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Home My WebLink About2007-08-21 Appointment 08-21-07 25a NOTICE THE CITY COUNCil OF IOWA CITY IS CONSIDERING APPOINTMENT TO THE FOllOWING COMMISSION: HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION One Vacancy - Unexpired Term Ending January 1, 2010 The duties of the members of the Human Rights Commission are to receive and to determine the merits of human rights complaints alleging unfair or discriminatory practices in the area of employment, credit, public accommodation, education, and housing. The Commission shall provide conciliation and the enforcement necessary to further the anti-discriminatory goals of the Human Rights Ordinance and to protect citizens from unfounded charges of discriminatory practices. The Iowa City Human Rights Commission has an obligation to investigate and study the existence, character, cause, and extent of discrimination in Iowa City in order to eliminate discrimination by education, conciliation, and/or enforcement. It is also the duty of the Human Rights Commission to draft revisions to the Human Rights Ordinance if necessary to eliminate prejudice, intolerance, bigotry, and discrimination. Iowa City-appointed members of boards and commissions must be eligible electors of the City of Iowa City. The Human Rights Commission meets once a month at 7:00 p.m. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 15, 2007. The City of Iowa City encourages diversity in the appointment of citizens to boards and commissions. Persons interested in being considered should contact the City Clerk at City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street. Application forms are available from the Clerk's office upon request or on the City website at www.icgov.org. Questions about the Iowa City Human Rights Commission should be directed to Stefanie Bowers, Human Rights Coordinator at 356-5022. Board or commission: H'Wttan l$.gP;1::;", ATTENDANCE RECORD YEAR 2007 TERM NAME EXP. 1/23 2/27 3/27 4/24 5/22 6/26 7/24 8/28 9/25 10/23 11/27 12/25 Bev Witwer 1/1/08 X OlE X NM X X X Sara Baird 1/1/08 X X X NM X X X Scott King 1/1/08 OlE X X NM X OlE X Martha 1/1/09 X OlE X NM X X X Lubaroff Kate Karacay 1/1/09 X X X NM OlE OlE X Florence 1/1/09 -- --- -- --- .n X X Ejiwale Joy Kross 1/1/10 X X X NM X X OlE (Meeting Date) KEY: x = Present o = Absent OlE = AbsentlExcused NM = No meeting --- = Not a Member NMNQ - No meeting, no quorum Spouses and relatives of City Council Members and members of comparable County Boards and Commissions are not eligible for appointment to City Boards and Commissions. This includes: spouse, child, mother, father, mother- in- law, father- in- law, brother, sister, brother- in- law, sister- in- law, step-father, step- mother, step-child, aunt, or uncle. (Resolution 85-354) Council Announcement Date: July 10, 2007 Application Deadline: Wednesday, 5:00 p.m., August 15, 2007 Council Appointment Date: August 21, 2007 HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION One Vacancy - Unexpired Term Ending January 1, 2010 Sherry Hunter resigned Kristi Lohmeier [8] 20 Evans St, Apt 2B Joan Black [8] 419 S. 7th Avenue Brian Braun [R] . 222-1/2 E Washington St #1 Eric Kusiak [R] 2629 Hickory Trail Males: 2 Females: 6 [8] Denotes applicant completed the Confidential page of the application. City of Iowa City Advisory Board/Commission/Committee ,"",pplication Form 1 ~ ! --- = -~... ~~w!:'"? ,,~..galm~ _..&lL "l CITY OF IOWA CITY Individuals serving on Boards/Commissions/Committees play an important role in advising the Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. Applicants must reside in Iowa City. After a vacancy has been announced, the Council reviews all applications during the work session. The appointment is made at the next formal Council meeting. Appointees serve as unpaid volunteers. This form may be filled out manually (please use a black ink pen), typewritten, or electronically (PDF). Return the application to City Clerk, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa. THIS APPLICATION IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH CAN BE REPRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR THE PUBLIC, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE LAST PAGE MARKED "CONFIDENTIAL." THIS APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THREE MONTHS ONLY AND AUTOMATICALLY CONSIDERED FOR ANY VACANCY DURING THAT TIME. Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Name Human Rights Commission NAME Kristi Lohmeier HOME ADDRESS 20 Evans Street Apt. 2B Iowa City Iowa Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? [{] Yes How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 3 months Term ending Jan. 09 ZIP 52240 DNo ("~CUPATION Outreach Coordinator EMPLOYER Iowa Policy Project PHONE NUMBER: HOME (309) 716-7757 BUSINESS (319) 338-0773 EXPERIENCE AND/OR ACTIVITIES WHICH YOU FEEL QUALIFY YOU FOR THIS POSITION: I have a masters degree in social work with an emphasis on social justice and community organizing. I have also taken courses at the graduate level in women and gender studies. Both of these knowledge basis have given me a great theoretical basis for understanding what discrimination is and how best to eradicate it. I also have a practical knowledge through my own personal identities of how damaging and hurtful discrimination can be. Finally, I have worked for many years in educating people on what discrimination, prejudice, and the multitude of 'ism's' that plague our society are and the history behind them, which I feel gives me a better understanding not only of my own personal relationship with discriminatiPn:but also floW best to ~ I . ~,.C educate others on what we can do together to address them. .