City of Eugene Human Rights Commission

1 City of Eugene Human Rights Commission Meeting packet for Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 5:30 – 7:45 PM 99 W 10th Ave., Sloat Room, Eugene-OR Packet Contents Draft Agenda Page 2 Draft Minutes from 10/2019 Page 3 Draft Minutes from 6/2019 Page 11 Budget Update Page 14 Support Request - NAMI Page 15 HRC Bylaws - Section IV Page 19 HPWG updates Page 20 WeCU Updates Page 21 Office of Human Rights & Neighborhood Involvement | City of Eugene | 99 W 10th Ave | Eugene OR 97401 | (541) 682-5272  2 City of Eugene Human Rights Commission Human Rights Commission Agenda for Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 5:30 – 7:30 PM 99 W 10th Ave., Sloat Room, Eugene-OR Human Rights Commissioners: Joel Iboa (Chair), Ibrahim Coulibaly (Vice Chair), Ela Kubok, Ibrahim Hamide, Serena Markstrom, Rick Guerra, Bonnie Souza, Amanda McCluskey, Daniel Borson, Kirstin London, Councilor Emily Semple Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Staff: Jennifer Lleras Van Der Haeghen, Fabio Andrade 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, be publicly accountable for human rights progress. Item Description Action Time Duration 1 Agenda/Minutes Review (Chair) Discuss/Vote 5:30 - 5:40 10 min 2 Public Comment (Chair) 5:40 - 5:50 10 min 3 Support Request – NAMI Updates 5:50 – 6:00 10 min 4 EPD Liaison – Lieutenant Marcus Pope Updates 6:00 – 6:10 10 min 5 International Human Rights Day Discuss/Vote 6:10 – 6:30 20 min 6 Chair and Vice Chair election Discuss/Vote 6:30 – 6:50 20 min 7 HRC Work Groups and Liaison Updates 6:50 – 7:10 20 min 8 Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Updates 7:10 – 7:20 10 min 9 January HRC Meeting Agenda Discuss 7:20 – 7:25 5 min The Human Rights Commission will not hold a meeting in December 2019. International Human Rights Day will be Celebrated on December 10, 2019 The next scheduled meeting of the Human Rights Commission is on January 21, 2020. 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. The Human Rights Commission meets monthly on the third Tuesday at the Sloat Room, Atrium Building, 99 W 10th Street Eugene, OR 97401 - Contact: Fabio Andrade, 541-682-5177 fandrade@eugene-or.gov  3 Human Rights Commission MINUTES Eugene Human Rights Commission - HRC Atrium, Sloat Room Eugene, Oregon October 15, 2019 - 5:30 p.m. PRESENT: Ibrahim Coulibaly, Rick Guerra, Kirstin London, Daniel Borson, Emily Semple, Amanda McCluskey, Joel Iboa, Ib Hamide and Fabio Andrade - staff ABSENT: Serena Markstrom, Bonnie Souza and Ela Kubok Opening Vice Chair Coulibaly called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM Agenda Review – Approved unanimously with the addition of a presentation by Chelsea Jennings, Planned Parenthood and Council Reports from item 3 to item 8. Minutes Review – September minutes approved. June minutes review postponed to November due to lack of quorum. Public Comment Beatriz Hernandez - – Presented on and invited commissioners and audience to attend the Spanish Public Safety Forum (attached) on November 6, 2019. Michael Gannon – Talked about his participation on the HRC homelessness and poverty work group and his questions about LTD and Eugene Library’s polices and protocols. Described events in which unhoused people with mental health issues have been surrounded by police officers or removed from LTD property. Asks HRC to have access to records on how situations involving unhoused people are handled by both agencies. Requests for Support/Funding Support request from NAMI was postponed to November meeting. Presentation – Chelsea Jennings, Planned Parenthood Chelsea Jennings explain the context, content, and process of a resolution before City Council to declare Eugene’s support for reproductive rights, allowing the City to file Amicus brief in future lawsuits aimed at barring women from accessing reproductive health services. Supporting documents provided at the meeting are attached to these minutes. Vote – Support resolution on reproductive rights The commission voted unanimously in support of the draft resolution before City Council. Chair Iboa volunteered to provide comments at the City Council meeting on October 28, 2019 in which the resolution would be discussed and voted. Chair Iboa and Ela Kubok (second) motioned to approve the request for support, which was approved unanimously. 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |HRNI@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/HRC  4 Human Rights Commission Updates – EPD liaison Lieutenant Marcus Pope presented a quarterly report on hate crimes and answered questions from commissioners. International Human Rights Day The education and Outreach Work Group was assigned to work on planning an event for December 10, 2019. Chair Iboa discussed the possibility of bringing to Eugene an exhibit on White Supremacy by the Western States Center. Ela Kubok mentioned examples of recording/storytelling on immigrants that could be added to the event. Work Group and liaison Updates Ela Kubok – MUPTE – The MUPTE Board held their annual meeting and schedule review of projects for January 2020 Ela Kubok – Civilian Review Board – CRB held their first meeting and concluded elections for chairs and liaisons. General