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Chair Delmore advised that the issue had been brought to her attention by a resident, Al Sands, questioning why all other City meetings were live, and why not the HRC. Commissioner Singleton suggested that making the meetings live would further the outreach goals indicated by Mayor Klausing, and make the HRC more visible to the community; however, cautioned recognizing sensitive subjects. No action. Residents Jim and Muoi Duhl, 2415 Lexington Avenue Chair Delmore recognized residents Jim and Muoi Duhl. Ms. Duhl sought assistance from the HRC related to an incident with a neighbor, police, and citation issued to Ms. Duhl for harassment and disorderly conduct. Mr. Duhl provided his interpretation of the incident, as well as ongoing issues between Muoi and the neighbor; concerns that the City's code enforcement personnel were not responsive to his concerns. Commissioner Venters provided several options outside the realm of HRC jurisdiction; and suggested that the issues be separated, as it appeared the Duhls may wish to pursue options to achieve resolution. Commissioner Singleton clarified that no one had been arrested; and reviewed the process for pursuing this type of complaint. Ms. Duhl expressed her fear and confusion, lack of understanding of how the situation had escalated to this point; waiting to be arrested, and reiterated issues from her point of view. Mr. Duhl noted the upcoming arraignment date; potential incarceration for each charge; and expressed his lack of trust in finding resolution by filing a complaint with the Police Department, saying the officer issuing the citation had been in error and expressed his lack of trust in the court system. Chair Delmore thanked Mr. and Mrs. Duhl for bringing information to the HRC. Commissioner Singleton advised Mr. and Mrs. Duhl that the HRC would get back to Mrs. Duhl. Commissioner Venters suggested the Duhls seek outside legal counsel. After a brief review of the situation, Commissioners concurred that the Duhls be referred to the written complaint process with City Manager Malinen to research availability ofinediation services in the area.