~c-: -:-_c, -.j WHAT IS YOUR PRESENT KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ADVISORY BOARD? r~~ .J-"':- (__~ I know that the commission is appointed, has 9 members, has been around since 1963, focuses on education and does a lot of community programming and community involvement. Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 1 of 8 WHAT CONTRIBUTIONS DO YOU FEEL YOU CAN MAKE TO THIS ADVISORY BOARD (OR STATE REASON FOR APPLYING) ? I am new to Iowa City, having moved here for my current job, but believe very strongly in the power of local community politics to make a difference. When neighbors talk to neighbors there is more trust and room for growth and change. I feel my passion for this idea will make me a great addition to the commission. I want to make a difference, I am young and have the energy and desire to empower people to grow and change. What I have learned in my experiences in doing work such as this is that it takes a lot of time, patience and continuity in order to facilitate this type of change. I am new to the area yes, but I am settling in Iowa, I love it here and want to do what I can to make it a better place. POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Please identify any potential conflicts between membership on the advisory board and your personal interests, including financial interests and your duties to an employer. In particular, if you are applying to be a member of a board or commission which makes recommendations to the City Council about the allocation of City funds, please list any present affiliations you have with agencies " t apply for funding from the City. "Affiliation" includes being a board member or employee of the agency. L..ller types of affiliations must be examined on a case by case basis by the City Attorney's office. You should also know that Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 7). If you are uncertain whether a potential conflict of interest exists or have questions about Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa, please contact the City Attorney's office at 356-5030. " ., " I cannot imagine there being a conflict with my employer because (a) we are a nonpartisan organizatiorrf1~d (b) V{e focus primarily on economic and environmental justice generally and not social justice specifically. If anythingt feel my current job will be an asset to the way I view discrimination by looking at entire systems that make discrimination possibie. .. ; '; _.J '- f',) l...:'" c) IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED, DO YOU WANT TO BE NOTIFIED? []]YES DNO~' w DO YOU CURRENTLY SERVE ON ANOTHER IOWA CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? DYES [{] NO (It has been Council policy not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time.) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 2 of 8 BOARD, COMMISSION, & COMMITTEES BUSINESS LISTING I! 1 _f1-= -~ !~W~'t ~~ ~='m~ ........ .I.L. CITY OF IOWA CITY Name of City Board/Commission/Committee Human Rights Commission Name Kristi Lohmeier Date 05/04/2007 Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 7). List all businesses in which you or your spouse/domestic partner have an ownership interest (for example, sole proprietor, partner, 5% or more of corporation's stockholdings). Please indicate if there are none. BUSINESS NAME BUSINESS ADDRESS nla nla L) Co', .--t ". .~"" ( _~..d - ..-- ", ~ n. -_._-~ - .. -- . I .... - - .- -r'~ i -,.-.. ,j '-, -' , " -. .- .~.. .. . - .J-;' ,=--, LV NOTE: A new form must be completed if the above information changes or an ownership interest is acquired in an .~di\iOnal busi~ess. Signature ~~ ~~~- , Address 20 Evans Street Apt. 28 Iowa City Iowa Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 3 of 8 TABLE OF INCOME GUIDELINES AND DEFINITIONS FOR IOWA CITY Effective March 8, 2006 Household 30% Median Income 50% Median 60% Median 80% Median Income Median Size (Poverty Level) Income Income (low income) Income 1 $15,250 $25,400 $30,480 $40,650 $50,800 2 17,450 29,000 34,800 46,500 58,000 3 19,600 32,650 39,180 52,300 65,300 4 21,800 36,300 43,560 58,100 72,600 5 23,550 39,200 47,040 62,750 78,400 6 25,300 42,100 50,520 67,400 84,200 7 27,050 45,000 54,000 72,050 90,000 8 28,800 47,900 57,480 76,700 95,800 ATTACHMENT TO APPLICATION FOR THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION It is the mission of the Iowa City Human Rights Commission to protect residents of the city from discrimination as defined in the Human Rights Ordinance. In order to further this goal, the city strives to ensure that the Human Rights Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, "appointments shall take into consideration men and women of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city." (Ord. 94-3647, 11-8-94) OPTIONAL: ._~ --.J PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR THE COUNCIL TO CONSII)ER~WH:eN CHOOSING AN APPLICANT. ~. ~.i~~" . I . , I --' 0Age ISPiritual -,'J j1~ijeIi g i ~~ ~> Ci (,.,) ~ Disability femalel Gender In/a $30,0001 Income (see table) IWhite I Race, color or ethnic group I National origin flUidl Sexual Orientation IUSA [2] Other (Please explain below) I feel another demographic that describes my experiences is that of a young, single, professional female who is settled in her location and profession and not looking to leave Iowa for greener pastures (so to speak!). Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 4 of 8 Kristi M. Lohmeier 20 Evans Street 2B Iowa City Iowa 52240 309.716.7757 kmI4peace(W,vahoo.com OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position on the Iowa City Human Rights Commission. EDUCATION: University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work, Louisville, KY Aug 2001- May 2004 GPA: 3.9/4.0 Masters of Science in Social Work University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY August 1996-August 2000 Bachelor of Science in Family Studies GP A: 3.3/4.0 Major: Individual and Family Development WORK AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: Iowa Policy Project Outreach Coordinator Iowa City, Iowa January 2007 - present The work of Outreach Coordinator concentrates on outreach and networking, predominantly around state fiscal and economic policy. The focus is wori<:!ng witg: a variety of constituent groups, legislators and Iowans to ensure IPP wo~g:;is --.J relevant and widely distributed. ' Communities United to Strengthen America Community Canvasser Davenport Iowa , _ September 2006 - November 2006 ::;:: / I:? In my most recent position, I acted as a community canvasser for Communitie~Bnited tuj Strengthen America. My responsibilities include going out in to the community and W informing predominantly middle and working class citizens about issues related to candidates they would be making decisions about in the November 2006 elections. I was also able to provide input in a variety of community related projects and voter registration activities in preparation for the elections. University of Louisville - Office for the Vice Provost of Diversity Liaison August 2004- August 2005 As the first person to hold this position, I acted as the liaison between the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students, staff and faculty at U of L and various administrators, professors, students and staff. In this role, I was able to affect policy relating to these various communities to improve their situation on campus. The focus of this change was through education, awareness and community building. I also worked closely with many student leaders to mentor them to change the climate of safety and community at U of L. .......-._.1 . , Louisville Central Community Center Researcher/facilitator August 2003 - May 2004 As a practicum student, working with a grassroots community group around the issue of economic development. Responsible for planning and structuring meeting agendas, researching critical parties involved with economic development in Louisville, collaborate in the formation of the coalition group, and work with the group to improve their situation in the metropolitan political and economic environment. Louisville Youth Group Mentor/Counselor/Grant writer/ Researcher August 2002 - May 2003 As a practicum student, working with a youth support group composed of people ages 14-20 who identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. Responsible for supporting the core group of youth leaders who ran the meetings, choose the topics, and organized a variety of activities to build community within the group. Also interacted with administrators, teachers and parents on behalf of young people who were struggling in school in the form of speaking at school board meetings, speaking with the superintendent on these issues, and meeting with parents to ensure their children received the same education as other children in the school district. Finally, the group participated in many activities in the Louisville community, attending fundraisers and providing a variety of educational services to many different agencies throughout the social service arena. Kent School of Social Work Graduate Assistantship October 2001 - May 2002/January 2003 - June 2003 Was awarded a full tuition assistantship with the Kent School of Social Work. Duties included administrative activities such as filing, creating databases, entering and filing data, and preparing reports. Performed research, assisted current students, and recruited prospective students. National Conference for Community & Justice, Bluegrass Region Advisor/Mentor Nov 1999 - June 2005 Facilitated workshops on cultural diversity, violence prevention and conflict resolution with a group of diverse adolescents at a summer leadership camp and throughout the year. Counseled and mentored adolescents. Assisted in reprogramming the camp to gear towards leadership and self-reflection. Acted as the personnel director of 22 staff persons. Duties: orientating and debriefing staff on activities pertaining to camp, acting as a liaison between staff and executive directors, and supporting staff during camp. r,) c-) Page 1 of2 Marian Karr From: Kristi Lohmeier [kmI4peace@yahoo.com] Sent: Friday, May 04,20072:08 PM To: Marian Karr Subject: RE: Interest in serving on the Human Rights Commission Thank you for getting back with me! I do have the application filled out and printed, and will be dropping it by this afternoon! Thank you again for the communication! Kristi Marian Karr <Marian-Karl@iowa-city.org>wrote: