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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-18-2014 Human Rights Commission—'IOWA CITYP9JMAR9 RIGHYS _- ICO;4MISS10A 51 Years of Advancing Equality 1963-2014 AGENDA CITY OF IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION HELLING CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL March 18, 2014 6:00 P.M. 1. Call Meeting to Order/ Roll Call 2. Approval of Minutes from the February 18, 2014 Meeting 3. Public Comment of Items Not on the Agenda 4. New Business: a. Funding Request: i. Juneteenth 2014 ii. Night of 1000 Dinners iii. Pride 2014 5. Old Business: a. Municipal Identification Cards b. Youth Awards 2014 6. Subcommittee Reports: a. International Students (Olmstead, Cohen, Relish, Townsend ) b. Racial/Ethnic Equity Roundtable (Cohen, Townsend) c. Breakfast d. Education (Relish, Olmstead, Coulter, Amos) i. Diversity Policy ii. Individualized Education Programs e. Building Communities (Townsend) i. Housing Choice Voucher Program f University of Iowa Center for Human Rights (Ghoneim, Olmstead) 7. Reports of Commission 8. Reports of Staff 9. Set Next Regular Meeting for April 15, 2014 at 6 p.m. 10. Adjourn The Iowa City Human Rights Commission meetings follow the Iowa City Community School District closings for inclement weather except for early dismissals for heat. Minutes Human Rights Commission February 18, 2014 — 6 P.M. Helling Conference Room PRELIMINARY Members Present: Harry Olmstead, Orville Townsend Sr., Ali Ahmed, Paul Retish, Joe Coulter, Andrea Cohen, Jewell Amos, Kim Hanrahan, Shams Ghoneim. Staff Present: Stefanie Bowers. Call to Order: Olmstead called the meeting to order at 18:00. Consideration of the Minutes from the January 21, 2014 Meeting: Moved by Coulter, seconded by Townsend Motion passed 7-0. (Harahan and Ahmed not present). Meeting Business: Municipal Identification Cards Commissioners expressed concern for fraudulent abuse of the ID card specifically whether it would be easy for someone to receive an ID card by providing a false name and also whether the ID card would put undocumented persons at risk. Townsend believes there are pros and cons but that the benefits outweigh the risks. Townsend would suggest reevaluating the program each year with public input. Coulter and Harahan pointed out that most of the concerns are addressed in the report (An Iowa City Community Identification Card: A Report for the City of Iowa City on the Feasibility of Implementing a Community Identification Card Program). The Commission agreed to wait and see what the Council will do based on the memo by staff and the above mentioned report. Cohen inquired into the number of undocumented persons in the community. Amos is concerned that if the ID comes with the ability to be used as an ATM or credit card that she would have security concerns of persons personal bank account information being leaked or hacked. Establishing a Policy for Funding Request to Commission Retish moved, seconded by Townsend that the Commission establishes the following policy for requests for donations. The Iowa City Human Rights Commission can donate funds to organizations and agency [sic] that collaborate with the Iowa City Human Rights Commission in providing such things as organizing and facilitating educational public forums or Planning [sic] programs and activities designed to eliminate racial, religious, cultural and other intergroup tensions including but not limited to sex, color, creed, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age and national origin. Motion passes 7-0. (Coulter and Amos abstained). Subcommittee Reports: International Students Olmstead reports the subcommittee has not met. Racial/Ethnic Equity Roundtable Cohen reports that there will be a webinar by a representative of the Racial Equity Tools in Washington, to learn how to create community changes in the near future. Breakfast Ahmed reports that the Sheraton has corresponded (to the Center for Worker Justice) regarding the complaint of nonpayment to past employees of the Sheraton and has paid some of them but refuses to pay three of the former employees. The Commission is considering changing the venue for the next breakfast because of this situation however it was also noted that the Commission would need to consider employment practices for any other future venue for the breakfast as well. Education Relish has been doing research into redistricting and the racial composition of children in special education classes. The School District has provided Retish with some statistics but Retish feels the statistics are not clear or specific. Retish intends to continue investigating and requests the help of the other committee members. Building Communities Steve Rackis, Director of the Iowa City Housing Authority will add language in its literature (Who We Are & What We Do) that explains that the Housing Authority has its own investigative process for allegations of misconduct for participants of the program. Townsend will follow up with Steve in the near future. UI Center for Human Rights Ghoneim reports that the agenda for the workshop scheduled for 03/07/14 and 03/08/14 has been sent out and invites all to attend. The Advisory Board will meet in April. Job Fair Retish reports that it will be difficult to continue with the job fair due to the large amount of work and lack of volunteers. Commission Ghoneim was asked by the ACLU of Iowa if there is anything they can do or contribute regarding Municipal IDs. Staff The Youth Awards will be held on 05/14/14 at the Englert Theater. Adjournment: 19:42 Retish moves to adjourn, Coulter seconded. Motion passed 7 — 0. (Olmstead and Amos not present). Next Regular Meeting — March 18, 2014 at 6 pm. Human Rights Commission ATTENDANCE RECORD YEAR 2013/2014 (Meeting Date) NAME TERM EXP. 2/19/ 13 3/19/ 13 4116 113 5/21 113 6/18/ 13 7/16/ 13 8/20/ 13 9/17/ 13 10/15/ 13 11/19/ 13 12/17/ 13 1/21/ 14 2/18/ 14 Diane Finnerty 1/l/14 X X O/E X X X X X O/E X X - - Ali Ahmed l/l/17 - - - - - - _ _ _ _ _ X X Orville Townsend, Sr. 1/1/17 X x X X X X X X X X X X X Paul Retish 1/1/17 - - - - _ _ _ _ X X X X X Dan Tallon 1/1/14 X O/E X X X O/E R R R 11 R R R Kim Hanrahan 111115 X X O/E X X X X X X O/E X X X Shams Ghoneim 111115 X X X O/E X O/E X X X X X O/E X Jessie Harper 111115 X X R R R R R R R R R R R Jewell Amos 111115 - - - - - X X X X O/E X X X Katie Anthony l/l/16 X X X R R R R R R R R R Joe,D. Coulter 1/1/16 X X X X X O/E X X X X X X X Harry, Olmstead l/l/16 X X X X X X X X X X X X X Andrea Cohen 1/1/16 - - - - - - O/E X X X X X