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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04082021 REDI Commission AgendaIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the office of the City Clerk (951) 694-6444. Notification 48 hours prior to a meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to that meeting [28 CFR 35.102.35.104 ADA Title II]. AGENDA TEMECULA RACE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS 41000 MAIN STREET TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA APRIL 8, 2021- 6:00 PM IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THIS MEETING This meeting is being conducted utilizing teleconferencing and electronic means consistent with State of California Executive Order N-29-20, dated March 17, 2020, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. In accordance with the order, the public may not view the meeting in -person in the Council Chamber. The live stream of the meeting may be viewed on television and/or online. Details can be found at temeculaca.gov/tv. Submission of Public Comments: For those wishing to make public comments at the meeting, please submit your comments by email to be read aloud into the record at the meeting by the Secretary. Email comments must be submitted to erika.ramirez@temeculaca.gov. Email comments on matters not on the agenda must be received prior to the time the item for Public Comments is called. Email comments on agenda items must be received prior to the time Public Comments for the agenda item is called. All email comments shall be subject to the same rules as would otherwise govern public comments at an in -person meeting. Public Comments for this meeting may only be submitted via email. Comments via text and social media will not be accepted. Reading of Public Comments: The Secretary shall read all email comments, provided that the reading shall not exceed three (3) minutes, or such other time as the Commission may provide, consistent with the time limit for speakers at an in -person Commission meeting. The email comments shall become part of the meeting record. CALL TO ORDER: Chair Tiffany Baker FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Eric Faulkner ROLL CALL: Baker, Faulkner, Harris, Huerta, Pastorian, Steed, Wilson PRESENTATIONS Department Presentations by Community Development and Public Works Page 1 Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Agenda April 8, 2021 Commission PUBLIC COMMENT A total of 30 minutes is provided for members of the public to address the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission on items that appear on the Consent Calendar or a matter not listed on the agenda. Each speaker is limited to three minutes. For all Business items on the agenda, each speaker is limited to five minutes. For this meeting, public comments may be submitted and read into the record pursuant to the important notice provided at the top of this agenda. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and all will be enacted by one roll call vote. There will be no discussion of these items unless members of the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission request specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. 1. Approve Action Minutes of March 11, 2021 Recommendation: That the Commission approve the action minutes of March 11, 2021. Attachments RITCINFCC Action Minutes 2. Receive Status Update on the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative and Provide General Recommendations Regarding the Same Recommendation: That the Commission receive a status update on the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative adopted by the City Council and provide general recommendations regarding the same. Attachments: Agenda Report REDI Initiative COMMISSIONER REPORTS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission will be held on Thursday, May 13, 2021, at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 41000 Main Street, Temecula, California. Page 2 Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Agenda April 8, 2021 Commission NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC The full agenda packet (including staff reports, public closed session information, and any supplemental material available after the original posting of the agenda), distributed to a majority of the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission regarding any item on the agenda, will be available for public viewing in the main reception area of the Temecula Civic Center during normal business hours at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. The material will also be available on the City's website at TemeculaCA.gov. If you have questions regarding any item on the agenda, please contact the City Clerk's Department at (951) 694 6444. Page 3 Item No. 1 ACTION MINUTES TEMECULA RACE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS 41000 MAIN STREET TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA MARCH 11, 2021 - 6:00 PM IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THIS MEETING This meeting was conducted utilizing teleconferencing and electronic means consistent with State of California Executive Order N-29-20, dated March 17, 2020, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. In accordance with the order, the public may not view the meeting in -person in the Council Chamber. The live stream of the meeting may be viewed on television and/or online. Details can be found at temeculaca.gov/tv. Submission of Public Comments: For those wishing to make public comments at the meeting, please submit your comments by email to be read aloud into the record at the meeting by the