meeting and discussion. Amanda McCluskey – Police Commission – The October meeting focused on unhoused people and right of way ordinance barring camping on sidewalk planting strips. Chief Skinner reported on citations on illegal camping, upcoming training program for new officers, and more stable funding for CAHOOTS. There was no quorum for other agenda items. Rick Guerra – Housing Police Board/Renters Protection – Meeting included presentations from agencies that work on low-income housing such as Catholic Community Charities and Saint Vincent de Paul Society. Daniel Borson – WeCU – Group discussed posting of the Multicultural Liaison position and their concern that it has inclusive language. Multicultural Center survey is being evaluated by WeCU members. Written updates included in October’s meeting packet. Amanda McCluskey – Homelessness and Poverty work group – Group accepted Councilor Semple apology for her remarks at the September meeting. Written updates included in October’s meeting packet. HRNI Updates - Fabio Andrade Fabio Andrade presented a draft for the job posting for the Multicultural Liaison position (attached). He discussed reasons for listing the position as Management Analyst 1 or 2 and for placing it inside HRNI. Commissioners were asked to provide feedback on the draft text via e-mail to Jennifer Lleras Van Der Haeghen. Fabio also talked about the development of new training program by HRNI to which HRC members will be invited to attend a pilot session to be scheduled soon. MLK Award – Commissioners Borson, Iboa, and Kubok volunteered to serve on the award committee. 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |HRNI@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/HRC  5 Human Rights Commission Council Liaison Updates Councilor Semple reported on approval of HRC work plan by Council, Council support for climate strike, updates to Council on Riverfront park and neighborhood, discussion on short- term rentals, discussion on Accessory dwelling units, and retreat on TAC Report implementation, which lacked participation of individuals experiencing homelessness. Meeting adjourned at 7:15pm Recorded by Fabio Andrade An audio recording of this meeting is kept by the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |HRNI@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/HRC 6 7 8 9 10  11 Human Rights Commission MINUTES Eugene Human Rights Commission - HRC Atrium, Sloat Room Eugene, Oregon June 18, 2019 - 5:30 p.m. PRESENT: Joel Iboa, Ibrahim Coulibaly, Rick Guerra, Julia Johnson, Serena Markstrom, Ela Kubok, Bonnie Souza, Aria Seligman, and Fabio Andrade - staff ABSENT: Emily Semple, Aimee Walsh, Ib Hamide Opening Chair Iboa called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM Agenda Review – Approved unanimously with the addition of a 10-minute presentation by the Civilian Review Board proposed by E. Kubok and seconded by J. Johnson. Minutes Review - Approved unanimously. Public Comment T AF Majeska Seese Green – Spoke in support of the HRC requesting City Council to hold a work session on declaring state of emergency on homelessness. Allison Cleveland – Oregon Anti Violence Project – Spoke about his experience with active shooter training and recommended training on de-escalation tactics for police officers using the Landeros shooting in January 2019 as an example. D Diana Zilovsky - Spoke in support of the HRC requesting City Council to hold a work session on R declaring state of emergency on homelessness using the experience of San Francisco an as example for what can be done in Eugene following such declaration. Paula Stout - Spoke in support of the HRC requesting City Council to hold a work session on declaring state of emergency on homelessness by Eugene and Lane County to support implementation of the TAC report. Paula also mentioned the movie showing Tony, which was sponsored by the HRC to raise awareness of homelessness. Pamela Krause – Spoke in support of the HRC requesting City Council to hold a work session on declaring state of emergency on homelessness. Requests for Support/Funding - Junction City State Hospital requested HRC to be present at their Gay Pride event for patients. No commissioner was immediately available to attend to event. 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |HRNI@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/HRC  12 Human Rights Commission Updates – EPD liaison Captain Natt presented an overview of hate and bias cases for the first semester of 2019. He gave an update on the investigation regarding the swastikas in the Jefferson Westside and Whitaker neighborhoods in late May. Presentation – Beyond Toxics Lisa Arkin and Ana Molina presented on Beyond Toxics’ environmental justice work in West Eugene. Presentation slides are attached to this document. Presentation – Civilian Review Board Leia Pitcher presented on the conclusions reached by the Civilian review Board on the investigation of the Landeros shooting. Presentation slides are attached to this document Presentation – Downtown Initiatives Eric Brown and Joshua Berman presented on Free Programing Downtown- Cultural T Representation, Downtown Restrooms, Free Speech Plaza, Eugene Town Square Overview, and Town Square Inclusive