X Connie Goeb 1/1/13 Howard Cowen l/l/13 David B. Brown 1/l/14 R R R R R R R R R R R R R Henri Harper 1/l/14 R R R R R R R R R R R R R KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E= Absent/Excused .... NM = No meeting -- = No longer a member R = Resignation Corresponds with Agenda Item 4a Policy for Funding Request to Commission The Iowa City Human Rights Commission can donate funds to organizations and agencies that collaborate with the Iowa City Human Rights Commission in providing such things as organizing and facilitating educational public forums or Planning [sic] programs and activities designed to eliminate racial, religious, cultural and other intergroup tensions including but not limited to sex, color, creed, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age and national origin. Corresponds with Agenda Item 4ai Stefanie Bowers From: LaTasha Massey <Imassey@co Johnson.ia.us> Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2014 9:23 AM To: Stefanie Bowers Subject: RE: Juneteenth Attachments: Sponsorship Letter 2014.doc Hi Stefanie, I was wondering if you could share this sponsorship letter with the Human Rights Commissioners to see if they would be willing to sponsor the 2014 Iowa City Area Juneteenth event. I think it would be a great place to share information about the commission as well as the new changes with the Human Rights office and how complaints work. If that is not feasible it would be great if some of the commissioners would be willing to volunteer to help at the event with things such as the Sweet Potato Pie contest as a judge or at the information table. Attached you will find our sponsorship letter and donation form. Our funds are really low this year so anything would be appreciated. Thank you for your time, LaTasha DeLoach, LMSW Community Projects Specialist Johnson County Social Services 855 S. Dubuque St. Ste 202B Iowa City, IA 52240 Office, 319.856,6090 Direct, 319,688.5708 Juneteenth- June 14, 2014! Mercer Park, Iowa City From: Stefanie Bowers [mailto:Stefanie-Bowers@iowa-city.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2014 8:11 AM To: LaTasha Massey Subject: RE: Juneteenth LaTasha, Hello. No I have not received anything. Stefanie From: LaTasha Massey rmaiito:imassey(aco.johnson.ia.usl Sent: Friday, February 14, 2014 11:00 AM To: Stefanie Bowers Subject: ]uneteenth Hey Stefanie, Did I ever send you the information about sponsorship from the commissioners? If not, let me know and I will send it over right away. Thanks, LaTasha 2 LaTasha Massey, Iowa City Area Juneteenth Coordinator Johnson County Social Service Dept. Phone: 319.688.5708 E: hnassey@co.johnson.ia.us Dear Community Member/Business Owner/Organization: Last year our Johnson County Juneteenth Committee planned and executed the historical third Juneteenth Celebration in Johnson County and we were fortunate to be sponsored by the Iowa Department of Human Services, Community Partnership for Protecting Children, Diversity Focus, UI African American Council as well as other in -kind donations from community organizations. Juneteenth is a historical community event that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Last year was the second time Juneteenth has ever been celebrated in Iowa City, IA. There was an amazing turnout of over 250 people and we plan to keep the celebration going for years to come and we would like you to be apart of this annual celebration. When you have time, please check out photos from our first year's celebration at: hftr)://www.daliviowan.com/slideshow/627mune/index.htmi Juneteenth will be celebrated this year on June14, 2013 from 12pm-4pm at Mercer Park in Iowa City, IA. We will be providing free food, entertainment, games, prizes, a health fair and much more! The event is free to the public and we have already been hearing a buzz about families attending the event again this year! We would like you to be a sponsor for the Juneteenth Celebration this year because: • Great marketing opportunity • Give back to the community • Tax-deductible • Community education about a historical event • Brings the community together to have fun and meet their neighbors! You can sponsor Juneteenth through monetary or in -kind donations. On the following page, you will see the sponsorship as well as a list of the different sponsorship packages! Thank you for your consideration of being a sponsor of the Juneteenth Celebration! If you have any questions, please call LaTasha Massey at 319-688-5708 or email at ImassevAco. ioh nson. ia. us. Thank you for your consideration of sponsoring the Juneteenth Celebration! LaTasha Massey Johnson County Hunan Services 0 855 S Dubuque Street Suite 202B. • Iowa City, IA 52240 • Phone (319)356-6090 0 Fax (319)688-5711 Juneteenth Celebration Sponsorship Form Company/Organization Name Contact Name E-mail Address City State Zip Code Phone Number Sponsorship Level — Please check only one. "Please see page three for descriptions of packages { } Platinum Sponsor $800 and above { } Gold Sponsor $450-$799 { } Silver Sponsor $250-$449 { } Bronze Sponsor $249 or less How will you be donating? { } Monetary donation { } In -kind donation For in -kind donations, here is a example list of possible items. Please check all items you will be donating, the number of items and their cash value. Promotional Items Tables/Chairs Table Settings Gift Cards/Door prizes for games Food Beverages Bouncy House for children ($150 value from Big Ten Rental) Johnson County Human Services 0 855 S Dubuque Street Suite 202B. 0 Iowa City, 1A 52240 • Phone (319)356-6090 • Fax (319)688-5711 Please return the sponsorship form along with your business card or logo and sponsorship check to: Please make checks payable to "Johnson County Social Services" LaTasha Massey Johnson County Social Services 855 S. Dubuque St. Ste 202B Iowa City, IA 52240 If you have any questions, please call LaTasha Massey at 319-688-5708 or email at Imassey co.iohnson.ia.u; . Juneteenth Sponsorship Packages Platinum Sponsorship: $801 or above in monetary or in -kind donation 4 Gift of appreciation, business logo on event t-shirt, business name included in press releases, name announced at event and certificate of sponsorship Gold Sponsorship: $451-$800 in monetary or in -kind donation Business logo on event t-shirt, business name included in press releases, name announced at event and certificate of sponsorship Silver Sponsorship: $251-$450 in monetary or in -kind donation el� Business name included in press releases, name announced at event and certificate of sponsorship Bronze Sponsorship: $250 or less in monetary or in -kind donation -� Name announced at event, certificate of sponsorship Johnson County Human Services 0 855 S Dubuque Street Suite 202B. 0 Iowa City, IA 52240 0 Phone (319)356fi090 4 Fax (319)6885711 Corresponds with Agenda Item 4aii i Iowa United Nations Association -7290 wa 20 East Market Street owa City. IA 52240 www.unolowa.org www.unaiowa.org RE: Iowa UNA Night of 1000 Dinners Dear Iowa City Human Rights Commission, The Iowa United Nations Association would like to invite you to once again co-sponsor the annual Night of 1.000 Dinners! This event seeks to raise awareness and support for the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women and Iowa UNA. This year, the event will be held on Thursday, March 6 in Old Brick at 6pm. Last year, over 200 community members attended the program marking our largest crowd yet. We would like to invite your organization to join the International Women's Day celebration by becoming a co-sponsor. An organization sponsorship is a donation of a large serving of food or $100 toward event costs. Leftover funds will support the U.N. Trust Fund to End Violence against Women and Girls. We will provide vendor tables for the cosponsors to display literature at the event. Due to limited space, table displays will be honored in the order we receive cosponsorships. The program will include dinner, musical entertainment, a silent auction, great company and a guest speaker through our national speaker bureau. Proceeds from the silent art auction will go directly to UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women. Ticket prices are $5 in advance for students and $10 at the door. Community member costs are $20 advance and $25 at the door. This year, we are giving cosponsoring organizations the chance to purchase entire tables at discounted rates! For just $96, an organization can reserve eight seats marking a discount of up to $124 per table! For a limited number of groups, we can reserve half -tables (four seats for $48) to be shared with another local organization. Please let us know by March 1 if you intend to cosponsor this year. For additional information or to reserve an entire table, please contact 319-337-7290 or yashar@unaiowa.org Thank you for your support of this important event that empowers women in conflict and disaster zones spanning three continents. We look forward to seeing you on March 6! Sincerely yours, Yashar Vasef Executive Director Yashar Vasef • Executive Director I Bob Thomas • Board President I William R. Shuttleworth • General Chairman wa una Iowa United Nations Assoclatlon Night of 1,000 Dinners Co -Sponsorship Form IOWA CITY AND THE UNITED NATIONS IN CELEBRATION OF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY Old Brick Church 20 East Market Street Iowa City, Iowa March 6th, 2014 6:00 p.m. Please mail this form and your $100.00 co-sponsorship to: 20 East Market Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240. Checks should be made payable to the Iowa United Nations Association. questions? Please call 319.337.7290 or e-mail robin@unoiowa.org. Name of Co Sponsor: Address: Telephone: E-mail: Please note if table space is requested for vendoring: Name of attending representative: For a globally engaged Iowa ... Support Iowa UNA 20 East Market St • 319-337-7290 • Iowa City, IA 52245 • www.lowauna.org • Iowa United Nations Association Corresponds with Agenda Item 4aiii HumanRights From: Sent: Subject: Attachments: Hey Friends! Jewell Amos <jewellamos@gmail.com> Monday, February 24, 2014 12:00 PM Iowa City Pride/save the datel 2014 parade form.docx; 2014 vendor Form.docx I know that I am really early, but I wanted to invite you to our 2014 Pride Festival on June 21 st from noon to 5pm. I've attached a copy of our parade form and vendor form. It is free to participate in our parade. We use the form mostly so we can invite you back next year. I will send out another reminder when we are closer to the date. Thanks and Save the Date on your calendar! Jewell Amos, Chair Iowa City Pride 319-931-1092 Iowa City Pride C/o WRAC 130 N. Madison St. Iowa City, Iowa 52245 www.iowacitypride.com Iowa City Pride 2014 Iowsity �ra ,.. Vendor Application Form The Iowa City 2014 Festival will take place on Saturday, June 21, in Downtown Iowa City on the Pedestrian Mall, from approximately 12 PM to 5 PM. Vendor setup starts at 10 AM. (Earlier setup is possible, but may require you to help.) Completed forms and payment may be submitted by June 15, 2014 to: via postal mail: via e-mail: Iowa City Pride c/o WRAC 130 N. Madison St Iowa City, IA 52242 send to Jewell at icpridevendor@gmail.com Vendor Application Form ORGANIZATION INFORMATION Organization Name: Contact Name: Organization Address, City, State, Zip: Contact Phone: Contact E-mail: Brief description of items for sale or distribution: REQUESTED SPACE INFORMATION Each space is 1o' x Wand includes one 3' x 6'table with two chairs. City Cost ReservationType Total table rental due: $5o Not -For -Profit Organizations $too For -Profit Organizations $to Iowa City Pride Logo Special (see below) Iowa City Pride Logo Special: $to table if you provide free give-aways incorporating the Iowa City Pride Logo. To qualify you need to provide a minimum Of zoo units of the item you choose. Form must be received by June 15th Any questions please contact our vendor coordinator Jewell at icpridevendor@gmail.com for approval and to obtain the Iowa City Pride Logo. Please include a brief description of the item you plan to provide: Other accommodations requested (no guarantees): Signature: Date: Iowa City Pride 2014 • Parade Application Form The Iowa City 2014 Parade will take place on Saturday, June zt, starting at College Green Park at 12 noon. Check-in/line-up will begin at tt a.m. Registration for the Pride Parade is non-competitive, free and open to the public. It's okay to walk with dogs. If you are bringing horses; we need to know by May it for insurance purposes. Completed forms to: via postal mail: Iowa City Pride via e-mail: to jewellamos@gmall.com c/o WRAC 130 N. Madison St Iowa City, IA 52242 Please fill out this form, or email me. We use this information only to invite you for the next year. I ORGANIZATION INFORMATION Organization name: I contact name: Organization address, City, State, Zip: I Date: I Contact e-mail: I I BRIEF DISCRIPTION OF PARTICIPATION (ex. marchers, float. car) Corresponds with Agenda Item 5a �� CITY OF IOWA CITYft 4 _®1�� MEMORANDUM - Date: February 25, 2014 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Council Work Session, February 