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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973 09-24 HRRM1\ INUTES OF THr PROCEEDINGS OF THE HUIVAN RIGHTS COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1973 CITY HALL Call to Order The Brooklyn Center Human Rights Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Vice Chair- man Winkelman at 8:03 p.m. Roll Call Vice Chairman Vvinkelman, Commissioners Niartinsen, Weyrauch, and Hastings. Also present were Mr. James Norwick of Community Education School District #286, and Administrative Assistants Daniel Hartman and James Lacina. Approval of Minutes Motion by Commissioner Weyrauch and seconded by of 8-27-73 Commissioner Hastings- to approve she minutes of the August 27, ,1993 meeting. The motion passed unani- mously.. Discussion of Human Vice Chairman Ihinkelman introduced 1Vir. James Norwick Rights Community who commented on the Human Rights Commission's Education Program involvement in the Community Education Program in School District #286. He stated that he would be avail- able to answer aray que8tions from the Commission relative to community education. Commissioner Davis arrived at 8:05 p.m. Commissioner Martinsen expressed an interest in developing a Chemical Dependency seminar. r'. Mr. Norwick commeated that the Community Education Program had an offering on Chemical Awareness relating specifically to alcoholism but he felt that a Chemical Dependency seminar with a much larger scope would also be useful. He commented that the purpose of such an offering would be to promote public awareness. Commissioner Martinsen then stated that he was in the process of contacting Eden House as a source for developing the Chemical Dependency seminar. Vice Chairman Vv inkelman presented his topic of retire- ment. He indicated that such a program would be open to individuals interested in finding out the many activities available to the retired. Commissioner Hastings commented that such a seminar would be useful -1- 9-24-73 to in(Rviduals nearing retirement. age. A brief discussion then ensued relative to a seminar on the Ex-Offender and Corrective Procedures. It was the consensus of the Comm lion that fo. lack of probable interest these seminars ,mould be deferred. Mr. Norwick suggested tie topic of Venereal Disease. He stated that a serious problem exists, not just in Brooklyn Center, but throughout the country. He also stated that parents should be aware of the VD problem and the solutions available. Vice Chairman Winkelman suggested the topic as a proposal for one of the Commission's Community Education seminars. He appointed Commissioners Davis and Hastings to research the topic and contact possible resource centers. Commissioner Weyrauch commented on the possibility of a seminar on the alternatives to college. He noted in a brief discussion that many adults must be retrained two or three times during their working life span. He also stated the importance of such a seminar for stu- dents who are planning their future. It was the co.sensus of the Commission that the following courses would be o:xered on the dates pre- scribed: January 10 - Chemical Dependency, January 17 - Prepar:ng for Retirement, January 24 - Clap is not Applause - The Truth About VD, and January 31 - Alternatives to College. Vice Chairman Winkelman then :stated that he would like a final proposal on each seminar submitted to Chairman Ordner by October 15, 1973. He commented that it is the responsibility of the Commission members to make sure the proposals are publicized. Report on Career Commissioner Weyrauch reported on the Career Development Seminar Development Seminar. He stated that such a program by Commissioner would be impossible to undertake this year since W e;yrauch extensive work has already been done on a program by the School District. It was the consensus of the Commission that the seminar be deferred until spring for possible implementation during the 1974-75 school year. Vice Chairman Winkelman thanked Mr. Norwick for his attendance. -2- 9-24-73 Fall Social Meeting Vice Chairman 'Winkelman corf~rmed the date of October 10, 1973 for the fall social meeting. He stated that Chairman Ordner would be making the final i arrangements. Seminar on the Deaf Under other business Commissioner Davis introduced and the Blind a memorandum sent to State Representative Ernee McArthur from the State of Minnesota, Division of Rehabilitative Services. He explained that a seminar has been proposed for November 15, 1973 to discuss services for the deaf and the blind in Brooklyn Center. He indicated that the Lions Club was sponsoring the seminar. Motion by Commissioner Martinsen and seconded by Commissioner Hastings to support a seminar dealing with services for the deaf and the blind. The motion passed unanimously. Membership Status Vice Chairman Wirikelman then stated that there would be at least two vacancies on the Commission by the end of the year. He stated that Commissioner Weyrauch and himself would not seek reappointment. He commented that the commission should seek out prospects and refer them to the Mayor. • Adjournment Motion by Commissioner Martinsen and seconded by Commissioner Weyrauch to adiourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Human Rights Commission adjourned at 9:10 p.m. Chairman 0 -3- 9-24-73