Outreach. Presentation slides are attached to this document. WeCU Work Group AF B. Souza presented the updates included in the June meeting packet and asked the HRC to approve the draft public comments she prepared for the Budget Commission. Seconded by Rick Guerra, approved unanimously. Bonnie Souza also asked the HRC to approve draft job description prepared by WeCU for multicultural liaison position. Seconded by Ela Kubok, approved unanimously. Homelessness Work Group D S. Markstrom talked about the upcoming movie showing of Tony on July 17. Ela Kubok volunteered to R attend the event along Serena Markstrom. Police Commission J. Iboa reported on meeting with Deputy Chief Stacey Jepson and changes in leadership of the commission. HRNI Updates - Fabio Andrade Fabio Andrade presented an overview of projects and initiatives HRNI staff is working on including GARE 0 Government Alliance for Racial Equity trainings, Climate action plan panel, Hate ad Bias prevention training, II Community Safety Forum in Spanish, Riverfront Park and community story-telling outreach, Language Access Initiative, Multicultural Center Departmental Advisory Committee, and on the development of a new training curriculum for City of Eugene staff. Follow up: HRNI to invite HRC members to enroll in the train the trainer module for the Hate and Bias Prevention and Response training module. 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |HRNI@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/HRC  13 Human Rights Commission HRC Retreat The HRC discussed organization of the HRC retreat and decided for a Doodle poll to identify best date to secure participation of current and new HRC members. Discussion and vote – Council work session on emergency declaration on homelessness The Homelessness Work Group is requesting that the HRC ask City Council to hold a work session on declaring state of emergency on homelessness. Supporting documents were included in the June meeting packet. Seconded by Ela Kubok, approved by 9 votes. Meeting adjourned at 8:05pm Recorded by Fabio Andrade An audio recording of this meeting is kept by the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office T AF DR 99 W. 10th Avenue, Suite 116, Eugene, OR 97401 541.682.5177 |HRNI@ci.eugene.or.us | www.eugene-or.gov/HRC  14 Human Rights Commission Budget Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20) DATE REQUESTING GROUP EVENT OR DESCRIPTION AMOUNT BALANCE July 1. 2019 $4,500.00 SPONSORSHIP 9/17/19 Transponder transponder Harvest Gala‐oh‐la‐la dinner $385.00 $4,115.00 $4,115.00 $4,115.00 $4,115.00 $4,115.00 $4,115.00 $4,115.00 SUBTOTAL $385.00 $4,115.00 WORKPLAN EXPENSE SUBTOTAL $0.00 TOTALS $385.00 $4,115.00  15 Human Rights Commission Request for Support Human Rights Commission Request for Funding The City of Eugene allocates funds each fiscal year to the Human Rights Commission (HRC) to use to support community events. Applications must be submitted complete with a full explanation of the funding request. All requests must be submitted 10 days prior to the HRC meeting (3rd Tuesdays) in advance of the event or project start date. Timely submission assures that requests are discussed and approved for funding. Having a representative at the HRC meeting to answer questions about the request is strongly encouraged. 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. Failing to provide a report may result in denial for future funding. Date of Event 12/12/2019 Date Funding Required 11/15/2019 Please describe the event/activity for which you are requesting support NAMI Lane County (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is and/or funding hosting their Annual Holiday Dinner Fundraiser on Thursday, December 12th at the Valley River Inn in Eugene. This is one of two main fundraising events that we hold annually and is large contributor to our overall operating budget. We expect around 200 guests who will attend the dinner, participate in the silent auction, raffle, and dessert dash, and contribute donations to our organization through a direct ask at the end of the event. We also offer three community awards to individuals who have done outstanding work around mental health in our community throughout the year. The intention of this event is not only to raise funds for our organization, but to provide an opportunity for our members and clients to socialize and celebrate. As with all of our events, part of our intention is to raise awareness around mental health and decrease the stigma it carries by amplifying the voices of those living with mental health conditions and providing 1  16 information and support. We offer a Volunteer of the Year award, CIT award for a police officer who exhibits the knowledge to work with persons in crisis who may have a mental illness and has had a profound impact on the community at large, and the Uhlhorn award which is given to an individual who reflects the NAMI principles by treating everyone with respect. In addition, they continually work to provide support for those underserved by our social, political, and economic institutions. Nominations are currently ongoing for these awards. More about NAMI Lane County: We offer support groups, educational courses, volunteer opportunities, and