18, 2014, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall Council: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims (5:06), Payne, Throgmorton UISG: Bramel Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Andrew, Dulek, Fosse, Bollinger, Kopping, Davidson, Bockenstedt, Long, Clark, Moran, Morris, Steffen, Frank, Bailey A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website. Mayor Hayek announced that Council would be moving up the Gilbert Court / Highland Court discussion to the front of the agenda to allow officers from the Police Department to attend another function later in the evening. STATUS / UPDATE OF NEIGHBORHOOD ISSUES ON GILBERT COURT / HIGHLAND COURT 0123 of 2113) Neighborhood Services Coordinator Bollinger reviewed the memo. Cassie Foxen, Salvation Army Social Worker present for discussion. PCD Dir. Davidson responded to questions. Majority of Council requested another staff update in three months. ACTION: Scheduled staff update in summer 2014 and added to pending list. (Bollinger) QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 1. (Consent Calendar # 5f(5) — Josh Eklow correspondence ... war on drugs) In response to Council Member Throgmorton, City Manager Markus and City Atty. Dilkes clarified that the City Council could not direct the Police Chief to exercise discretion with regard to arresting people for possession of marijuana but Council could direct the City Manager to direct the Police Chief. After discussion a majority agreed to add discussion of a city related marijuana policies and potential legislative advocacy positions to the pending list. 2. (Agenda item # 12 — Merger of Planning & Community Development and Housing and Inspection Services Departments ...) City Manager Markus responded to questions and stated the streamlining would improve communications. 3. (Item # 13 — Revisions to taxicab regulations ... ordinance ...) City Clerk Karr reviewed the ordinance and responded to questions. Staff will report back, on the Council interest to continue to regulate destination rates and to require businesses to remain open 24/7. 4. (Item # 16 — Metacommunications Economic Development Grant..... ) Council Member Throgmorton indicated he would hold questions until the formal meeting. Council Work Session February 18, 2014 Page 2 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS r# 181 Airport Commission - reappoint Christine Ogren Civil Service Commission - reappoint Lyra Dickerson Historic Preservation Commission for a Northside representative - reappoint Thomas Agran Public Art Advisory Committee — appoint Elizabeth Marilla Pusack Charter Review Commission — Mayor Hayek noted the handout from City Clerk Karr showing the results of each Council Member providing nine names for membership to the Charter Review Commission and her totals. The results netted nine applicants (5 males, and 4 females) each receiving four or more votes. Council agreed to appoint Steve Atkins, Andy Chappell (chair), Kane Craig, Karen Kubby, Mark Schantz, Melvin Shaw, Anna Moyers Stone, Adam Sullivan, and Dee Vanderhoef. Council Members discussed the make-up of the Committee and directed staff to clarify language that the non-resident of Iowa City should be residents of Johnson County. Individual Council Members discussed the proposed language to include one Council Member, and a majority agreed to retain the language. Mayor Hayek stated he had been asked to move up this item (#17) on the agenda and would entertain a motion to do so right after the Planning & Zoning matters on the formal agenda. INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION rJanuary 23, 30: February 6,131 January 23 1. (IP4 — Memo from Human Rights Coordinator ... Municipal Identification Cards) In response to Council Member Throgmorton, Council agreed to refer the matter to the Human Rights Commission for a recommendation. January 30 1. (IP4 — Mayor response ..... request (from County) for joint meeting) In response to Council Member Botchway, majority indicated they agreed with the response. After discussion, the Mayor will follow up by calling Board of Supervisors Chair Neuzil. [Council recessed 6:40 PM; returned to work session after formal meeting 10:03 PM] February 6 1. (IP5 — Memo from City Clerk schedule: February 19 — Payne February 26 - Dickens March 5 — Hayek March 12 — Throgmorton March 19 — Dobyns March 26 - Botchway KXIC Radio Show) Council aareed to the following February 13 1. (IP11 Draftminutes .... Housing and Community Development Commission) Council Member Throgmorton noted the minutes went into detail on Aid to Agencies funding applications and the need for a network map of social services and non -profits in the community. Mayor Pro tem Mims echoed the comments and stated it would be helpful for the Senior Services Committee work as well. Staff will follow up. -a.YN.rr- Corresponds with Agenda Item 5a Marian Karr From: Center for Worker Justice <info@cwjiowa.org> Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 5:58 PM To: Council Cc: centerforworkerjustioe@gmail.com; Misty Rebik Subject: Community ID Program Attachments: CWJ Community ID Position.pdf Dear Iowa City City Council, After many conversations with immigrant and low -wage workers in the last few months, and after the release of the report produced by the University of Iowa Law Students, CWJ released its position on the Community ID Program last week. CWJ leaders participated in the report by assisting in collecting 233 surveys in just two weeks, were 90 % of the respondents showed they would use a community ID card. We are excited to see the report was embraced by the Iowa City Human Rights Commission, and today the Press -Citizen endorsed the idea of a community ID program here. Please find attached to this email our official statement on the Community ID Program. Please include our statement in any packets addressed to the City Council for future work/public meetings. We look forward to continuing conversations about how our community can make a Community ID program possible. Sincerely, Misty Rebik Misty Rebik Executive Director Center for Worker Justice (319)594-7593 misty@cwiiowa.org Follow us on Facebook: www.fambook.com/centerforworkerjusticeofeasterniowa Board of Directors All Ahmed Bahhit Bakhit Maria Cadma Jesse Case Robin Clark -Bennett Diane Finnerty Fanai Galida Sergio Irund A -Wan Charlie Eastham Marcelo Marquez Father Rudy Juarez Izre Bayed Scut Smith .Jennifer Me Mazahir Salih Executive Director Misty Rebik CENTER FOR WORKER JUSTICE OF EASTERN IOWA 940 S. Gilbert Court, Iowa