HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-12-12 MINUTESCity of Cottage Grove
Human Services/Rights Commission
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Members Present: Francisco Gonzalez
Tanweer (TJ) Janjua
Sue Kainz
Devan King
Rajean Moone, Chair
Jen Peterson, Vice Chair
Members Absent: Christie Thompson
Council Liaison: Fred Luden
Staff Liaison: Joe Fischbach
1. Call to Order
At 7:04 PM the meeting was called to order.
2. Approval of Minutes
Jen made a motion to approve the minutes of the November 2007 meeting. Sue seconded the
motion, All Present in Favor.
3. Goals and Projects for 2008
The Commission discussed what goals and/or projects that they would like to work for next year.
The specifically discussed development of a website, partnering with the Stillwater Human
Rights Commission on a project, a Speakers Forum, putting a resource guide together related to
assistance paying utilities bills and/or mortgage and similar items.
4. Diversity Highlight of the Month
St. Cloud State had a few more incidents of inappropriate speech regarding the religion of some
students and staff members. The University is investigating and hoping to educate others about
the negative affects of this behavior.
5. City Update
Councilmember Luden updated the Commission about projects going on in Cottage Grove.
There was the yearly truth-in-taxation hearing, a pavement management project public hearing.
The CottageView project is on hold until the City and County finalize the transportation study.
The community survey will begin after the holidays. Council adopted the Capital Improvement
Plan. The Ice Arena project continues to move forward.
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The Commission discussed at length the recent court decision that affects how non-profits are
taxed in regards to property tax. A Commission member was going to find the article and
distribute.
8. Commission Comments & Requests
None
9. Adjourn
TJ made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 PM; Seconded by Francisco, All Present in
Favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Joe Fischbach
Management Analyst
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