Thank you for your email expressing interest in serving on the Human Rights Commission. However, we do need you to complete and sign the application form. I have attached the application for your convenience. Please complete, sign, and return to my office. You may return by mail, fax (356-5497), or drop by my office any business day between 8AM and 5PM. I will retain the materials you have previously sent and include with your application to the City Council. Again, thank you for your interest and I look forward to receiving your application by the May 30 deadline. .Hn4imt X Ytau City Clerk City of Iowa City Population 62,380 (phone) 319-356-5041 (fax) 319-356-5497 From: Kristi Lohmeier [mailto:kmI4peace@yahoo.com] Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 10:49 AM To: *City Council Subject: Interest in serving on the Human Rights Commission Hello! My name is Kristi Lohmeier and I am interested in a position on the Human Rights Commission. It was advised during the course of my application process to make contact with all of you, so I wanted to introduce myself initially and follow up at a later date, closer to when decisions will begin to be made. Some of the questions I answered on the application include: What experiences and/or activities which you feel qualify you for this position: I have a masters degree in social work with an emphasis on social justice and community organizing. I have also taken courses at the graduate level in women and gender studies. Both of these knowledge basis have given me a great theoretical basis for understanding what discrimination is and how best to eradicate it. I also have a practical knowledge through my own personal identities of how damaging and hurtful discrimination can be. 5/4/2007 Page 2 of2 What contributions do you feel you can make to this advisory board: I am new to Iowa City, having moved here for my current job, but believe very strongly in the power of local community politics to make a difference. When neighbors talk to neighbors there is more trust and room for growth and change. I feel my passion for this idea will make me a great addition to the commission. I want to make a difference, I am young and have the energy and desire to empower people to grow and change! I also wanted to attach my resume, just to give you an idea of other experiences I have had that I feel qualify me for a place on the commission. I realize that I am new to the area, and don't yet know all the ins and outs of what is going on in Iowa City. I am however very enthusiastic and would love to get involved with this commission, primarily because of what seems to be an exciting focus on education. I believe empowerment comes from education, and when it comes to issues of discrimination based on our difference, the only way we can move forward is to educate ourselves and our neighbors about these differences. I would be more than happy to entertain any questions, and look forward to the next step in this process. Sincerely, Kristi Lohmeier Expecting? Get great news right away with email Auto-Check. Try the Yahoo! Mail Beta. Looking for earth-friendly autos? Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center. 5/4/2007 City of Iowa City Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Application Form &! 1 --= -~ ~~W!:tt ~ ..-.~ ........~ CITY OF IOWA CITY Individuals serving on Boards/Commissions/Committees play an important role in advising the Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. Applicants must reside in Iowa City. After a vacancy has been announced, the Council reviews all applications during the work session. The appointment is made at the next formal Council meeting. Appointees serve as unpaid volunteers. This form may be filled out manually (please use a black ink pen), typewritten, or electronically (PDF). Return the application to City Clerk, 410 E. Washington 81., Iowa City, Iowa. THIS APPLICATION IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH CAN BE REPRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR THE PUBLIC, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE LAST PAGE MARKED "CONFIDENTIAL." THIS APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THREE MONTHS ONLY AND AUTOMATICALLY CONSIDERED FOR ANY VACANCY DURING THAT TIME. Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Name Human Rights Commission NAME Joan M. Black HOME ADDRESS 419 S. 7th Ave Iowa City, IA. Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? [2] Yes How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? approximately 17 years Term ends Jan. 1,2009 ZIP 52~ C ~ :~N~ \ .. _u :~l:' , ' ... j OCCUPATION attorney EMPLOYER self-employe~/-: ~-) rin. .....HONE NUMBER: HOME (319) 339-7499 BUSINESS (319) 360-01~ ~._ <~' .. ):; EXPERIENCE AND/OR ACTIVITIES WHICH YOU FEEL QUALIFY YOU FOR THIS POSITION: Prior to law school I was a social worker in the Iowa City community for 14 years. During that time I had the opportunity to work with children and families from many different backgrounds whether it be racially, economically, religious affiliation, sexuality, age, or mental and/or physical challenges. As a law student and new attorney, I continue to see clients with diverse life experiences that face challenges specific to those differences. Additionally, as a lesbian, I have had the experience of a life lived outside of the mainstream. As a single parent, having adopted my foster sons, I have a great deal of experience in dealing with societal institutions that are sometimes slow to broaden their definition of family. In short, I believe the combination of my educational background and my personal and professional life experience makes me qualified to serve of the human rights commission advisory board. WHAT IS YOUR PRESENT KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ADVISORY BOARD? I know that the advisory board participates in both recognizing community members for their efforts in ending discrimination and in providing outreach and education regarding discrimination. Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 1 of 8 WHAT CONTRIBUTIONS DO YOU FEEL YOU CAN MAKE TO THIS ADVISORY BOARD (OR STATE REASON FOR APPLYING) ? After 14 years in social work in Iowa City I chose to attend law school at Drake University. For the past three years I have done little except study, drive and spend time with my children. I am now beginning a law practice in Iowa City. I feel that I have much to offer as stated above, and have a desire to contribute to my community in a way I have been unable to do in recent years. Although my job title has changed, my heart remains true to my social worker roots. I believe the Human Rights Commission Advisory Board is a good "fit" for my personal skills and interests. POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Please identify any potential conflicts between membership on the advisory board and your personal interests, including financial interests and your duties to an employer. In particular, if you are applying to be a member of a board or commission which makes recommendations to the City Council about the allocation of City funds, please list any present affiliations you have with agencies '1at apply for funding from the City. "Affiliation" includes being a board member or employee of the agency. ...Jther types of affiliations must be examined on a case by case basis by the City Attorney's office. You should also know that Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 7). If you are uncertain whether a potential conflict of interest exists or have questions about Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa, please contact the City Attorney's office at 356-5030. r--.J 0 c= --J ..~~ C) ~ - . ~ .> -.-- -Tl -< '''-~-'''''i c.) . " -"- , C) ---1 --- , : t - -0 r-t :-.~ /'-, :: '_.j '-..-i ~" / " N ."~ ? IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED, DO YOU WANT TO BE NOTIFIED? [2]YES DNO DO YOU CURRENTLY SERVE ON ANOTHER IOWA CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? DYES W NO (It has been Council policy not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time.) I" Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 2 of 8 BOARD, COMMISSION, & COMMITTEES BUSINESS LISTING 1 ~ l --= -50 f~W!:'t ~ "aD'~ -, ...IlL. CITY OF IOWA CITY Name of City Board/Commission/Committee Human Rights Commission Date 05/30/2007 Name Joan M. Black Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 7). List all businesses in which you or your spouse/domestic partner have an ownership interest (for example, sole proprietor, partner, 5% or more of corporation's stockholdings). Please indicate if there are none. BUSINESS NAME BUSINESS ADDRESS Black & Hinshaw, P.L.C. 1321/2 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA. 52240 r<' r; C~-:l' = ~ -;',~ ~~:. .~ , -~-~~. ...- -' I ,~.. .... n 0) .-- ..---..- =:(-~ --cY ~--~- -; , i I ---:'" -- -....... .~ i"-~:-. __ -,' /' ' "T;;T ~~ ::::-:- - -- - A new form must be completed if the above information changes or an ownership interest is acquired in an additional business. Signature k~. ~ Address 419 ~h Ave Iowa Cit~, IA. NOTE: Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 3 of 8 TABLE OF INCOME GUIDELINES AND DEFINITIONS FOR IOWA CITY Effective March 8, 2006 Household 30% Median Income 50% Median 60% Median 80% Median Income Median Size (Poverty Level) Income Income (low income) Income 1 $15,250 $25,400 $30,480 $40,650 $50,800 2 17,450 29,000 34,800 46,500 58,000 3 19,600 32,650 39,180 52,300 65,300 4 21,800 36,300 43,560 58,100 72,600 5 23,550 39,200 47,040 62,750 78,400 6 25,300 42,100 50,520 67,400 84,200 7 27,050 45,000 54,000 72,050 90,000 8 28,800 47,900 57,480 76,700 95,800 ATTACHMENT TO APPLICATION FOR THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION It is the mission of the Iowa City Human Rights Commission to protect residents of the city from discrimination as defined in the Human Rights Ordinance. In order to further this goal, the city strives to ensure that the Human Rights Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, "appointments shall take into consideration men and women of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city." lOrd. 94-3647, 11-8-94) OPTIONAL: PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR THE COUNCIL TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING AN APPLICANT. 