Secretary. Email comments must be submitted to erika.ramirez@temeculaca.gov. Email comments on matters not on the agenda must be received prior to the time the item for Public Comments is called. Email comments on agenda items must be received prior to the time Public Comments for the agenda item is called. All email comments shall be subject to the same rules as would otherwise govern public comments at an in -person meeting. Public Comments for this meeting may only be submitted via email. Comments via text and social media will not be accepted. Reading of Public Comments: The Secretary shall read all email comments, provided that the reading shall not exceed three (3) minutes, or such other time as the Commission may provide, consistent with the time limit for speakers at an in -person Commission meeting. The email comments shall become part of the meeting record. CALL TO ORDER at 6:02 PM: Chair Tiffany Baker FLAG SALUTE: Chair Tiffany Baker ROLL CALL: Baker, Faulkner, Harris, Huerta, Pastorian, Steed, Wilson PRESENTATIONS Department Presentations by Human Resources, Information Technology and Support Services, and Community Services PUBLIC COMMENT The following individual(s) submitted an electronic comment on non-agendized item(s): • Cecilie Nelson CONSENT CALENDAR Unless otherwise indicated below, the following pertains to all items on the Consent Calendar. Approved the Staff Recommendation (7-0): Motion by Wilson, Second by Pastorian. The vote reflected unanimous approval. 1. Approve Action Minutes of February 11, 2021 Recommendation: That the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission approve the action minutes of February 11, 2021. BUSINESS 2. Receive and File Budget Engagement Session Recommendation: That the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission receive and file the budget engagement session and provide general recommendations regarding the same. Receive and file only, no actions. 3. Receive Presentation Regarding _ the Rebranding of Friendship Park and Provide Recommendations on the Interactive Mural Painting, Mosaic Mural, and Bench Designs Recommendation: That the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission receive a presentation regarding the rebranding of Friendship Park and provide recommendations on the interactive mural painting, mosaic mural, and bench designs. Received presentation and provided recommendations on interactive and mosaic mural and bench designs. COMMISSIONER REPORTS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT ADJOURNMENT At 11:17 PM, the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission meeting was formally adjourned to Thursday, April 8, 2021, at 6:00 PM, City Council Chambers, 41000 Main Street, Temecula, California. Tiffany Baker, Chair ATTEST: Randi Johl, Executive Director [SEAL] Item No. 2 CITY OF TEMECULA AGENDA REPORT TO: Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Commission FROM: Randi Johl, Executive Director DATE: April 8, 2021 SUBJECT: Receive Status Update on the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative and Provide General Recommendations Regarding the Same PREPARED BY: Randi Johl, Director of Legislative Affairs/City Clerk RECOMMENDATION: That the Commission receive a status update on the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative adopted by the City Council and provide general recommendations regarding the same. BACKGROUND: On July 14, 2020, the City Council approved its Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Initiative. The initiative is based broadly on the Race, Equity and Leadership (REAL) program offered through the National League of Cities. As a part of the workplan, the City Council approved items in three phases, related to ongoing education, communication, policy review, resolution adoption and the creation of a commission. The conceptual approval ensured that the important conversations and hard work around race, equity, diversity, and inclusion will continue well into the future in a sustainable and meaningful manner. The item before the REDI Commission tonight is to receive a status update on the initiative and provide general recommendations regarding the same. FISCAL IMPACT: None ATTACHMENTS: REDI Initiative M1 M-1 REDI INITIATIVE • Council Approval - 7/14/2020 • NLC's Race,. Equity and Leadership (REAL) Initiative • Core Principles 1. Normalize Conversation 2. Operationalize Action 3. Organize Sustainable Effort Phase One - Normalize Conversation City Council Engagement / Involvement 19 Each Council Member equally engaged and involved; Brown Act applies to internal and external meetings Resolution Supporting Unity and Racial Equity Public declaration supporting unity and denouncing hate and racism Professional Diversity/Equity Training (Internals WRRNXf1 PROGRESS Contract with NLC/other professional to provide diversity, inclusion, unconscious bias, race, equity training for Council / Directors / Commissions / Employees Professional Media Relations Training (internal) WRRNIX A PROGRESS Contract with professional firm to provide public communication and media training to City Council / Directors rN 2 Phase One - Normalize Conversation Communication with Law Enforcement (Initiall Conversations to understand existing RSO policies for hiring, training, community policing, and opportunities for improved communication Communication with Community (Initial) Opportunities for one-way listening and learning from community by attending educational events/meetings organized by community groups Diversity/Equity Board or Commission Creation of citizen commission to advise Council on matters of diversity, inclusion, race, equity, etc., similar