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Improving and Increasing Ed�cation �nd Ou�reach — Phil Crump reported that he has not had any luck working with Hollywood Video. Thelma suggested that we instead approach the public library about sponsoring forums, getting speakers and prornating books. The Friends of the Library have been hosting Saturday movies, and the Comtnission could work with them on the movies they show and encauraging them to show movies that reflect themes. For example, during February show movies to honor Black History Month or during March show movies honoring Wornen's History Month. Phil and Karen will contact the library before the next meeting. Karen Vnuk reported that an actor presented Martin Luther King's speech to employees at her office. She praised the actor and the impact he had on employees. Karen suggesied that the Commission hire the actor ta do a presentation at the Library on other venues next February to commemorate King's hirthday. Karen also reported that she is working with the Roseville Area Schools Diversity Committee. Director Johanna Eager is looking for help ta recruit members of various ethnic groups to get involved in the Diversity Committee. Carolyn Curti will provide Karen with the list of organizations. Karen said the Diversity Committee is considering starting a cultural day, and would like the Commissian to recruit and participate in the cultural day. Thelma requested that Karen gefi a copy of the East Metro Integration District {EMID) plan for the Commission to review. Provide Leadership on Human Rights Issaes — Mark Chapin reparted that he and Patty Tschida met recently Eo discuss their committee. They will report at the April meeting. Building New and Strengthening Existing Partuerships with Community and Businesses Thelma McKenzie and Larry Voeller reported that they have been discussing vtrays the Commission can connect with businesses. They are facing some questions about how to approach the businesses. Do we ask what the challenges are that businesses face? Da we offer to be a resource? How can we build a Human Rights Network? They felt that the Commission needs to educate itself on what issues exist and then work to build a reputation in the Roseville community. Larry will draft a letter to businesses that the Commission will review at the April meeting. Commissioner Reparts on 5peaking to the Schaols Thelma McKenzie thanked Karen Vnuk, Larry Voeller, Martha Hardesty and Steve Smith far going to tl�e schools and speaking with different classroorns. Larry spoke with 9`h and 11'� grade students at RAHS. He explained the purpose of the Humat� RigTits Commission and then talked about relationships that lead to conflict and how to deat with it. Larry provided information from the Dispute Resolution office. Karen Vnuk and her husband spoke with 3rd graders at Parkview Center School. They started the program talking about how Martin Luiher King's actions have impacted their lives. They then spoke about their personal experiences in a biracial rnarriage.