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Human Rights Commission Minutes March 28, 2014 Page 3 of 6 Commissioner Grefenberg moved and Vice Chair Becker seconded a motion to authorize staff and the Program Planning Committee to spend up to but no more than $300 on refreshments for the Naturalization Ceremony on April 16th. Motion passed unanimously. Review of Proposed HRC's Ordinance Language Vice Chair Becker reviewed two versions of the proposed changes to the Ordinance language regarding the HRC. He indicated one version was presented by staff and the other was presented by the Operations Committee. He explained the revisions to this Code were necessary after the City Council created the Community Engagement Commission. In addition, the Council was hoping to create uniformity across City Code. Commissioner Grefenberg requested statements regarding diversity remain within the Code. Commissioner Singleton discussed the language regarding the Minnesota Human Rights Act. Vice Chair Becker explained that after receiving approval from the HRC, the amended Ordinance would be reviewed by a City Council sub-committee. Ms. Collins explained one of the goals for Council and staff through the Ordinance amendment was to create a basic framework for each of the commissions. This basic framework would allow each of the commissions to continue to evolve and meet the needs of the community. Chair Groff questioned the next step of the HRC. Vice Chair Becker stated he was seeking feedback and approval from the HRC. Ms. Collins commented the Council would be discussing this Ordinance further in late-April. Chair Groff thanked Vice Chair Becker for his work in revising the Ordinance. Commissioner Singleton moved and Commissioner Grefenberg seconded a motion to approve the proposed HRC Ordinance language as presented by Vice Chair Becker. Motion passed unanimously. Rosefest Parade Update Ms. Collins commented the HRC had a slot in the parade and the Commission would not be charged the $100 fee. She asked if Karen community was interested in participating in the parade. Chair Groff indicated he had spoken with representatives in the Karen community and dancers were interested in participating in the parade. He questioned what other items need to be planned for the parade.