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Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission Minutes November 15, 2017—Draft Minutes Page 6 of 16 Commissioner Manke noted she had conversations with two Roseville residents who saw the joint meeting, and they felt the HRIEC was being scolded by the Council. Commissioner Dailey stated she felt like she was in defense mode and was being spoken down to. Ms. Olson stated the Council would like to have another joint meeting in the future, but a date has not been set. Chair Holub commented she believes it is up to them to decide what they are going to do and how the City Council may or may not be involved. b. Action Plan Next Steps Chair Holub requested feedback on how they proceed with next steps regarding the Action Plan. Commissioner Manke suggested they focus on the projects they feel were supported by the Council. They should have clear project plans and timelines for the essay contest, book read, Rosefest, and films before the next meeting. They should also consider including welcome materials, the open house, and photo project. Commissioner Carey inquired if they should move forward with these projects in the same way they have always been done, or use this time to do them differently now that they are a new Commission. Commissioner Manke suggested they provide a basic overview of each project, include how their core objectives fit in with each one and bring it back to the next HRIEC meeting for discussion. Commissioner Groff noted a human rights issue can also be a community engagement issue and each project should be looked at a little more broadly. He expressed concern that they could do all this work on these project plans and still have the Council say no. Commissioner Manke stated some of the projects have already been approved by the Council and she has some of the project plans completed that could be used as a template. Chair Holub suggested they begin each project with a large group discussion first and follow up with writing the project plan. She also suggested they create a timeline for the Council that shows when they can expect each of the project plans. There are some projects they will need Council approval on and others they can just do because they are included in the ordinance. This will also allow them to evaluate the projects that have done in the past and consider how they can be improved. Commissioner Dailey commented they should take an outcome based approach versus sharing every detail on how they are going to get there. They are a new Commission with a focus on equity and engagement, and they need to have a comprehensive review and lay a foundation on