on the Equity and Human Right Analyst selection process and requested participation of two commissioners. Mary and Ken volunteered. Mike clarified limitations on commissioners testifying in their official capacity before the legislature, confirmed submission of his and Chris’ applications to the Human Rights Institute, discussed the Planning Division’s interest in Philip participating on a UGB Expansion subcommittee and identified dates for Council items of relevance to the Commission: April 15 12:00 Work Session and Action – Consolidated Plan April 22 12:00 Work Session – Police Auditor Update April 27 5:30 pm Work Session – Micro Housing April 29 12:00 Work Session – MUPTE Program Revisions May 11 7:30 pm Council meeting and Action - MUPTE Program Revision May 20 12:00 Work Session – Healthy Downtown/Public Smoking 9. Liaison Updates Edward – Police Commission voted to approve proposed policy related to pilot program for installation of CCTV cameras downtown. Edward abstained. Did not feel he had a good sense for 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 | ehrcenter@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/hrc  HRC position on this issue. Police Commission also voted to send revised policy clarifying parameters around citizens’ recording of police. Staff will bring back a revised policy to consider. Jennifer strongly opposed to cameras downtown. Ken stated that some folks would probably avoid Occupy Medical if they thought cameras were viewing the park blocks. Chris Wig – Use of force complaint heard by Civilian Review Board was sustained. Self reported by officer and involved removal of trespassing individual who was intoxicated and resisted arrest. Individual was struck after being handcuffed. He offered to provide the Commission copy of the Auditor’s Use of Force Report. CRB clarified that they have always and will continue taking third party complaints. There was a misperception in community that this practice had changed. Bill – Planning Commission held one meeting concerning UGB expansion for residential use. No decision made and issue still being researched. Chris – CDBG funds for ADA improvements not getting used. Committee may recommend that funds not be allocated for that purpose this cycle. Awaiting public comment on Consolidated Plan before beginning deliberations on fund distribution. 10. Work Group Lead Update Andrew to attend Sustainability Commission meeting on 3/18 to hear presentation on Consolidated Plan and discussion of micro housing. He met with staff from Lane County to discuss proposed downtown smoking ban. County representatives interested in coming to HRC to discuss issue in future. Ken – Homelessness workgroup focused on April 10 Human Rights and the Crisis of Youth Homelessness event. He requested the Commission allocate $400 for the event. Andrew moved, Mary seconded and approved unanimously. Right to Rest Act being introduced in WA, CO, CA and OR. A number of local advocates met with the Eugene legislative delegation and received positive feedback. Bill has been heard in the Human Services Committee and a vote is anticipated in near future. Andy Vabora with LTD spoke to group and clarified they do not have plans to increase enforcement capability of security officers. Network Charter school parent reported two kids had their bus passes revoked. Shared that other kids are reporting being intimidated by LTD staff. Ken referred to the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office. Mary – Currently working with staff to schedule meeting with Police Auditor to discuss work plan items related to assistance reaching out to vulnerable populations. She clarified that only $600 was spent on International Human Rights Day event ($600) and that the food and entertainment was donated. Recommended that Commission establish a budget for the event during summer work planning. 11. Adjourned at 7:40pm 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 | ehrcenter@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/hrc SUPPORT REQUEST FORM: EUGENE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Please review the Guidelines for Community The mission of the Human Rights Commission is Requests for Support before filling out this application. to promote implementation of universal human Any person or organization requesting Human Rights rights values and principles in all City of Eugene Commission funding must complete and sign this programs and throughout the wider community. form. To carry out this mission the commission shall The City of Eugene allocates funds each fiscal year to the affirm, encourage and initiate programs and Human Rights Commission (HRC) to use to support services within the City of Eugene and in the wider community events. The HRC receives numerous requests community designed to place priority upon for support each year and may not be able to fund all due protecting, respecting, and fulfilling the full range to budget limitations. of universal human rights as enumerated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. You or a representative from your agency is strongly encouraged to attend the HRC meeting when your request To support and promote human rights, the is being considered to answer questions. Requests that are commission will: provide human rights education; not submitted in time for the HRC to meet and discuss or be proactive in human rights efforts; address are submitted after the event will not be considered for human rights violations; ensure active public funding or endorsement. participation; be transparent