City, lom SM40 (319) 594-7593 :: info@cwjimm.org Tuesday, February 4, 2014 CWJ strongly supports creation of a Community ID program The Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa (CWJ) applauds the Community Identification Card report released on January 23rd by the City of Iowa City, and prepared by Erin Fleck and Jordan Moody. The report provides a comprehensive analysis that we feel clearly establishes the legality, feasibility, and benefit of establishing a community Identification card program. Many members of our community lack an official, locally -recognized identification card. It's a serious barrier that contributes to an array of related problems. Victims and witnesses of crime are reluctant to call police, because without an ID, a routine interaction can escalate into arrests or deportations. Residents without IDs are excluded from local services and economic activity: banks require specific forms of ID to open accounts; pharmacies require IN for some cold and allergy medicines; some retail stores ask to see IN to verify credit card ownership. Furthermore, immigrants are often reluctant to produce foreign IDs, for fear of discriminatory treatment. We believe this program will directly improve the lives of thousands of members of our community who lack locally -recognized IDs, and create a safer, more inclusive community for all its residents. Our Specific Recommendations for an Effective Program Based on our analysis of the report and discussions with our low -wage and immigrant members, we believe an effective ID program should meet the following criteria: • Formally recognized by law enforcement as a valid form of ID. • Can be used to access public facilities and services, such as libraries, recreation center programs, and visitors' hours at the county jail. • Includes an education and outreach plan to encourage local banks and retailers in our community to accept the ID. • Is secure and accessible. Requires enough proof of identity and residency to protect the integrity of the program, without being too restrictive. • Protects the cardholder's information. Should maintain limited cardholder information on file, and should not ask for immigration -related information. • Must promote access, not create new barriers. CWJ opposes efforts to require IDs in local schools or recreation facilities, which will inevitably exclude some parents and youth from essential community services. After careful consideration, we recommend the establishment of a local government - issued ID. It is very important to our members that the ID is broadly accepted as an official form of identification, and maximizes access to community services. We feel 6 city or county issued ID would be preferable to an ID issued by a private organization. Board of Directors All Ahmed Bahhit Bahhit Maria Cochua true One Robin ClarlrBennett Diane Finnerty Fanai Galicia Sergio Inmd A -Wan Chadle Easthom Marcelo Marquez Father Rudy Juarez Izze Sayed Scott Smith Jennifer Me Mozahir Sallh Executive Director Misty Rebih CENTER FOR WORKER JUSTICE OF EASTERN IOWA 940 S. Gilbert Court, Iowa city, Iowa 52240 (319) 594-7593 :: info@cwjlowa.org February 11, 2014 Dear Iowa City City Council, The Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa (CWJ) applauds the Community Identification Card report released on January 23rd by the City of Iowa City, and prepared by Erin Fleck and Jordan Moody. The report provides a comprehensive analysis that we feel clearly establishes the legality, feasibility, and benefit of establishing a community identification card program. Please find attached several letters from immigrant and low - wage workers who support a government -issues community ID program. As you will read in the letters, many members of our community lack an official, locally - recognized identification card. It's a serious barrier that contributes to an array of related problems. Victims and witnesses of crime are reluctant to call police, because without an ID, a routine interaction can escalate into arrests or deportations. Residents without IDs are excluded from local services and economic activity: banks require specific forms of ID to open accounts; pharmacies require IDs for some cold and allergy medicines; some retail stores ask to see IDs to verify credit card ownership. Furthermore, immigrants are often reluctant to produce foreign IDs, for fear of discriminatory treatment. We believe this program will directly improve the lives of thousands of members of our community who lack locally -recognized IDs, and create a safer, more inclusive community for all its residents. M Based on our analysis of the report and discussions with our low -wage and immigrant members, we believe an effective ID program should meet the following criteria: • Formally recognized bylaw enforcement as a valid form of ID. • Can be used to access public facilities and services, such as libraries, recreation center programs, and visitors' hours at the county jail. • Includes an education and outreach plan to encourage local banks and retailers in our community to accept the ID. if- • Is secure and accessible. Requires enough proof of identity and residency to protect the integrity of the program, without being too restrictive. 0 • Protects the cardholder's information. Should maintain limited cardholde? information on file, and should not ask for immigration -related information. • Must promote access, not create new barriers. 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Y> 4(�C LUSA-t av)� -S-L4 r e. rCtC Ta 1 is ter g� 4o- .�:;0 � zs . I ate, C� � o. �, ( � saa9 Corresponds with Agenda Item 5a Stefanie Bowers From: Diane Finnerty <dianefinnerty2013@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2014 5:05 PM To: Stefanie Bowers Cc: Misty Rebik; Ali Ahmed Subject: ICHRC Packets for 3/18/14 Meeting Attachments: CommunitylD-FAQ-Final.pdf; IdentifyMe-2-7-14.pdf Dear Stefanie, I understand that a discussion of the proposed "Community Identification Card" will be on the ICHRC's agenda for its next meeting on 3/18/14. In preparation for that discussion, would you please include the attached Community ID FAQ and Pledge form in the ICHRC Commissioner packets? The following PC article, "Group touts benefits of community ID program," featuring a video, might also be of interest: bgp://www.press-citizen.com/article/20140310/NEWSOI/303100022/Group-touts-benefits- community-ID-pro ram A member of the Center for Worker Justice will attend the meeting to share more information about the program and discuss any questions the