too existing board and commissions 3 Phase Two - O erationalize Action Note: Contingent Upon Phase I Completion and/or COVID-19 Pandemic Conditions Professional Assistance for Community Dialogue Contract with NLC or other professional outlet to help facilitate conversations on diversity, inclusion, race and equity within the community Communication with Community (Ongoing) Opportunities for two-way dialogue between the City, law enforcement and community on topic of race, equity, diversity in small group gatherings, homeowners associations, coffee with council members in districts Communication with Law Enforcement (Ongoing) Ongoing conversations with RSO to build stronger community policing model based on overall needs of City, business community and residents; partnering with school district options 4 Phase Two - O erationalize Action City Council Protocol Manual Creation of Council Protocol Manual, similar to other cities, specialized for Temecula, for orientation, education and accountability purposes; content could include rules of decorum, code of ethics, standards for communication Citywide Policies and Programs Review of citywide policies and programs to determine opportunities for diversity and inclusion of underrepresented community populations rN 5 Phase Three - Organize Sustainable Effort Bud et Refreshed budget process with ability for additional public engagement utilizing new outreach methods, internal Council/department considerations for spending priorities based on service needs of underrepresented community populations Quality of Life Master Plan Addition of equity value to demonstrate City's long-term commitment to equity for all residents of the City 6 ELECTRONIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED FOR THE RECORD 1 Erika Ramirez From:Erika Ramirez Sent:Wednesday, April 7, 2021 9:20 AM To: Cc:Randi Johl Subject:RE: A Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission Agenda has been posted for April 8, 2021 Thank you for your email. It was received and will be read into the record at the next Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission meeting. Erika Ramirez, MMC Management Aide III City Clerk’s Office City of Temecula (951) 694-6407 erika.ramirez@TemeculaCA.gov 41000 Main St., Temecula, CA 92590 Please note that email correspondence with the City of Temecula, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. From: Sent: Tuesday, April 6, 2021 1:39 PM To: Erika Ramirez <erika.ramirez@temeculaca.gov>; Randi Johl <randi.johl@temeculaca.gov> Subject: Fwd: A Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission Agenda has been posted for April 8, 2021 This is a general comment for this coming April 8th diversity meeting as well as the upcoming Temecula City Council meeting to be read into the record. Critical Race theory is systemic racism based on a person’s skin color. It teaches that all white people are racist for being white. This is racism. It perpetuates hate and causes division. If white American people were systemically racist, then why have so many people immigrated here from all over the world? Critical Race Theory divides; it does not unite. Critical Race Theory is not based on common sense. Critical Race Theory believes dialogue is evil; without dialogue we have a totalitarian system. 2 Critical Race Theory is evil, against the law, and should be banned from schools, city hall, and all public requirements within the city. People that teach it are just bad people. Critical Race Theory is so hateful that it causes white kids to feel that something is wrong with them for just being white. This causes depression and suicide. To the mysterious PJ, who makes comments at these forums, why do you hide your name? You mentioned that I don’t live in the city, so therefore, I don’t have a voice. I do have connections with the city, however, as I am the president of the Murrieta Temecula Republican Assembly. Sincerely, Bob Kowell President, Murrieta Temecula Republican Assembly Having trouble viewing this email? Click here A Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission agenda has been posted for Thursday, April 8, 2021 Click here to visit the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission webpage to view the agenda IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THIS MEETING This meeting is being conducted utilizing teleconferencing and electronic means consistent with State of California Executive Order N-29-20 dated March 17, 2020, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. In accordance with this order, the public may view/listen to the meeting online at https://temeculaca.gov/tv and not in person at City Hall. This meeting is being conducted utilizing teleconferencing and electronic means consistent with State of 3 California Executive Order N-29-20, dated March 17, 2020, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. In accordance with the order, the public may not view the meeting in-person in the Council Chamber. The live stream of the meeting may be viewed on television and/or online. Details can be found at temeculaca.gov/tv. Submission of Public Comments: For those wishing to make public comments at the meeting, please submit your comments by email to be read aloud into the record at the meeting by the Secretary. Email comments must be submitted to erika.ramirez@temeculaca.gov. Email comments on matters not on the agenda must be received prior to the time the item for Public Comments is called. Email comments on agenda items must be received prior to the time Public Comments for the agenda item is called. All email comments shall be subject to the same rules as would otherwise govern public comments at an in-person meeting. Public Comments for this meeting may only be submitted via email. Comments via text and social media will not be accepted. Reading of Public Comments: The Secretary shall read all email comments, provided that the reading shall not exceed three (3) minutes, or such other time as the Commission may provide, consistent with the time limit for speakers at an in-person Commission meeting. The email comments shall become part of the meeting record. CITY OF TEMECULA, 41000 Main Street, Temecula, CA 92590 SafeUnsubscribe™ rickreiss6@aim.com Forward email | Update Profile | Customer Contact Data Notice Sent by news@cityoftemecula.org powered by Try email marketing for free today! 