and open, be publicly accountable for human rights progress. Applications must be submitted complete with a full explanation of the funding request. Please note that if funding is approved, the commission requires a follow-up report within 30 days of the event. Recipients may submit a written report or may attend the next commission meeting to present a brief verbal report. Photos are encouraged but not required. Failure to report may result in denial of funding for future events. Date of Funding Request: 3/17/15 Date Funding Required: _______ Name/Date of Event: TAC Film and Video Festival __________________________________Location of Event: The Shedd, Eugene Brief description of Event: The Archaeology Channel International Film and Video Festival is a public ________________________________________________________________________________________ competition featuring films about the past and our shared cultural ________________________________________________________________________________________ heritage. ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ Office of Human Rights & Neighborhood Involvement 99 W 10th Ave, Eugene OR 97401 (541)682-5177 / ehrcenter@ci.eugene.or.us Timeline for Application Applications must be received no later than 45 days prior to the event. In extraordinary circumstances the HRC may consider support for events within 45 days. Incomplete applications will not be considered for funding. Organizations and/or individuals submit completed Support Request Form to: Human Rights & Neighborhood Involvement th 99 W 10 Avenue, Suite 116 Eugene, OR 97401 Fax: (541) 682-5221 mailto:hrni@ci.eugene.or.us (Electronic submission should type “HRC funding request” in the subject field) Name of person/organization submitting request for support Rick Pettigrew/ALI Address of person/organization submitting request for support 4147 E Amazon Dr Eugene, OR 97405 Primary contact person's name and phone number 541-345-5538 Description of organization, names of officers and/or board of directors ALI is a non-profit organization with the mission of developing ways to make archaeology and human culture accessible to the public and profession. Level of Support Requested: Note: Please choose only one funding option: Funding or Co-Sponsorship or Other Amount Endorsement: The commission may endorse specific events whose values it supports but to which it does not contribute money. The commission's name may be used in advertising for these events. This application for endorsement must be submitted to the commission and authorization must be granted prior to use of its name. OR Support: The commission may provide up to $100 for events that meet the guidelines if commissioners are not actively involved. OR X Co-Sponsorship: The commission typically provides up to $200 (higher amounts may be considered for specific circumstances) for events in which commissioners will be actively involved. Active involvement means that, at a minimum, the group planning the event works directly with a commissioner who serves as a formal liaison between the group and the commission and reports back to the commission regularly. If possible, a commissioner should participate in the planning process and the commission should have an information table at the event. OR Office of Human Rights & Neighborhood Involvement 99 W 10th Ave, Eugene OR 97401 (541)682-5177 / ehrcenter@ci.eugene.or.us  Other Amount Requested: What will these funds be used for specifically? If request exceeds $200, please include detailed information about why request exceeds the standard funding levels: The funds will be used for festival operations, such as, the venue rental, staffing, and materials. How is this event related to the commission's own activities and purposes (see Guidelines for Community Requests for Support) and work plan and what clear benefits would be provided to the City organization? This event fosters mutual understanding and respect for cultural diversity by presenting film about diverse cultures worldwide, past and present. Please provide a detailed budget description for funds requested (attach if necessary) TAC festival has a budget of around $20,000, with many different categories, , the biggest of which is the venue rental at The Shedd Institute (about $5,000). Newspaper ads and radio spots will together be around $2000 and printing the program about $1500. The funds received will be used to cover some of these costs. Please list other co-sponsors or funding sources and amounts received We have a multitude of local sponsors, including Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Indians, Forrest Paint, Lane County, Poppi’s Anatolia Restaurant, U of O Bookstore, The Kiva,Help-U-Sell Realty, Jean and Ray Auel, and many more So far we have $6400. Is the event wheelchair accessible? X Yes No Will sign language interpretation be available? (if requested) Yes X No Will other language interpretation be available? (if requested) Yes X No Is this strictly a fundraising event? Yes X No Is this event open to the general public? X Yes No If funding request is approved, in what name should the check be issued and where should it be sent? ALI Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Address: 4147 E Amazon Dr. _____________________________________ Eugene City:_______________ 97405 Zip:______________ **Note: If this funding request is approved by the City of Eugene Human Rights Commission, the applicant commits to funding the service or product described in this application and to providing a written or verbal report to the