10.31.2018 City Council Work Session Minutes

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2. WORK SESSION: Human Rights Commission FY2019 Work Plan and FY2018 Annual Report Human Rights and Equity Analyst Katie Babits and Human Rights Commissioner Ela Kubok presented highlights from the commission's FY2019 Work Plan and FY2018 Annual Report. Council Discussion • The council greatly appreciates the efforts of the volunteer commissioners and support staff. • The work of the commission is difficult and critically important to the well-being of the community. • The Marginalized Voices report is excellent; format and content of other commission reports is very effective. • More frequent contact between the commission and City Council is needed. • Current events and political atmosphere make reports on hate and bias crimes essential. • Community members are more concerned than ever about personal safety; proactive measures to promote zero tolerance for hate speech and actions needed. MOTION AND VOTE: Councilor Semple, seconded by CouncilorSyrett, moved to approve the Human Rights Commission FY2019 work plan. PASSED: 5:0. 3. WORK SESSION: Annual Report from Police Commission Police Commission Chair Bill Whalen and Vice Chair Scott Nowicki presented the Police Commission's Annual Report. Council Discussion • Work of the commission is critically important; the group has re-engaged around its core mission and is making progress on key issues such as the department's taser and excessive force policies. • The Police Commission provides a way for the community to be involved in developing, reviewing, and changing policies around police services. • The format of the annual report is helpful to readers. The meeting adjourned at 1:02 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ,6aA J.U� Beth Forrest City Recorder Link to the webcast of this City Council meeting: here. MINUTES — Eugene City Council October 31, 2018 Page 2 Work Session