Commissioners might have. Thanks! Diane Finnerty A Project of the Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa "Identify Me" Community ID Project - Frequently Asked Questions - What is a Community ID? A community ID is a locally -issued form of photo identification, available to all residents, that is recognized by local law enforcement, business, public agencies, etc., as a valid form of identification. Who would benefit from a Community ID? It directly helps people who currently lack locally -recognized IDs, which is most common among: immigrants, seniors who no longer drive, people who are homeless, victims of domestic violence, people in poverty, victims of natural disasters like floods and fires, and youth. It indirectly helps everyone in the community, by building a more integrated, safer community in which all residents can participate more fully. Where and how might a person use a Community ID? Police interactions: The ability of a person to provide a valid, recognized ID is essential in police interactions. People who lack locally -recognized IDs report that they are reluctant to call police, even when they are victims or witnesses of a crime. After running its community ID program for five years, New Haven reported a significant increase in crime reporting and a drop in crimes committed. City and County services: Many of us take for granted the use of our state -issued driver's license to access public services like the library, recreation center, jail visitation. Community ID programs usually integrate these and other civic services into the functionality of the card. For example, in some cities residents can also load money onto the card to pay for bus service and public parking. • Pharmacies and Retail Stores: People are often asked to verify identity when using credit cards, or for certain purchases such as medications. Removing barriers to local economic activity is good for our economy. In San Francisco, some businesses provide discounts to community ID cardholders, to encourage them to shop locally. • Banks: People must verify identity to set up accounts and cash checks. Without a valid photo ID, residents too often turn to check cashing business that charge large fees or resort to a cash economy that makes people more vulnerable to theft. Sense of Belonging: Many people in our community have valid identifications from their countries of origin or an international institution, but those forms of ID are not recognized locally. Subtle and blatant discrimination can occur when showing a foreign ID. What can Community IDs not be used for? Community IDs will not function as a form of ID where federal law sets requirements — such as for entering a federal building, boarding an airplane under federal regulation, verifying employment eligibility, or voting. • Community IDs are not valid as driver's licenses • Community IDs are not in any way related to proposals that would require IDs in order to access schools or recreation centers, or to vote. Voluntary community IDs are designed to include more people in the life of a community; mandatory ID programs have the impact of excluding people. Do other communities offer Community IDs? • New Haven, Connecticut • San Francisco, California • Oakland, California • Richmond, California • Mercer County, New Jersey What agency would issue these Community IDs in Iowa City/Johnson County? Community IDs are issued by various agencies in existing programs around the U.S. The Center for Worker Justice (CWJ) believes that the best approach in our community would be an ID card administered by Johnson County, and officially recognized by the cities in its jurisdiction. The county boundary is important because many low-income people move frequently among the cities in Johnson County and many trailer parks lie outside city boundaries. CWJ also believes it is important that a local government body issue the ID, so that it will be widely recognized as valid by public and private entities. How much would it cost for Johnson County to implement the program? The cost of the program varies widely from community to community. The initial start-up cost and ongoing program costs are offset by charging a small fee for each ID. Will the information about cardholders be kept safe and confidential? Safeguarding cardholders' private information will be an important priority for this program. Other communities with existing ID programs have addressed this issue by keeping only minimal information about cardholders on file (e.g., name, address, date of birth, issuance date). Furthermore, a recent legal analysis prepared for Iowa City concluded that the federal government cannot compel a local government entity to share cardholders' personal information, and that this information would be also protected under Iowa's open records laws. What kinds of documents are required to receive the ID? Each community with an established ID program has developed a list of documents that can be used to prove identity and community residence, in order to receive an ID. The kinds of documents accepted in the New Haven and San Francisco programs include, for example: • Identity Documents: Passport, U.S. driver's license or state ID, green card, consular ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, foreign driver's license, military identification, visa, Individual Tax ID Number card or letter, school ID, foreign national ID, voter ID. • Residence Documents: Utility bill, property tax statement, mortgage receipt, bank statement, pay check/paystub, rent stabilization board ruling, jury summons, tax statement, insurance bill, homeless shelter letter, medical or social service letter, check book, voter registration, social service documents. What can I do to be supportive of the "Identify Me" Community ID Campaign? 