commission within 30 days of completion. Signature of person responsible for event Office of Human Rights & Neighborhood Involvement 99 W 10th Ave, Eugene OR 97401 (541)682-5177 / ehrcenter@ci.eugene.or.us Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year Action Plan Summary This Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year Action Plan describes specific housing and community development actions and activities the jurisdictions` propose to undertake during the program year beginning July 1, 2015 and ending June 30, 2016 (FY 2015/16). This is the first of five annual action plans that supplement the Eugene-Springfield 2015 Consolidated Plan. Communities that are entitled to receive funds from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) must complete a Consolidated Plan every five years as well as annual Action Plans. The Consolidated Plan provides an assessment of needs of low- and moderate-income persons and strategic five-year plan for taking actions to address those needs using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds received by the Cities of Eugene and Springfield. The One-Year Action Plan describes specific actions to be undertaken in a particular year with federal funds. The content of the One-Year Action Plan is guided by HUD. The Cities of Eugene and Springfield each receive an annual entitlement allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds directly from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The two Cities also receive HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds from HUD through the Eugene-Springfield HOME Consortium. The City of Eugene is the lead agency in the HOME Consortium. Coordination and Collaboration The Cities of Eugene and Springfield collaborate in multiple ways to plan for and implement affordable housing and community development activities. The Cities of Eugene and Springfield jointly prepare the five-year Consolidated Plan, Fair Housing Plan, One-Year Action Plan, and Comprehensive Annual Performance and Evaluation Report. As described in the Institutional Structure section of the Consolidated Plan, there are multiple forums for communication and collaboration including the Intergovernmental Housing Policy Board and Human Services Commission. These forums also provide ongoing opportunities for collaboration and communication with Lane County, the Housing and Community Services Agency of Lane County, United Way, affordable housing providers, and social service providers. Citizen Participation Citizen involvement is a critical part of the process to identify specific uses for federal funds and activities to be undertaken in FY 2015/16. As described in the Citizen Participation Plan in the Consolidated Plan, the Cities of Eugene and Springfield work with advisory committees composed of community residents to develop recommendations for use of Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year 1 Action Plan Summary funds. In addition, there are multiple opportunities for the public to provide comment in writing or during public meetings. Public meetings are held at times convenient to potential and actual beneficiaries in locations that meet American with Disabilities Act accessibility standards. With 48 hours’ notice prior to any public meeting, the Cities can provide the following services: an interpreter and audio equipment for the hearing impaired, a reader to review printed materials with the sight impaired; and a foreign language interpreter for non-English speaking residents. Eugene and Springfield – HOME Allocation Process The Housing Policy Board conducted a public hearing for the proposed allocation of HOME funding and made a recommendation on April 6, 2015. No comments were made during the public hearing and no written comments were received during the 30-day comment period, which was advertised on March 13, and ran through April 14, 2015. A summary of the Eugene-Springfield HOME Consortium funding sources and uses is provided as Attachment A. Eugene – CDBG Allocation Process The CDBG Advisory Committee conducted a public hearing on April 7, 2015 to hear comments on the proposed uses of CDBG funds. One comment were made during the public hearing in support of the proposed funding for the Lindholm Service Station. X written comments were received during the 30-day comment period, which was advertised on March 16, and ran through April 17, 2015. A summary of the Eugene CDBG funding sources and uses is provided as Attachment B. Springfield – CDBG Allocation Process On February 2, 2015, the Springfield City Council held a Work Session to discuss the proposed 2015-2016 CDBG budget and funding priorities. On February 19, 2015, the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) met to review the proposed 2015- 2016 CDBG budget, as revised by Council, and funding priorities. On April 2, 2015, the CDAC held a public hearing to receive written and oral testimony on the City’s proposed use of 2015-2016 CDBG funds. One comment was made during the public hearing commending Springfield for its continued support of affordable home ownership opportunities. No written comments were received during the 30-day comment period, which was advertised on March 5, and ran through April 6, 2015. A summary of the Springfield CDBG funding sources and uses is provided as Attachment C. 2 Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Action Plan Summary Goals and Strategies The 2015 Consolidated Plan process has led to an emphasis on goals and strategies to meet the basic needs of low- and moderate-income