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Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission Minutes October 18, 2017—Draft Minutes Page 5 of 10 Ms. Olson noted that the Council has requested a broader conversation that includes the efforts of Imagine Roseville, GARE, and HRIEC, to see how everything fits together. Ms. Olson also noted that the Council would like HRIEC to limit the use of subcommittees whenever possible. Commissioner Peterson expressed concern about the timeline, given that the HRIEC only meets once a month and there are expanded advisory roles as part of the Action Plan. Several commissioners expressed concern about the time limitations of not being able to use subcommittees. Ms. Olson noted that those subcommittees have not been open to the public or published, so they are not as transparent according to Data Practices. One suggestion was to post an agenda in advance of each subcommittee meeting. None of the other commissions have subcommittees. Ms. Olson suggested HRIEC seek some further direction from the Council during the joint meeting. The Commissioners discussed the logistics of the joint meeting with the Council on Monday and the priorities of the proposed discussion. It was decided not to present a list of accomplishments and events from the past year, but rather to focus on the expanded vision of an advising role and proactive issues and recommendations going forward. Discussion was held regarding how to notify Commission members about issues or events that need addressing, when the HRIEC meetings are only held once a month. It was suggested staff could forward applicable items to the Commission members. Ms. Olson advised that it could present a challenge to staff, when there are potentially hundreds of items that could fall under Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement. She noted the Council has been proactive in proceeding with GARE program to help staff see things through a racial lens when determining what needs to be brought before HRIEC and what does not. Commissioner Groff moved and Commissioner Peterson seconded a motion to present the Revised Action Plan to the City Council. Ms. Olson presented an email she received from a high school student about the Multicultural Festival, asking whether HRIEC would participate. She presented a second email regarding a community connector group, which has decided to remain an independent entity. Motion passed unanimously. Ms. Olson reported she will put together a staff report tomorrow morning, which will include the ordinance. Chair Holub asked for discussion on how to present to the Council at the joint meeting.