0Age Religion femalel Gender Disability 35,000/yr.llncome (see table) IWhite Race, color or ethnic group lesbian I Sexual Orientation National origin D Other {Please explain below} Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 4 of 8 City of Iowa City Advisory Board/Commission/Committee P ,plication Form & ~ i ~~~~'t ~ ~IIII'~ ~~ CITY OF IOWA CITY Individuals serving on Boards/Commissions/Committees play an important role in advising the Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. Applicants must reside in Iowa City. After a vacancy has been announced, the Council reviews all applications during the work session. The appointment is made at the next formal Council meeting. Appointees serve as unpaid volunteers. This form may be filled out manually (please use a black ink pen), typewritten, or electronically (PDF). Return the application to City Clerk, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa. THIS APPLICATION IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH CAN BE REPRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR THE PUBLIC, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE LAST PAGE MARKED "CONFIDENTIAL." THIS APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THREE MONTHS ONLY AND AUTOMATICALLY CONSIDERED FOR ANY VACANCY DURING THAT TIME. Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Name HtAl"'l'''' E~ ",,-h NAME \3.-'4v'\ ~",-y"\ HOME ADDRESS 'Z:I:Z. 1/7... E"'. CJ:uh ~ 5"J-. ~ I Gr"1l""1issi OV\ Term 7I:V1 - 'lot 0 Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? - Yi: How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 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POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Please identify any potential conflicts between membership on the advisory board and your personal interests, including financial interests and your duties to an employer. In particular, if you are applying to be a member of a board or commission which makes recommendations to the City Council about the allocation of City funds, please list any present affiliations you have with agencies th?+. apply for funding from the City. "Affiliation" includes being a board member or employee of the agency. C ;r types of affiliations must be examined on a case by case basis by the City Attorney's office. You should also know that Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 7). If you are uncertain whether a potential conflict of interest exists or have questions about Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa, please contact the City Attorney's office at 356-5030. o 7~C) 't-~- c:::> (.:;.::} -.I f__ c"- r-" 11 ',-, .) w IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED, DO YOU WANT TO BE NOTIFIED? ~YES DNO j> DO YOU CURRENTLY SERVE ON ANOTHER IOWA CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? DYES ~ :-r1 1'-1 '_..J ("--"\ ~../ <:"~ ;> o ,..... - [3"NO (It has been Council policy not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time.) ,Jlisrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Jul-13-07 09:11 UlllJi~UUI r~l lU:~~ r.~l Jl~J~Ovq~t lU"j ~lll ~~~ P.Ol Ijg UULr UU, BOARD. COMMISSION, & COMMITTEES BUSINESS LISTING I! i &:~~tt ~ ~_I~ _.., W CITY OF IOWA CITY Name of City BoardlCommiesionlCommittee Hu.""'--1ltJw, C~~IJ;9^ Oate-.JJ"'l../61 Name~ira..>'\ 'B...<UW\ Section 362_ 5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, ill member of a city Board or Commission from having en interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see pijge 7). List all businesses in which you or your spousefdomestlc partner have an ownership interest (for 9xsmple, sole proprietor, partner, 5% or more of corporation's stockholdlngs). Please indicate if there .rA none. .,.-..,...-.. ... -..-. ", .,..---- BUSINESS NAME BUSINESS ADDRESS lVor'te ---- .--.-... - """' .......... \.---! , - --> ~-- "4' .......... ----..-,. -.-:::;.. "-'-" -- j> -- i= ~_._" h-, ......-.. 0 I I - ~ " , r " - - .-- .- -- ...~ -"", II - __'C<' , Q-;~ --'::" - > ...-...-.- .::> );: .. .~._.... -" " '.' ~".._' ..-.- r-. rOo NOTE: A new form must be comoleted If the above Information changes or an ownership IntereSl Is ~ in an additional bu9l....,.. Sign~lU1e Addre.ss ZZl. 'h r;: ~),;r -tt- 1 ,:Lx-..... c. 'If Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your applicQtiQn. TABLE OF INCOME GUIDELINES AND DEFINITIONS FOR IOWA CITY Effective March 8, 2006 tiousehold 30% Median Income 50% Median 60% Median 80% Median Income Median Size (Poverty Level) Income Income (low income) Income 1 $15,250 $25,400 $30,480 $40,650 $50,800 2 17,450 29,000 34,800 46,500 58,000 3 19,600 32,650 39,180 52,300 65,300 4 21,800 36,300 43,560 58,100 72,600 5 23,550 39,200 47,040 62,750 78,400 6 25,300 42,100 50,520 67,400 84,200 7 27,050 45,000 54,000 72,050 90,000 8 28,800 47,900 57,480 76,700 95,800 ATTACHMENT TO APPLICATION FOR THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION It is the mission of the Iowa City Human Rights Commission to protect residents of the city from discrimination as defined in the Human Rights Ordinance. In order to further this goal, the city strives to ensure that the Human Rights Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, "appointments shall take into consideration men and women of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city." lOrd. 94-3647, 11-8-94) OPTIONAL: PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONALINFORMA TION FOR THE COUNCIL TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING AN APPLICANT. ~Age cd.t\eis+ I Religion Ylc,;o"\-e,. I Disability Y\'1ale I Gender 1'30'1. ~JiOl\ lh(c"'~ Income (see table) &:"''OpGY\ CCl'-lC4);c..oI\. I Race, color or ethniC group I Na~nal origin C) ~ ~=: C-:. ~ )> =--: '.- --1l :............-\ ~Q,'i I Sexual Orientation uS ~ther (Please explain below) <"'0 J e~,dR. v' -exp V€SSlo.": fV) ql e. _. it , ~f: ~~ :-;~: )> - ... -...,,.. ~..