1) Learn more about the program via the Center for Worker Justice Facebook page: www.facebook.com/centerforworkeriusticeofeasterniowa 2) Pledge to get a Community ID when they are available: info[@cwiiowa.org 3) Contact the Center for Worker Justice to get involved and make this program and other CWJ initiatives possible: info c�g Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa 940 South Gilbert Court, Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Phone: (319) 594-7593 Email: info@cwiiowa.org Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/centerforworkermusticeofeasterniow3 Updated February 28, 2014 "Identify Me!" ...as a proud member of our community Community Identification Card Campaign Community Identification Card Card Number: 1234 5678 9101 1121 Exp: 03/15 Not for Federal Use Last Name: Doe First Name: Jane Address: 12 Anystreet Ave Iowa City, Iowa 52240 DOB: 01/02/1982 : Yes! 1 support the "Identify Me" Community Identification Card Campaign Name (please print): Address: City/State/Zip: Email Address: Phone: (cell or home) ❑ 1 will apply for a Community Identification Card when they are available. ❑ 1 want to learn more about the Center for Worker Justice. ❑ I also want to say: Please send or bring this form to: The Center for Worker Justice, 940 S. Gilbert Court, Iowa City, IA 52240 Phone: (319) 594-7593 Email: info@cwiiowa.ore Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/centerforworkerqusticeofeasterniowa Corresponds with Agenda Item 6dii Stefanie Bowers From: Retish, Paul M <paul-retish@uiowa.edu> Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2014 1:58 PM To: Stefanie Bowers Subject: FW: RE: Please pass this on to the Commission Does not make any sense to me paul -----Original Message ----- From: Carmen Dixon [mailto:Dixon.Carmen@iowacityschools.org] Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2014 1:45 PM To: Retish, Paul M Cc: Ross Wilburn Subject: Re: RE: Hi Paul, After reviewing the requirements needed for OCR they didn't require us to break down race. We had to report the names and race of all the students needing a reevaluation, and the outcome of the reevaluation. Therefore, I'm unable to pass along what the district had to report to the OCR. I've included Ross to this email too. Thanks, Carmen Dixon Director of Special Education (319) 688-1000 (319) 688-1009 fax > On Mar 12, 2014, at 1:29 PM, "Retish, Paul M" <Paul-retishCa_uiowa.edu> wrote: > Carmen are the breakdowns by race ready to share? paul ----Original Message ----- >`From: Carmen Dixon [mailto: Dixon. Carmen@iowacityschools.org] > Sent: Friday, January 31, 2014 6:04 PM > To: Retish, Paul M • Cc: Ross Wilburn • Subject: RE: Hi Paul, > The following information was sent to the OCR today regarding the file review: > * 1,412 IEPs were reviewed > * of these, 728 needed reevaluations (52%) >, * The total number of students exited: 108 > * 87 students exited (not eligible) >' * 21 students of these students were exited due to other reasons > The reviewers have not completed all of the needed reports regarding race. Once I have this information I will pass it along to you. > Thanks, > Carmen ulxon > ICCSD Special Education Director > Phone # (319) 688-1000 > Fax # (319) 688-1009 s; > -----Original Message ----- > From: Retish, Paul M [mailto:paul-retish@uiowa.edu] • Sent: Thursday, January 30, 2014 5:16 PM > To: Carmen Dixon > Subject: > Carmen. I met with Ross wilburn today in my role of head of the education committee for the commission on human rights. Our topic was diversity In the district. One of the topics was the OCR agreement. As I understand it, all students in special education were re evaluated an d up dated IEP were developed. Could you give me the data as to how many students were not confirmed as needing special education and how many were students of color. I will be reporting this to the Commissission. Thanks for your help. Paul Retish Sent from my iPads > NOTICE: All email communications to and from the District's email server are archived in accordance with District policy and procedures. This email communication, including attachments, contains information which may be confidential and/or legally privileged, and may otherwise be exempt from disclosure under applicable law. The information is intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient or believe you received this communication in error, please reply to the sender indicating that fact and delete the copy you received. In addition, if you are not the intended recipient or believe you received this communication in error, any unauthorized retention, copying, disclosure, distribution, or other use of the information is strictly prohibited. Thank you. NOTICE: All email communications to and from the District's email server are archived in accordance with District policy and procedures. This email communication, including attachments, contains information which may be confidential and/or legally privileged, and may otherwise be exempt from disclosure under applicable law. The information is intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient or believe you received this communication in error, please reply to the sender indicating that fact and delete the copy you received. In addition, if you are not the intended recipient or believe you received this communication in error, any unauthorized retention, copying, disclosure, distribution, or other use of the information is strictly prohibited. Thank you. Corresponds with Agenda Item 6ei Stefanie Bowers From: orville.townsend@q.com Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 10:51 AM To: Stefanie Bowers Subject: Fwd: Suggestions for Appeals Process Stefanie. I sent Steve Rackis the suggestion in my e-mail and I am requesting that you include it in the next Board Package. Thanks, Ory From: "orville twnsend" <orville.townsend@q.com> To: "Steven Rackis" <Steven-Rackis@iowa-city.org> Sent: Tuesday, March 4, 2014 10:46:05 AM Subject: Suggestions for Appeals Process Steve. Stefanie mentioned that in her conversation with you she revisited my concerns about Housing conducting it's own investigation when an individual gets involved in legal actions. When we met earlier I shared that the current assumption is that a decision to initiate actions that could negatively impact housing status when an individual gets involved in legal actions is based on the outcome of the legal system Is decision. I mentioned that since in such situations Housing conducts it's own investigation, and any action taken is based on it's investigation and not the legal system Is decision. Individuals participating in the program should be made aware of this when they enter the program. Stefanie mention that during the conversation you mentioned that you would include such a statement in the booklet entitled "Who We Are & What We Do" when it is updated My suggestion is that you include a section entitled "Appeals" and include suggested wording: There may be situations where questionable actions may occur and it is necessary for the Housing Authority to initiate actions that will have a negative impact on the consumer maintaining their housing benefits. When such situations occur the individual has the right to appeal Housing Authority's decision to terminate, or take other actions related to their benefits. It is important that