1 Erika Ramirez From:Erika Ramirez Sent:Wednesday, April 7, 2021 9:35 AM To:P J Subject:RE: REDI Commission Public Comment Thank you for your email. It was received and will be read into the record at the next Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission meeting. Erika Ramirez, MMC Management Aide III City Clerk’s Office City of Temecula (951) 694-6407 erika.ramirez@TemeculaCA.gov 41000 Main St., Temecula, CA 92590 Please note that email correspondence with the City of Temecula, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. From: P J < Sent: Tuesday, April 6, 2021 3:42 PM To: Erika Ramirez <erika.ramirez@temeculaca.gov> Subject: REDI Commission Public Comment Thank you, members of the REDI Commission, for allowing me time to speak. First, I would like to commend all of you for volunteering your time for service in our community — on a commission that is so crucial to the progression of our city and our community. I assume that each and every one of you are embarking on this journey with the right intentions and I wish you well in your work and truly hope you will open some eyes in this city. As we know, there were those that wanted to sabotage the commission and thus deny the diversity of thought and experiences from being discussed and promoted by this commission. There are those, like outside agitator Bob Kowell, who despite living in Murrieta, can’t mind his own business and feels compelled to criticize and deny the ambitions of this commission. This is a … person? … who fought tooth and nail to deny the existence of systemic racism or bias, bigotry or racism otherwise within our community. In his personal, all-white experience, he allegedly claimed that our community didn’t have an issue with racism, bias, or bigotry. But I think it comes from somewhere more experiential — and for that reason, I believe he disqualifies himself from commenting on issues of diversity. You see, Bob comes from a generation that failed. A generation that actively squashed diverse opinions, denied diverse peoples having a say in our communities and nationwide. 2 They took joy in it. As a part of that generation, his likely inaction, his likely unwillingness to stand up for his fellow man, no matter their color or nationality … well … that was par for the course. But Bob is getting older now, more frail, less able to defend himself or those he loves. Deep down, he wonders what will happen to the Great White Nation he once utilized for his own profit while denying certain segments of the population the same opportunities. He sees people engaging with different cultures, he sees people mingling and mixing and he sees progress among the people while they work toward creating a better society, city, nation, and world. And that scares Bob. But pay Bob no mind. He and his generation had their chance to destroy the social cancer that is racism and bigotry — and not only did they fail, but they also worked to promote it … just as he does today. Bob’s generation is leaving us, Bob’s generation failed our society. It is now our responsibility to work until we do what Bob and his brethren couldn’t do — the right thing. Our city is only as strong as its weakest, most vulnerable member. Thank goodness Bob lives in Murrieta. All my best, PJ in Temecula 1 Erika Ramirez From:Erika Ramirez Sent:Thursday, April 8, 2021 5:38 PM To:Julie Geary Cc:Randi Johl Subject:RE: public comment Thank you for your email. It was received and will be read into the record at the next Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission meeting. Erika Ramirez, MMC Management Aide III City of Temecula (951) 694-6407 erika.ramirez@TemeculaCA.gov TemeculaCA.gov Please note that email correspondence with the City of Temecula, along with attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and therefore may be subject to disclosure unless otherwise exempt. From: Julie Geary < Sent: Thursday, April 8, 2021 5:31 PM To: Erika Ramirez <erika.ramirez@temeculaca.gov> Subject: public comment Hello I'm Julie Geary and I have lived in the valley since 1997. I want to commend the important work that the REDI commission is doing in Temecula. I am so glad that you are all serving to make the city a better and more inclusive place for all in the community. What you are doing is not easy and may be fought with criticism from those who do not understand the importance and value that you are bringing to the city. We need you. You are here to uplift the voices and needs of the community that have been overlooked and under represented. Those that condemn your words and chastise your efforts have yet to see that the world is a better brighter place when we ALL have a seat at the table. Please keep speaking up if your voice shakes, please keep doing the work even though it is hard, ask tough questions, demand accountability and keep marching towards a bright future for Temecula, the city we love. And thank you for the work you are doing.