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Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission Minutes February 21, 2018 —Draft Minutes Page 7 of 10 Ms. Olson stated someone from the committee is available to be at the March meeting and noted they do have a spot reserved in the parade. The Commission agreed to include this as part of the March agenda. Chair Holub inquired if there was a way to include both diverse groups and Commissions as part of the parade. More people attend the parade than Parry in the Park. It is also a policy issue. There are groups in the community that want to participate in the parade but cannot afford the fee. They should discuss how to get rid of that barrier to make the parade more accessible. Commissioner Djevi commented the message they want to send is to show the City's diversity under the HRIEC, and not just have smaller groups walking in different sections of the parade. He also agreed that the parade fee is a barrier they should try to address. Chair Holub stated she would rather see all the groups integrated as different voices rather than separating them as the diversity people. They are all equally part of the community. Commissioner Groff stated it would be wonderful to have people spread out throughout the parade, but they are not there yet. It could also take several years to address the parade fee for those that cannot afford it. He suggested they address these issues soon, so they are not forgotten. Ms. Olson suggested they present a memo to the Council on their plans for the parade. Commissioner Groff noted they have not needed to consult with the Council in the past on their plans for the parade. The Commission also suggested they also include the multicultural group and teen club from the school. Chair Holub stated they need to communicate this change in plans for the parade to the Council. Commissioner Eichenlaub commented they should try to be as inclusive as possible for other Commissions and diversity groups. People participating in the parade are selling something and they need to determine what they are selling as a Commission. Commissioner Djevi commented they are trying to raise awareness that there is more diversity in the City than people realize, and they are trying to engage people that do not feel they are part of the community. Commissioner Dailey noted it is important that people see other people who look like them are associated with City government. The Commission agreed they need to have a clear message to present to the Council. After discussion and at the Commission's request, Ms. Olson agreed to include both Commissions and