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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-02-06 AppointmentItem Number: 11.a. CITY OF IOWA CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT February 6, 2024 Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon appointment ending December 31, 2024. (Eric Harris was removed by City Council on November 6, 2023) Attachments: Vacancy Notice & Coversheet Board Demographics & Attendance Campbell -martin, Selena - Application Hartig, Connor - Application Kiche, Amos - Application Mohamed, Lubna - Application Nakihinga, Emmanuel -Application NOTICE THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY IS CONSIDERING APPOINTMENT TO THE FOLLOWING COMMISSION: AD HOC TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION COMMISSION One Vacancy: Unexpired Term Term: Upon appointment— December 31, 2024 • The City Council has established the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) to bear witness to the truth of racial injustice in Iowa City and to carry out restorative justice, through the collection of testimony and public hearings, with such work to include a recommendation to the Council of a plan for dedicating and/or renaming public spaces and/or rights of way in honor of the Black Lives Matter movement; The charges of the TRC are as follows: A. Fact -Finding The TRC shall collect evidence, including first-hand testimony, of discrimination and racial injustice in multiple settings and compile a complete record of racial injustices that will inform and support the fundamental institutional and policy reforms necessary to address systemic racism. B. Truth -Telling The TRC shall: 1) Provide multiple fora and creative opportunities for persons impacted and traumatized by racial injustice to share their stories of racial injustice and experience to be heard by: (a) fellow communities of color; (b) a broad cross section of the entire Iowa City community; and (c) key decision -makers in city government, the business community and the University; 2) Explore ways to provide such opportunities through art, music, theater, workshops, rallies and other forms of congregation, multimedia and listening designed to reveal truths that cannot be fully expressed in traditional fora; and, 3) Create a repository for community stories expressed in multiple media (written, video, audio, art) that can be catalogued and used to educate and inform members of the community. C. Reconciliation The TRC shall: 1) Provide opportunity for and facilitate direct conversation among and between community members of color, white community members and representatives of various sectors in which people of color experience discrimination and injustice (e.g. police and protesters, landlords and tenants, students and teachers, patients and health care providers, business owners and staff); 2) Create a replicable model that provides a structure for enabling these conversations throughout the city; 3) Make available opportunities for a broad cross section of the community to learn about discrimination and racial injustice in our community; and, 4) Identify and recommend to the City Council institutional and policy reforms, new social practices, expectations, protocols, habits, rituals, conversations and celebrations that will move Iowa City toward a shared experience of race and difference, justice and equity and community and harmony. The TRC shall have members who are representative of the City's BIPOC communities and organizations, including those who have direct lived experience with systemic racism, as well as experts who support those communities. To the extent possible, as determined by the City Council, the TRC shall include representation from groups such as the Iowa Freedom Riders, the Black Voices Project, the South District Neighborhood Association, the Iowa City Human Rights Commission, and the Community Police Review Board. Johnson County residency is required. Iowa City residency is preferred but not required if an applicant offers expertise or representation not available from applicants who reside in Iowa City. Members of other City boards and commissions are eligible to serve on the TRC. • The TRC will have an organizational meeting within 30 days of appointment of all its members by the City Council and will determine the frequency and conduct of its meetings. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. An application can be completed and submitted on the City of Iowa City website at www.icgov.org or by contacting the City Clerk's office. Questions about the TRC appointment process should be directed to Kellie Grace 356-5041. Board/Commission Application Cover Board/Commission: Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission One vacancy to fill an unexpired term Upon appointment— December 31, 2024 It is hereby established, as a formal policy of the City Council of Iowa City, that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council Announcement Date: Application Deadline: Council Appointment Date: Date of Non -Gender Appointment: Gender Balance Requirement: Current Gender Balance: 12/12/23 1/30/23 2/6/24 3/11/24 After date above Council may appoint without regard to gender Female:5 Male:3 Gender Name and Address Female Campbell -Martin, Selema 1550 Deerfield Dr. North Liberty Male Hartig, Connor 108 S. Linn Street Apt.25 Male Kiche, Amos 2958 Keel Boat Loop Female Mohamed, Lubna 1905 Gleason Ave. Male Nakihinga, Emmanuel 742 Keswick Dr. (Johnson County Resident) Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission Demographic Report Name Term Term Stop Term Resident Occupation Gender* Age* Country of Sexual Orientation* Religion` Disability* Ethnicity* Gender Race* Type Number Years Ori in* Identity* Chastity Unexpired Unexpired 12131/2024 10 Nonprofit Admin Female 31 USA Straight Christian No Black Female Black Dillard Wangui Unexpired 12131/2024 18 years University Facukty Female 55 Kenya Female Roman No African Female African Gathua Catholic Clifton Unexpired 1213112024 7 years Gym owner and Male 39 United Straight Not No Black Male Black.Afdcan Johnson