HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-11-14 MINUTESCity of Cottage Grove
Human Services/Rights Commission
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Members Present: Francisco Gonzalez
Tanweer (TJ) Janjua
Devan King
Jen Peterson, Vice Chair
Christie Thompson
Members Absent: Sue Kainz
Rajean Moone, Chair
Council Liaison: Fred Luden
Staff Liaison: Joe Fischbach
1. Call to Order
At 7:07 PM the meeting was called to order.
2. Approval of Minutes
Francisco made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 2007 meeting. TJ seconded the
motion, All Present in Favor.
3. Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee- September Synopsis
The September meeting was a joint meeting with the City Council. At the upcoming meetings
the Committee plans to discuss transportation, parks planning and housing. It will then be
wrapped up with a public hearing before the Planning Commission and City Council action.
4. Commission Work Plan
5. Commission Projects
The Commission further discussed adding a human rights education element to the Washington
County guide that is put out by Washington County. The Committee was unsure if the Yeshiva
letter was sent out. The FacingRacenomination formed was completed by Jen and TJ and will
be submitted. The Neighbors Connecting Neighbors show was discussed. TJ and Christie will
look in to taping a segment. Joe suggested that the December meeting be a planning session for
events and initiatives to be conducted in 2008.
6. Diversity Highlight of the Month
TJ indicated that Ralph Olson was speaking about homelessness and gave the Commission a
phone number if they were interested in attending.
Christie indicated that the County is putting together an advisory board to address homelessness.
1
7. City Update
Councilmember Luden updated the Commission about projects going on in Cottage Grove. He
specifically talked about the Werner Minnesota project, the Presbyterian Homes project and the
adjoining Norris Square commercial project and the ice arena project. There will be a community
survey that will take place in the next few months. The committee also discussed housing options
in Cottage Grove and the spike in home foreclosures.
8. Commission Comments & Requests
None
9. Adjourn
TJ made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 PM; Seconded by Francisco, All Present in
Favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Joe Fischbach
Management Analyst
2