Human Relations Committee
Regular MeetingLaconia, NH · December 8, 2020
Minutes
City of Laconia – Human Relations Committee
December 8, 2020
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER
David Stamps welcomed everyone to the meeting of the Laconia Human Relations Committee.
Committee member roll call was taken, a quorum was established, and the meeting was called to
order at 3:04 pm. The Chair reviewed procedures related to public access to electronic meetings as
required under Governor Sununu’s Emergency Order #12.
II. ATTENDANCE
Present – Mayor Andrew Hosmer, Chair David Stamps, Carol Pierce, Rev. Judith Wright, David
Osman, Janet Simmon, Matt Soza, Margaret Donnelly, Kate Bruchacova, Dennis Bothamley and
Carrie Chandler
Excused – none
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
A motion was made by David Osman, seconded by Rev. Judith Wright, to accept the minutes of
the November 10, 2020 Laconia Human Relations Committee meeting. A vote was taken and
with one abstaining and no opposition the minutes were accepted as written.
IV. FINANCES
The LHRC account has a current balance of $3,398.62. A formal report will be provided at the
January meeting.
V. OLD BUSINESS
Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
Priorities for the Sub-Committee:
that people feel included
that people feel safe
provide a message of hope
After much discussion, it was agreed that due to the pandemic, we will focus our efforts this year
by spreading Dr. King’s message in print, utilizing the local newspaper.
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David will reach out to the Daily Sun to ask for assistance with a MLK Day Project:
o to feature an article with quotes and a link to Dr. King’s message
o ask members of the community to submit a message or statement about what MLK
day means to them personally. David will draft a statement for the paper on behalf
of the group for committee review prior to submitting
o Invite the community, homes and businesses to place a candle in their window the
eve of MLK Day
o letters to be published on MLK Day
Include Laconia Links and the LHRC facebook page
Ideas for 2021 include:
King bags – acts of random kindness
Vigils – standing with candles, walking and/or car procession
Walk across a city bridge – include schools, clergy, invite community
Thank you to the MLK Celebration Sub-Committee for their time and work on this effort!
Homeless Taskforce
Mayor Hosmer provided an update to include the next taskforce meeting is scheduled for 12/15 at
4pm - virtual meeting. This is a systemic problem that needs systemic solutions but locally based.
Rev. Wright is attending on behalf of the LHRC. Others are welcome to join (David will send the
meeting link). There are (3) workgroups:
1. Resources and gaps in our community
2. Establishing a peer model
3. Outreach to resolve housing instability
The Mayor is working at the state level to give stronger focus to homelessness, advocate for
funding and promote evidenced-based practices and leadership. The Housing First Model has been
adopted by the VA which promotes housing stability with the premise that housing is key before
other concerns can be adequately addressed, such as substance misuse.
There will be a dinner on Christmas Eve at the Isiah 61 Café which the mayor and his family are
hosting outdoors. Volunteers are welcome.
Critical Incident Group
The Mayor has started conversations with Police Chief Matt Canfield to review this idea; further
discussion time is needed.
Future of Laconia Human Relations Committee
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Further discussion is needed regarding the future of the committee – what is our emphasis? –
where are we going? To include further discussion related to understanding what a democracy is.
Carol Pierce has ideas she would like to share at the January meeting.
Community Events
There will be a food drive on Saturday 12/11 at the Universalist Church in partnership with the
Lyon’s Club where food items will be accepted from 12-3pm to benefit CAP.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
LHRC Membership for 2021
Please send an email to David Stamps if you wish to continue serving on the mayor’s committee.
LHRC Election of Officer’s for 2021
The committee will vote at the January meeting. Please let David know if you are interested in the
position of chair or recording secretary.
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There was no one present for public comment.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by David Osman, seconded by Dennis Bothamley, to adjourn the meeting;
and with no further business the meeting was adjourned at 4:21 pm by the Chair.
Next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 12, 2021, 3p via Zoom invite.
Respectfully Submitted,
Carrie Chandler,
Recording Secretary
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Agenda
Laconia Human Relations
Special Meeting
December 8, 2020
3PM – 4:30 via Zoom
Agenda
Welcome and Roll Call
Review and Acceptance of November 10, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Review and Acceptance of Financial Report
Old Business
• MLK Jr Celebration – Sunday January 17 th , 2021 P P
• Homeless Task Force
• Critical Incidents Committee
New Business
• Discussion of reappointment by the Mayor for 2021
• Discussion of 2021 Election of Officers on January 12th
• Discussion of Future of the Committee
• Other business
• Next Meeting January 12, 2020 at 3pm via Zoom
Public Comment
The public is invited to offer their opinions. Initially, they will be limited to four minutes until all have
had an opportunity to speak. Each person is constrained to their time period or to ask questions of the
committee.
The public will be visible but muted until unmuted by the chair. Members of the public wishing to
speak will use the “raise hand” option.
Everyone is expected to speak respectfully of other people’s opinion.
The Chair may mute someone if they begin getting off topic or speaking disrespectfully at their
discretion. The meeting will end at 4:30pm.
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Note: The meeting will be held online through Zoom and will begin at 3pm although people are encouraged check in early and contact Glenn Smith,
City of Laconia at 524-3877 x 225 or email at gsmith@laconianh.gov if you are having trouble connecting.
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When: Dec 8, 2020 02:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Laconia Human Relations Commission
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11:08 AM LHRC
07/12/20 Profit & Loss
Accrual Basis July 2019 through June 2020
Jul '19 - Jun 20
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
43400 ꞏ Direct Public Support
43410 ꞏ Government Support 2,000.00
Total 43400 ꞏ Direct Public Support 2,000.00
46400 ꞏ Other Types of Income
46410 - Yard Sign Sales 290.00
Total 46400 ꞏ Other Types of Income 290.00
Total Income 2,290.00
Expense
60900 ꞏ Expense
60110 ꞏ MLK Day 525.00
60120 ꞏ Multicultural Festival 1,500.00
60130 ꞏ Yard Signs 317.00
Total 60900 ꞏ Expense 2,342.00
Total Expense 2,342.00
Net Ordinary Income -52.00
Net Income -52.00
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11:22 AM LHRC
07/12/20 Balance Sheet
Accrual Basis As of July 12, 2020
Jul 12, 20
ASSETS
Current Assets
Checking/Savings
10100 ꞏ LCI 3,378.62
Total Checking/Savings 3,378.62
Total Current Assets 3,378.62
TOTAL ASSETS 3,378.62
LIABILITIES & EQUITY
Equity
30000 ꞏ Opening Balance Equity 2,475.62
32000 ꞏ Unrestricted Net Assets -1,097.00
Net Income 2,000.00
Total Equity 3,378.62
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 3,378.62
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