households, including human services, housing, and jobs during the 2015-2020 period. The following narrative describes the proposed allocation of funds for FY 2015/16 as it relates to the goals identified in the Draft Consolidated Plan. Affordable Housing Affordable housing goals are intended to address HUD program objectives to provide decent, safe, and affordable housing. A total of four affordable housing goals are included in the Draft 2015 Consolidated Plan. These goals and the strategies Eugene and Springfield propose to undertake based on their allocation of CDBG and HOME funds in FY 2015/16 are described below. Increase the supply of affordable housing - Both Eugene and Springfield will undertake activities to increase the supply of affordable housing with an emphasis on priority needs identified in the Consolidated Plan. • Housing Development - Eugene and Springfield allocated $1,222,231 in HOME funds for Housing Development activities to be made available through the Consortium’s Fall 2015 Housing RFP process. Proposals that address priority needs identified in the Consolidated Plan will be prioritized for funding. • CHDO Operating Support - Springfield and Eugene allocated $47,720 in HOME funds to provide operating support to Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) serving both cities. • Eugene Land Acquisition for Affordable Housing – Eugene allocated $155,00 in CDBG funds for its Land Acquisition for Affordable Housing program. Eugene intends to purchase land specifically for future development of affordable housing. This site will be offered through a competitive Request for Proposals process within three years of site acquisition. • Acquisition of Existing Housing - Eugene allocated $419,821 in CDBG funds for acquisition of existing housing to offer as permanent, transitional, or emergency housing. These funds will be offered through a competitive Request for Proposals process. • Springfield RFP - Springfield allocated $124,737 in CDBG funds to be made available through Springfield’s Spring 2015 CDBG RFP process. As its fourth priority for these funds, Springfield’s Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will consider the CDBG-eligible activities of land acquisition, clearance of toxic Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year 3 Action Plan Summary  chemicals, and site improvements on publicly-owned land to increase the supply of affordable housing. Rehabilitate existing housing stock affordable to low-income persons - In addition to adding units, both Eugene and Springfield will continue efforts to preserve existing rental and ownership housing for low-income persons. • Eugene Emergency Home Repair Program – Eugene allocated $75,000 to continue to provide emergency home repairs to homeowners and mobile home residents as well as accessibility improvements to both owner and renter occupied housing units. • Eugene Housing Rehabilitation Fund - Eugene will continue to provide owner rehabilitation loans and rental rehabilitation loans through its Housing Rehabilitation Fund. A total of $330,000 in CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Fund program income will be used to support housing rehabilitation loans and project delivery costs. • Springfield Emergency Home Repair Program - Springfield will use $141,604 in CDBG funds to support its Emergency Home Repair program. This program provides assistance to very low-income homeowners faced with urgent home repairs that will enhance health, safety, or accessibility. • Springfield Home Improvement Program - Springfield will continue to provide assistance to low-income homeowners faced with major rehabilitation needs through its Springfield Home Improvement Program. No new CDBG funds have been allocated to this program. While not expected at this time, should any program income be received during FY15/16, it will be used to support this program. • Springfield RFP - Springfield allocated $124,737 in CDBG funds to be made available through Springfield’s Spring 2015 CDBG RFP process. As its first priority for these funds, Springfield’s Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will consider CDBG-eligible housing rehabilitation activities to rehabilitate existing housing stock affordable to low-income persons. Provide down payment assistance for homeownership – Down payment assistance programs play a critical role in enabling low-income persons to become homeowners. • Eugene Homebuyer Assistance Program - Eugene will use $100,000 in CDBG funds to support its Homebuyer Assistance Program. This program provides down payment and related closing cost assistance for low-income residents purchasing a home for the first time. • Springfield Home Ownership Program - Springfield will use $100,000 in CDBG funds to support its Springfield Home Ownership Program. This program provides down 4 Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Action Plan Summary  payment and related closing cost assistance for low-income residents purchasing a home for the first time. Remove barriers to affordable and supportive housing – Both the Cities of Eugene and Springfield seek opportunities to affirmatively further fair housing and also raise awareness of the housing needs of low- and moderate-income persons so these needs may be considered in the development of related policies and regulations. • Fair Housing Activities - Eugene and Springfield plan to continue offering fair housing services to their residents in FY 2015/16. Services that will be provided to include operating a 24-hour Fair Housing Hotline, outreach