public events for individuals and families living with mental health conditions. All programming and services are made available at no cost to the client and are confidential, peer-led, and evidence-based. We serve a diverse client base including many underserved populations such as individuals of color, houseless individuals, native Spanish speakers, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans. We offer a variety of support groups and educational classes for both peers and their families. Additionally, we offer outreach presentations and community trainings that are focused on decreasing stigma and raising awareness around mental health. We have 3 Resource Centers throughout the community that allow individuals to receive one on one peer support, access resources and books about mental health, and learn about partner organizations in the community and receive referrals. We also offer free food in partnership with Food for Lane County on a weekly basis and a Clothing Closet which provides clothing, basic hygiene products, linens, and household supplies. We also offer volunteer opportunities and social events that are focused around skill-building and community development. All of our programming comes at no cost to the consumer and is peer-led, evidence-based, and grassroots. As with all our sponsors, supporters, and business donors we want to work with you so your business receives the recognition and exposure that alines with your mission and values. We will work with you so your business will be showcased at our event. 2  17 Level of Support Requested Support: up to $200 for event with HRC involvement How much is the request $200 for? Name of Support and/or Funding Recipient Organization (if applicable) NAMI Lane County Applicant's First Name Jennifer Applicant's Last Name MacLean Address (for mailing check) 2411 Martin Luther King JR BLVD City Eugene State Name OR ZIP 97401 Email jennifermaclean@namilane.org Phone 5413437688 Extension Field not completed. Payment should go to: Organization Listed How does this request align The intention of this event is not only to raise funds for our with the work of the Human organization, but to provide an opportunity for our members Rights Commission? What and clients to socialize and celebrate. As with all of our events, will these funds be used for part of our intention is to raise awareness around mental health specifically (if applicable). and decrease the stigma it carries by amplifying the voices of those living with mental health conditions and providing information and support. We offer a Volunteer of the Year 3  18 award, CIT award for a police officer who exhibits the knowledge to work with persons in crisis who may have a mental illness and has had a profound impact on the community at large, and the Uhlhorn award which is given to an individual who reflects the NAMI principles by treating everyone with respect. In addition, they continually work to provide support for those underserved by our social, political, and economic institutions. Nominations are currently ongoing for these awards. Who are the other PeaceHealth $1,000 community partners and Pacific Source $1,500 what is their level of involvement? Is this event: Wheelchair Accessible?, Open for language interpretation if needed?, Accessible for hearing impaired?, Open to the general public? I acknowledge that by I understand receiving funding to support this event that I am responsible for providing a brief report back to the HRC within 30‐days of the event. Failure to provide this report either in writing or in person at a HRC meeting may result in denial for future funding. Electronic Signature By providing the information below and electronic signature, I certify that I have read and understood the submittal requirements outlined, and that I understand that omission of any listed item may cause delay in processing the application. I (We), the undersigned, acknowledge that the information supplied in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my (our) knowledge. I am the: Applicant Full Name of Applicant Jennifer MacLean representative Email of applicant's jennifermaclean@namilane.org representative Electronic Signature Sign Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. 4  19 HRC BYLAWS ARTICLE IV. OFFICERS AND DUTIES Section 1. The officers of the commission shall be a chairperson and a vice-chair elected by the commission from among the members of the commission. To be eligible for chair nomination a commissioner must have served on the Human Rights Commission at least one (1) year. Section 2. Any commissioner may nominate a candidate from the commission for the position of chair or vice-chair. Nominations need not be seconded. Section 3. A member may decline nomination because of an inability to serve, but may not withdraw in favor of another member. Section 4. Any member may move to close the nominations; a second is required. If the motion carries, the chair then calls for the election. Section 5. The votes of all commission members will be recorded by the minutes recorder. The candidate who receives a majority of the votes cast becomes the new chair. In the event that no candidate receives a majority of the votes cast, a run-off election