boxing coach States roil ious American Marie Krebs Unexpired Unexpired 12131/2024 24 years Patient Access Female 44 5 ecialist Lauren Unexpired Unexpired 12/3112024 1 year Title Abstractor Female Merritt Sikowis Unexpired 12/31/2024 16 years Executive Director Female 44 Canada I'm Plains Native No Plains Female Plains (Christine) of non-profit CreelSaulteaux and I American CreeiSaulteaux Cree/Saulteau Nobles relate accordingly. And x and Roma within that I have some Hungarian sexual practices that settlers might think are queer but aren't queer to me! Chad Unexpired Unexpired 12/3112024 NA Business Owner Male 57 USA Heterosexual Non No African Male Black Simmons Denomin American ational Christian Louis Unexpired Unexpired 1213112024 1984- Professor Male 68 United Heterosexual None No European Male Caucasian Tassinary 1990, Emeritus, Texas States American 2022- A&M University resent TAMU VACANT Unex ied Unexpired 12/31/2024 i Please note: The information provided is the Information provided on the application at the time of submission. Revised 01/23/2024 * Information is voluntary AD HOC TRUTH & RECONCILIATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE RECORD YEAR 2023 (Mcetitse Dateli NAME TERM EXP. 611 6115 7120 Bit 812 813 8117 8124 917 9114 9121 9/27 10/5 Dillard 1291/24 P P P P P p P P P P p P P Gathoa 12/31124 P P F p p p p A p p p p Harris 12/3 1,24 A ,A A A A A A A A A A A A Johnson 12/31f24 P P P P P p P P P A A P Krebs 12,13 L24 p P P P P P P P P P P A P Merritt L/31,24 P P P P P P F A P P P P P Nobiss 1291,_4 A P P P P P P A P A A A P Simmons 12131:24 - - A P P p A p P P Tassinary 1213124 - - P A P P P P P P KEY: P = Present A =Absent Advisory Board/Commission Application Form Submit Date: Jun 27, 2023 This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and distributed for the public. This application will be considered for twelve months only and automatically considered for any vacancy during that time. If appointed to a Board/Commission, all other applications will be removed from consideration. Profile . NOTE: Applicants must reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. • Date of Application (Date will be captured on form submission) Selena First Name Middle Initial First Name (Phonetic spelling) Last Name (Phonetic spelling) 1550 Deerfield Dr. Home Address North Liberty Cry Campbell -martin Last Name Suite or Apt IA 52317 State Postal Code Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? f Yes r No How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? Home: (708) 310-0218 Primary Phone Alternate Phone helphopeandlovefoundation@gmail.com Email Address Entrepreneur Occupation Gender ('This question is mandatory for the City to comply with the State's gender balance requirement, which treats gender as binary. "Gender Identity" may be provided in the Demographics section of the application below.)' [;F Female Boards & Commissions Selena E Campbell -martin Which Boards would you like to apply for? Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission Board Member Information: Eligible Preference on first choice (If multiple boards are being applied for.) TRC Interests & Experiences Experience and/or activities which you feel qualify you for this position: Community Leader & Humanitarian What is your present knowledge of each advisory board you are interested in? I have attended a number of meetings for the TRC. I am familiar and aware of the primary functions and goals related to the TRC. Potential Conflicts of Interest Please contact the City Attorney at 356-5030 to discuss questions or concerns regarding a potential conflict of interest. The following describe some but not all potential conflicts. The Housing and Community Development Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the distribution of federal CBDG/HOME funds. The general rule is that no persons who exercise or have exercised any functions or responsibilities with respect to federally funded activities, or who are in a position to participate in the decision-making process or gain inside information with regard to such activities, may obtain a financial interest or benefit from a federally—assisted activity, or have a financial interest in any contract, subcontract, or agreement with respect to a federally -assisted activity, or with respect to the proceeds of the federally -assisted activity, either for themselves or those with whom they have business or immediate family ties, during their tenure or for one year thereafter. Most members of City Boards and Commissions are employed, and/or have a financial interest in one or more non-profit entities. 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. In order to navigate potential conflicts of interest for certain matters, please list any and all business or non-profit entities in which you have an employment or financial interest. Selena E Campbell -martin List your answers here: My Personal Nonprofit Help Hope and Love Foundation Founder, President & CEO Res. #15-300 states that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council policy is not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time. You will be asked to resign from one if appointed to another. Do you currently serve on another Iowa City board or commission? r Yes n No (Optional) Demographic Information The City Council values all types of diversity on its Boards and Commissions. Your responses on this page provide valuable information to the Council in achieving that goal. In order to ensure that the Board and Commission is representative of the community and the groups(s) which it serves, please provide your information for the following: Age 51 Country of Origin us Sexual Orientation Heterosexual Religion Christian Do you have a disability No Ethnicity African American Selena E Campbell -martin Race Black Gender Identity Female 'NOTE: The Human Rights Commission strives to ensure the Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, appointment shall take into consideration persons of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city. (Ordinance) The Housing and Community Development