and education, and enforcement of fair housing laws. Eugene allocated $20,000 of CDBG funds to support of fair housing activities. • Intergovernmental Housing Policy Board - Eugene and Springfield will continue to staff and hold monthly meetings of the Intergovernmental Housing Policy Board. This body creates an important forum for identifying and discussing policies and programs impacting the availability and affordability of housing for low-income persons. Eugene and Springfield staff and members of the Housing Policy Board will continue to work with their respective agencies to provide information about the needs of low-income persons and advise on the impacts of policy decisions on the availability and affordability of housing. • Affirmative Marketing - Eugene and Springfield will continue to work with area agencies to implement affirmatively marketing planswith a particular emphasis on reaching Latino households. Community Development Community development goals are intended to satisfy HUD program objectives by providing human services; creating jobs; improving access to public facilities; and furthering neighborhood revitalization, planning, and community-building activities. A total of three community development goals were included in the Draft 2015 Consolidated Plan. These goals and the strategies Eugene and Springfield propose based on their allocation of CDBG funds for FY 2015/2016 are described below. Support a human services delivery system to address the needs of homeless persons and special needs populations - The Cities of Eugene and Springfield collaborate with Lane County to fund human service providers. This collaborative funding model uses available federal, state, and local funds to efficiently support local agencies. The Human Services Commission is the intergovernmental board that guides the use of funds and oversees the activities of agencies receiving funds. • Springfield Human Service Operations - Springfield will provide $70,004 in CDBG funds to the HSC to support public services for low- and very low-income persons. A Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year 5 Action Plan Summary  significant proportion of persons served by these agencies are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Funded agencies include Food for Lane County, The Relief Nursery, Catholic Community Services, and Womenspace. • Eugene Human Service Operations - Eugene will provide $350,000 in CDBG funds to the HSC to support public services for low- and very low-income persons. A significant proportion of persons served by these agencies are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Funded agencies include Food for Lane County, The Relief Nursery, Catholic Community Services, St. Vincent de Paul, and Womenspace. • The City of Eugene and Springfield work in partnership with Lane County, in a collaborative effort to address anti-poverty and homeless issues. In 2006, Lane County adopted a Ten-Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness. Work continues to advance the strategies and objectives identified as a part of the plan. • Eugene Nonprofit Capital Facilities - St. Vincent De Paul will receive $60,000 from Eugene for improvements to the Lindholm Service Station, which provides day services to homeless adults. These improvements include rehabilitation of the showering and laundry facilities, HVAC improvements, classroom expansion, and security improvements. • Springfield RFP - Springfield allocated $124,737 in CDBG funds to be made available through Springfield’s Spring 2015 CDBG RFP process. As its second priority for these funds, Springfield’s Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will consider CDBG-eligible public facilities and improvements to support a human service delivery system. Promote economic development and employment opportunities through the creation of jobs and business development – Both the Cities of Eugene and Springfield will use CDBG funds to undertake economic development activities resulting in job creation for low- and moderate income households. • Eugene Business Development Fund - Eugene will continue to operate its Business Development Fund to provide loans to local businesses resulting in job creation or retention. An estimated $1,100,000 in program income will be used for loans and project delivery costs. • Eugene Microenterprise Training – Eugene allocated $30,000 for microenterprise training to benefit low-income business owners or persons seeking to start a business. These funds will be awarded through open request for proposals. • Springfield RFP - Springfield allocated $124,737 in CDBG funds to be made available through Springfield’s Spring 2015 CDBG RFP process. As its third priority for these funds, Springfield’s Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will consider CDBG-eligible microenterprise assistance and special economic 6 Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Action Plan Summary  development activities to promote economic development and employment opportunities. Make strategic investments to improve low-income neighborhoods and other areas exhibiting conditions of slums and blight - Both the Cities of Eugene and Springfield consider strategic investments in capital improvement and rehabilitation projects serving eligible areas. Such projects may include park improvements, public infrastructure, and other facilities. Neither City allocated funds to support to this strategy in this Action Plan. Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year 7 Action Plan Summary Eugene – Springfield HOME Consortium 2015/16 HOME Funding Allocation Summary Sources of Funding Entitlement Grant Current year – 2015/16 $ 954,406 Reprogrammed Funds from Prior Years Funds to Reprogram $ 270,985 Program Income 2014/15 Program Income Carried Forward (Estimated) $ 140,000 2015/16 Program Income (Estimated) $ 120,000 $ 260,000 Total Sources $ 1,485,391 Uses of Funding Housing Development $ 1,222,231 CHDO Operating Support $ 47,720 Administration $ 95,440 10% New HOME Funds $ 12,000 10% Estimated Program Income $ 107,440 Carry Forward to FY 15/16 $ 108,000 Total Uses $ 1,485,391 8 Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Action Plan Summary Eugene CDBG 2015/16 Funding Allocation Summary Sources of Funding Entitlement Grant $ 1,236,946 Reprogrammed Funds from Prior Years Willow Creek Property Sale Proceeds $ 306,913 Nonprofit Capital Facilities - Willamette Family $ 37,000 Housing Infrastructure – County Farm $ 58,962 $ 402,875 Program Income (Estimated) Housing Rehabilitation Loan Fund – FY 15/16 $ 330,000 Business Development Fund - FY 15/16 $ 1,100,000 $ 1,430,000 Total Sources $ 3,069,821 Uses of Funding Housing Development Land Acquisition for Affordable Housing $ 155,000 Housing Acquisition $ 419,821 $ 574,821 Housing Rehabilitation Emergency Home Repair Program $ 75,000 Loan Program $ 180,000 Housing Rehabilitation Fund Project Delivery $ 150,000 $ 405,000 Downpayment Assistance for Low-Income Homebuyers $ 100,000 Support for Social Services Public Services Operations $ 350,000 Nonprofit Capital Facilities – Lindholm Center $ 60,000 $ 410,000 Economic Development Business Development Fund Loan Program $ 930,000 Business Development Fund Project Delivery $ 170,000 Microenterprise Training $ 30,000 $ 1,130,000 Administration $ 450,000 Total Uses $ 3,069,821 Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year 9 Action Plan Summary Springfield CDBG 2015/16 Funding Allocation Summary Sources of Funding Entitlement Grant $ 466,694 Reprogrammed Funds from Prior Years Funds to Reprogram $ 80,000 Total Sources $ 546,694 Uses of Funding Housing Rehabilitation Emergency Home Repair Program (EHR) $ 71,604 EHR Program Delivery $ 70,000 $ 141,604 Downpayment Assistance for Low-Income Homebuyers Springfield Home Ownership Program (SHOP) $ 70,000 SHOP Program Delivery $ 30,000 $ 100,000 Public Services Operations (Human Services Commission) $ 70,004 Sub-Recipient Project Request for Proposals (RFP) Funds Available for RFP $ 124,737 Project Delivery $ 17,010 $ 141,747 Administration $ 93,339 Total Uses $ 546,694 10 Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One-Year Eugene-Springfield 2015/16 One Year Action Plan Action Plan Summary March 25, 2015 Bob Walker, Chair City of Eugene Police Commission Dear Bob, I am sorry I could not attend the February 9 meeting between you and representatives of the Human Rights Commission, Ken Neubeck and Edward Goehring, HRC’s liaison to your Commission. This letter is a follow up to that meeting. In accordance with its annual Work Plan, the HRC has been discussing the need to amend language in Section 4.731 of the City Code which deals with Intimidation in the Second Degree. The HRC would like to see the City Council make two changes in that Section. First, the HRC would like to see the harmonization of the definition of “sexual orientation” in the intimidation section of the code with the City Code’s Human Rights Section 4.615, and with Oregon state law, both of which include protection for transgender individuals. We have had two incidents reported to the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office this year which would have potentially been impacted by this revision and been elevated to a crime. Second, the HRC would like to see actual or perceived homelessness or housing status added to those protected classes named in City Code Section 4.731. This year two incidents were reported to the Eugene Police Department and two others were reported only to the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office. The HRC acknowledges the particular vulnerability of our unhoused neighbors. It is unconscionable that anyone be targeted for criminal acts based on who they are or traits they cannot easily changed. We believe the unhoused fall into this category and should be afforded the opportunity to be protected by additional criminal charges if they are targeted because of their homelessness. The HRC trusts that the Police Commission shares our concern that people who are transgender be protected in Section 4.731 of the City Code, consistent with the Code’s Human Rights section and state law. We trust as well that the Police Commission understands the importance of adding protections for people who are homeless and who are among those persons most vulnerable to criminal victimization in the community. Providing people who are transgender, as well as those who are homeless, protected class status shows the City’s commitment to the basic human rights to life, health, freedom from discrimination, and personal security of these vulnerable members of our community. The HRC invites the Police Commission to join with us in endorsing these Code revisions and requesting they be considered by the City Council. It would be excellent if you could put the topic of endorsement in your upcoming Work Plan and then put it on a future meeting agenda for discussion and a vote. Hopefully we can jointly submit the request for Code revision to City Council early in the new fiscal year. Sincerely yours, Andrew Thomson, Chair City of Eugene Human Rights Commission