individuals be aware that in such situations Housing Authority conducts it's own investigation and any decision such as termination of housing benefits, or other actions is based on the outcome of Housing Authority's investigation and not the outcome of the individual's involvement with the legal system. Steve, the above is an suggestion of wording that will not only inform individuals of the appeal process, but it will also be educational concerning how decisions affecting them are made. I appreciate your consideration on the matter. Thank You, Ory Townsend Correspondence Cen Rec From the De Senator 1p6i This certificate is issued in honor and recognition of the 50 TearAnniversary of the Iowa City .Yuman 1t' hts Commission. September 13, 2013 ARobert E. Dvorsky Ionia State Senator 412 Sixth St. State Capitol Coralville, IA 52241 Des Moines, IA 50319 H: 319-351-0988 515-281-3371 robert.dvorsky@legis.iowa.gov (Jan. —May) " 4f(7) Lawrence Kudej Chair, Johnson County Task Force on Aging 2770 Jeremy Ct. NW Swisher, IA 52338 February 22, 2014 p yamC` i -i � -< Mayor Matt Hayek —+C-) City of Iowa City M 410 E Washington Street C)� Iowa City, IA 52240 Re: Problems with Handicap Accessibility of Iowa City Sidewalks Dear Mayor Hayek: 1V O t `n rn w IV C11 As Chair of the Johnson County Task Force on Aging, I have been directed by the Task Force to contact you concerning an ongoing problem regarding the failure to make the repairs and modifications necessary to bring city sidewalks in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We understand that the City Council is in the process of allocating $100,000 a year to make repairs and modification to existing sidewalk ramps (for wheelchairs) to make them in compliance with the ADA and to put in sidewalk ADA compliant ramps where there currently are none. We further understand that the city is in the process currently taking an inventory of all existing sidewalk ramps and of sidewalks where there are no ramps. This inventory will cover all areas of Iowa City. As you are aware, these ramps are not only used by the disabled, but also the elderly. Iowa City has had 23 years to come into compliance and make this a user friendly community for those of who rely on the wheelchair for their sole means of transportation within the city or those who depend on walkers or other mobility devices. We believe that the time has come that City Council allocate the necessary funding to come into ADA compliance without further delay once the inventory is complete. We trust that the City Council will agree. Since compliance with the ADA is federally mandated, we are sending a copy of this letter to the United States Attorney's Office and the Department of Justice ADA compliance section, asking them to assist the City with this process. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Lawrence Kudej M Nicholas A. Klinefeldt U.S. Courthouse Annex, 110 East Court Avenue, Suite #286 Des Moines, Iowa 50309-2053 Roberta Kirkendall U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division Disability Rights Section 1425 New York Ave. N.W., Suite 4039 Washington, D.C. 20005 N O_ � n r � n Ln 9 .(.<Fmrn 6:U O February 27, 2014 CITY OF IOWA CITY Lawrence Kudej Chair, Johnson County Task Force on Aging www.icgov.org 2770 Jeremy Ct. NW Swisher, IA 52338 OFFICE OF THE Dear Mr. Kudej, CITY MANAGER Thank you for your recent letter regarding the accessibility of Iowa City sidewalks and intersections. We appreciate your concerns as to the accessibility of City Thomas M. Markus City Manager infrastructure for all of our community's residents and visitors. tom-markus@iowacity.org As part of our City's commitment to accessibility, we have proactively installed curb Geoff E. Frain ramps above and beyond what is required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. We Assistant to the City Manager firmly believe that we are not only in compliance with all federal and state regulations, geoti'-fruin@iowa-city.org but that we have demonstrated a strong commitment to accessibility improvements that exceeds that of most communities. The City continually monitors evolving Simon D. Andrew Administrative Analyst standards and updates our capital improvement program and policies accordingly. If t'vnon-andrewQiowa-city.org you have any questions as to what improvements are required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact me at simon-andrewfrDiowa-city.oro or (319) 356-5010. The $100,000 appropriation dedicated to proactive curb ramp replacement that you noted in your letter is a biannual allotment; this was a 100% increase from the fiscal year 2014-2015 budget. However, this is only one project through which the City installs and repairs curb ramps. ADA regulations do require that when adjacent infrastructure is altered, the adjoining curb ramps be constructed to current standards. This means that with road repairs, water main projects, and trail extensions curb ramps are being added and/or improved. Our sidewalk infill program, which is also funded at $100,000 biannually, improves accessibility through expanding our sidewalk network and also includes many curb ramp installations. New subdivisions all include curb ramps constructed to the most recent standards. Our annual sidewalk inspection program helps to ensure walkways are suitable for individuals of all levels of mobility. You are correct that the Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County is completing a County -wide inventory of curb ramps. The data for the Iowa City inventory of existing ramps has been collected and the City is in the process of finalizing the analysis of this data. The Iowa City inventory shows the status of over 4,800 existing curb ramps in terms of running slope, cross slope, truncated dome condition, pavement condition, the existence of receiving ramps, etc. This is an immense amount of information that will be valuable in maximizing the benefit of sidewalk infill and curb ramp capital improvement projects. Curb ramp repairs are an ongoing process similar to other roadway and infrastructure maintenance. Wear from both weather and normal use mean that pavement conditions and slopes are in a constant state of flux. Our inventory will help us determine the areas in the most need of investment. Intersections most used by residents with mobility concerns are given top priority; if you have any information in this regard please contact me. Again, thank you for your letter and your commitment to improving our community. 110 E. 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