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school teacher speaking up about racism included in history books and using the works of a diverse set of authors ta teach. She also talked about her work with the criminal justice systern. Helland suggested that Commissioners should sirnply think about what they can do, and jump in and do it. The Commissioners thanked Helland for her informative presentation. Rose Parade Carolyn Curti reminded Commissioners that the Rose Parade is June 27 and #he Commission will ha�c a ride in the parade. Curti will send letters to the Essay Contes# winners inviting ihem to ride along. She will purchase candy to be handed out. Commissioners suggested that the City produce stickers with "No Prejudice" similar to the ones Helland showed.. Curti will see if they can be printed for a reasonable cost. Anyone who plans to ride in the vehicle should let Curti know. Discrimination Complaint Comrnissioner Steve Smith reported that he followed up on a complaint by a Roseville resident. The resident wanted to know what/if anything could be donc about a friend of hers who lives in a home owned by a local church. The pastor is telling the single African American mother living in a rental property that she is not v�ranted there. Commissioner Smith said he offered several alternatives, but they did not want to pursue anything at this tirne. Discassian of Programs/Activities in Upcoming Year Chair McKena_.ie began the discussion about the Commission organiz�ng a forum about the Patriot Act. In March the Com�nission met with Isaac Kaufman and Louisa Hext who had recently helped organize a Patriot Act Forum in St. Louis Park. The Commission agreed to sponsor a Forum this spring, but because of time constraints and discussions over speakers, the Comrnission agreed to posipone the forum until the fall. After some discussion, Commissioners agreec� to host the forurn the evening of T�esday, October 11. Chair McKenzie said she wantcd greater regional participation and invite neighboring Human Rights Conunissions to participate. Commissioners also dascussed ways to involve the neighboring calleges and high school students. Commissioners should send suggestions for speakers and whorn to invite to Carolyn Curti. Commissioner Smith talked about the Senior Holiday Party held in mid-December at which Commissioners volunteer to h.elp with the party. Carolyn Curti described the New Teachers' Packet that is sent each fa31 ta new Roseville Area School teachers. The packet was developed in response to a request from RAS Dxversity Coordinator Joha.mxa Eager. She said they have good iuck recruiting a diverse teaching staff �