shall be held between the two candidates receiving the most votes. The same procedure is followed for the election of the vice-chair. Section 6. The chair and vice chair shall serve for one (1) year. The election will be held no later than the commission's regular meeting in January. If the chair cannot serve a full term, the vice chair shall assume the office for the remainder of the chair’s term. If the vice chair cannot serve a full term, the commission shall, at the meeting in which the resignation is received, or the vice chair is removed, elect a new vice chair to complete the unexpired term. If both chair and vice chair vacate their respective offices prior to the end of their terms, elections must be held at the following meeting to fill both offices. Section 7. Commissioners may not be elected as chair for more than two (2) successive terms. Section 8. The chair shall preside at all meetings of the commission; call special meetings subject to requirements of Article Vl; consult with staff on preparation of commission agendas; and perform all other duties necessary or incidental to the office. Section 9. The vice-chair shall perform the duties of the chairperson in the absence or inability of the chairperson. Section 10. The chair and vice chair are entitled to vote on all issues. Section 11. The chair or chair’s designee is the official spokesperson for the commission on all matters of community that concern the commission. This includes media inquiries. Section 12. The chair and vice-chair shall: a) conduct orientation of new commission members b) assist with educating commission members on procedures and responsibilities c) at the request of the commission, prepare recommendations on commission bylaws and other administrative matters  20 Human Rights Commission Homelessness and Poverty Work Group November 13, 2019 Minutes Present: Commissioners Serena Markstrom (work group lead) and Amanda McCluskey; Majeska (minutes), Anne, Ken, Michael G, Sabra, Betty, Tom, Barb, Heather, Laurie, Talitha, Julie, Wayne, Pamela, Todd. The meeting began at 2:00 PM, in the Sloat Room. Video Recording of public meeting HRC Work Group meetings are open public meetings. First- item presenter Laurie expressed desire not to have the agenda item videoed and public. Videographer Todd Boyle stated as a matter of principle he will exert his right to video here because of the importance of more awareness of these meetings. Criminalization Report draft Laurie Hauber and Talitha Randall, of Lane County Legal Aid, presented on their research, which is in draft stage. The presentation and two handouts covered purpose, overview/scope, data analysis, key findings, weak points, and recommendations (draft), for feedback and assistance at this stage. The final documents will be available for the Work Group’s next steps in the beginning of December. Many signed up for email notices of updates of the draft, which will be public records because they will be sent to Serena. The work group ex- pressed deep appreciation for the work by Laurie and Talitha on this decriminalization item in our work plan. [68 min.] Relationship with House Everyone Wayne Martin proposed forming a somewhat formal relationship with House Everyone, which he described. Several present have been involved with the group. It was agreed that for now this will continue as an informal relationship. A subcommittee of the three HRC commissioners and Majeska will work with staff (Fabio) to learn what could be possible for more formal relationships with this and other groups in the community. [14 min.] Emergency Declaration Brief discussion and question of what to do now. All are asked to read the handout of emails with Mayor Vinis, Councilor Semple, Heather, and Laurie. Serena will ask at the HRC meeting about the status of the HRC’s request to Councilor Semple for a (poll for a) work session of Council on this topic. [9 min.] Public Comment Todd Boyle came to make a public comment, as other board and commission meetings allow. He asked the work group to work on low-income housing, as Council is “sand- bagging” on lower-cost housing. Other HRC meeting items / Protected Class status Heather requested accountability for the HRC annual report saying homelessness is a protected class when it is not, yet. Serena will ask staff (Jen) about this; the mistake may have been by the Register-Guard reporter. Meeting adjourned at 3:47 PM. — Minutes submitted by Majeska  21 Human Rights Commission Work Group Updates Date: November 14, 2019 Work Group: WeCU Prepared by: Bonnie Souza Date of last meeting: October 26, 2019 Summary of last meeting attached? No What were the main topics discussed in the last meeting? • Multicultural Center survey questions – WeCU members thoroughly discussed the draft survey and decided on suggested edits/additions to email to Jen V. and Fabio A. in HRNI office. • Multicultural Liaison job description – WeCU members thoroughly discussed the draft MCL job description prepared by City staff and decided on suggested edits/changes to the draft. Planned to send email to Jen V. and Fabio no later than end of day on October 28. Do you have a proposal for the HRC to consider or any issues you need the HRC’s feedback on during the next meeting? No