__'c. , ' it; -........., C) Human Rights Commission Application Page I of I Marian Karr From: Brian Braun [braun.brian@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, July 12, 2007 9:05 AM To: Council Subject: HRC Appointment Council Members, My name is Brian Braun, and I'm applying for the vacant position on the Human Rights Commission. Shortly you will receive my application and have the opportunity to view my qualifications and interest in becoming a member of this advisory commission. I feel strongly about making our community welcoming and safe for all its citizens, and I believe that my personal investment in our city will contribute to the HRC's efforts to do such work. For the past three years I have been actively involved in local and state organizing and leadership, working to encourage positive social change, including the Iowa Safe School's Task Force, Iowa Pride Network, Domestic Violence Intervention Program, and Emma Goldman Clinic, to name a few. As a member of our community who has been involved in organizing in Iowa City and devoted to social justice, please consider my application and unique qualifications in age, perspective and experience. Thank you. Brian Braun 7/12/2007 City of Iowa City Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Application Form ,~ 1 --= -~ t~W!:. !t ~... ~IIII.~ ~~ CITY OF IOWA CITY Individuals serving on Boards/Commissions/Committees play an important role in advising the Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. Applicants must reside in Iowa City. After a vacancy has been announced, the Council reviews all applications during the work session. The appointment is made at the next formal Council meeting. Appointees serve as unpaid volunteers. This form may be filled out manually (please use a black ink pen), typewritten, or electronically (PDF). Return the application to City Clerk, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa. THIS APPLICATION IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH CAN BE REPRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR THE PUBLIC, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE LAST PAGE MARKED "CONFIDENTIAL." THIS APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THREE MONTHS ONLY AND AUTOMATICALLY CONSIDERED FOR ANY VACANCY DURING THAT TIME. Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Name Human Rights Commission NAME Eric Nicholas Kusiak HOME ADDRESS 2629 Hickory Trail Term to Jan 2nd 2010 Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? [ZlYes How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 17 years @> 5224~.; :m-;; / -. :::;; ......\ No'" .;. _,_ ,..-.-'0- -- . .... ~_:) -_:r' .....--' c- c.n -- EMPLOYER Johnson CO(]rity,-{\ttorn~ts qfficy :-__\ __' ; _._ -~ I -' -_."- BUSINESS -.~:: /', _ .i:> G'l --.J OCCUPATION Victim/Witness Assistant Clerk (unpaid volunteer) PHONE NUMBER: HOME (319) 594-9361 EXPERIENCE AND/OR ACTIVITIES WHICH YOU FEEL QUALIFY YOU FOR THIS POSITION: I have adamantly and passionately been involved in confronting the sociopolitical effects of discrimination professionally and privately and wish to be involved in more experiences that have a larger "hands on" effect in my community. Professionally, I currently work with Janet Lyness and Sandra Bucher in the Johnson County Attorney's Office in the Victim and Witness Assistance Program and have been exposed to many case files and crimes where the catalyst has been a deep rooted form of racism, sexism and many other types of discrimination. Privately I have been working several years on a documentary film about the Westboro Baptist Church, the famous anti-homosexual religious group under the leadership of Fred Phelps; entitled "God Hates Fags" (the words displayed on their most infamous picket sign). In my research of the group (which included but has not been limited to following them to several protests including staying with them in Topeka for a weekend) my film is an attempt to open what I feel is a crucial dialogue between the church and the individuals they make suffer because of their l1)essages. An incomplete version of the documentary was featured at the Hardacre Film Festival in 2005 and Truman State University in 2007. Another version is also available here in Iowa City at Rentertainment. WHAT IS YOUR PRESENT KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ADVISORY BOARD? I understand that the HRC disseminates information and educates the community on discrimination and human rights violations. With the proper enforcement, HRC protects citizens from discrimination in the public/private sector. I am also aware of the annual Human Rights Awards Breakfast where individuals, organizations and businesses are given recognition for their progressive human rights commitments. I am also aware of the programs held each year that foster discussion on HR issues. Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 1 of 8 WHAT CONTRIBUTIONS DO YOU FEEL YOU CAN MAKE TO THIS ADVISORY BOARD (OR STATE REASON FOR APPLYING) ? Currently I study political science and philosophy (with a focus on liberty, limits of government and ethics) and currently am a pre-law student. As a student at the University of Iowa, I have a perspective of the community which would make a unique contribution the commission would not ordinarily have. My intimate relationship with the student body will considerably assist the commission in understanding the priorities and values of the student body who make up such a large percentage of our community's population. Because their impact in Iowa City is so large, it is important that they are not only reached but have a general interest in the activities and events sponsored by the HRC. Because of my unique cinema knowledge (and access to such film resources), I also will contribute greatly to the Film Series. My knowledge of the cases and crimes that occur in our community because of my work in the Victim/Witness Assistant Program has exposed me not only to the prevalence of discrimination and human rights violations, but types of discrimination that are typically not seen as discrimination. When studying case files I have found that many domestic abuse cases manifest themselves because of a deep seated sexist ideology that I feel has not been addressed nearly enough. Furthermore, I feel heart broken and saddened when I study the cases of women who have been abused not once, but several times by the same perpetrator. Although that is only one example, I have a unique knowledge and access to the knowledge of the demographics regarding crime in our community, and the racist, sexist and other discriminatory implications that can arise because of it. I feel characteristics like the city's geography contribute vastly to discrimination. Urban planning and develope can go a long way in terms of exposing different people with each other. Although education in diversity and HR is crucial, diverse experience is important as well. The city should be . pushed to have this in mind when developing and expanding our community. POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Please identify any potential conflicts between membership on the advisory board and your personal interests, including financial interests and your duties to an employer. In particular, if you are applying to be a member of a board or commission which makes recommendations to the City Council about the allocation of City funds, please list any present affiliations you have with agencies that apply for funding from the City. II Affiliation" includes being a board member or employee of the agency. Other types of affiliations must be examined on a case by case basis by the City Attorney's office. You should also know that Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 7). If you are uncertain whether a potential conflict of interest exists or have questions about Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa, please contact the City Attorney's office at 356-5030. Q ;~~-: C) ,.....L.....~' . --~ ~....d r' ._'\ ..__ .' IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED, DO YOU WANT TO BE NOTIFIED? I7lYES DNO ~~~ :::~ ~ ? DO YOU CURRENTLY SERVE ON ANOTHER IOWA CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? DYES er; 1-" I NO (It has been Council policy not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time.) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 2 of 8 BOARD, COMMISSION, & COMMITTEES BUSINESS LISTING 1 ~ 1 -~= -~M- t~W~'"'- "~_&mt~ ....... ~ CITY OF IOWA CITY Name of City Board/Commission/Committee Human Rights Commission Name Eric Nicholas Kusiak Date OfJ/f~ 107 Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 7). List all businesses in which you or your spouse/domestic partner have an ownership interest (for example, sole proprietor, partner, 5% or more of corporation's stockholdings). Please indicate if there are none. BUSINESS NAME BUSINESS ADDRESS -::c:c: .c. ~(" ~--,~ "... ~ > .'" ...,i < , ; ...., .-,..,.... . , \,..".;1 . \ .. '. - , _., _. -' \~ ,.,/-., ~ ~: ::c- -- ~ P "..J'l ,-J NOTE: A new form must be completed if the above information changes or an ownership interest is acquired in an additional business. Signature ~-::?"'~ ~_.. Address 2629 Hickory Trail Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 3 of 8 TABLE OF INCOME GUIDELINES AND DEFINITIONS FOR IOWA CITY Effective March 8, 2006 Household 30% Median Income 50% Median 60% Median 80% Median Income Median Size (Poverty Level) Income Income (low income) Income 1 $15,250 $25,400 $30,480 $40,650 $50,800 2 17,450 29,000 34,800 46,500 58,000 3 19,600 32,650 39,180 52,300 65,300 4 21,800 36,300 43,560 58,100 72,600 5 23,550 39,200 47,040 62,750 78,400 6 25,300 42,100 50,520 67,400 84,200 7 27,050 45,000 54,000 72,050 90,000 8 28,800 47,900 57,480 76,700 95,800 ATTACHMENT TO APPLICATION FOR THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION It is the mission of the Iowa City Human Rights Commission to protect residents of the ci~y from discrimination as defined in the Human Rights Ordinance. In order to further tl\ls goal,~:ihe city strives to ensure that the Human Rights Commission is representative of :1:~e~corTimunitv.-; Therefore, "appointments shall take into consideration men and women ofvarjouS~~racic~Jc:~ religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city." lOrd. 94-3647, 11-8-94') (;1 /"~.... OPTIONAL: ~ Ul PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR THE COUNCIL TO CONSidER WHEN CHOOSING AN APPLICANT. 0Age IBUddhist Religion MI Gender Inone I Disability Ilncome (see table) Iw Race, color or ethnic group Straightl Sexual Orientation Icanada National origin D Other (Please explain below) Human Rights Commission Application December 2006 Page 4 of 8