Commission strives to satisfy its purpose and intent, when possible to have at least one person with expertise in construction, at least one person with expertise in finance, and one person who receives rental assistance. (Resolution) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, except demographics, Council will not consider your application. You are encouraged to contact individual Council Members to express your interest in serving. Please Agree with the Following Statement I certify that the information I have given on this application is complete and correct. r 1 Agree Selena E Campbell -martin Date of Application 3/8/2023 First Name" Connor Last Name Hartig First Name ( Phonetic spelling ) Optional Last Name ( Phonetic spelling ) Optional Home Address" 108 S Linn Street Apt 25 City* Iowa City State IA Zip Code* 52240 Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City?" Yes Contact Phone Number" 5638451232 Email Address* connorhartigl232@gmail.com Boards & Commissions Select a Board or Commission you are interested in: * Community Police Review Board (CPRB) Select a Board or Commission you are interested in: Human Rights Commission Advisory Board/Commission Application Form 5N This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and distributed for the This public. This application will be considered for twelve months only and automatically CITY OF IOWA CITY considered for any vacancy during that time. UNESCO CITY of LITERATURE If appointed to a Board/Commission, all other applications will be removed from consideration. NOTE: Applicants must reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. Date of Application 3/8/2023 First Name" Connor Last Name Hartig First Name ( Phonetic spelling ) Optional Last Name ( Phonetic spelling ) Optional Home Address" 108 S Linn Street Apt 25 City* Iowa City State IA Zip Code* 52240 Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City?" Yes Contact Phone Number" 5638451232 Email Address* connorhartigl232@gmail.com Boards & Commissions Select a Board or Commission you are interested in: * Community Police Review Board (CPRB) Select a Board or Commission you are interested in: Human Rights Commission Select a Board or Commission you are interested in: Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission Select a Board or Commission you are interested in: Climate Action Commission Select a Board or Commission you are interested in: Civil Service Commission Preference on first choice If multiple boards are being applied for. Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Comission How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 2 years, 9 months Occupation:* Service Manager at Chipotle Mexican Grill Gender* 'This question is mandatory in order for the City to comply with the State's gender balance requirement, which treats gender as binary. "Gender Identity" may be provided in the Demographics sectionof the application below. Male Female Experience and/or activities which you feel qualify you for this position: Political Science B.A., Philosophy in Philosophy, Human Rights Certification, Pre -Law (expected May 2024) Leadership and Non -Discrimination Training (2022/23 through Chipotle) Academics and Professionalism Committee Member of Phi -Alpha Delta (Pre -Law Fraternity) (2021 -present) Dubuque Caucus Precinct Captain & County Democrats Committee Member (2020) What is your present knowledge of each advisory board you are interested in?* The knowledge I have pertaining to each advisory board is limited to the content provided on the Advisory Board/Commission site, as I just recently heard about the opportunity from the instructor of my "Governance and Human Rights" course. Although I do not have a thorough understanding of the work that each commission has done, I am eager and willing to put in the work to establish that knowledge. Please contact the City Attorney at 356-5030 to discuss questions or concerns regarding a potential conflict of interest. The following describe some but not all potential conflicts. Potential Conflicts of Interest The Housing and Community Development Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the distribution of federal CBDG/HOME funds. The general rule is that no persons who exercise or have exercised any functions or responsibilities with respect to federally funded activities, or who are in a position to participate in the decision-making process or gain inside information with regard to such activities, may obtain a financial interest or benefit from a federally—assisted activity, or have a financial interest in any contract, subcontract, or agreement with respect to a federally -assisted activity, or with respect to the proceeds of the federally -assisted activity, either for themselves or those with whom they have business or immediate family ties, during their tenure or for one year thereafter. 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. City Council Resolution # 15-300 established a policy that the following persons shall not be eligible for appointment to Boards and Commissions: A Council Member's spouse, domestic partner or partner by cohabitation, children, step -children, children for whom the Council Member assumes parental responsibility, mother, father, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, mother-in-law, father-in-law, step-parent, brother, sister, step -siblings and half - siblings, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, grandparents and grandchildren, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, first cousin, foster parent, foster child, persons who are parents of the same child, and persons with whom the employee is in an intimate relationship Res. #15-300 states that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council policy is not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time. You will be asked to resign from one if appointed to another. Do you currently have a conflict of Interest? No Do you currently serve on another Iowa City board or commission?* No (Optional) Demographic Information The City Council values all types of diversity on its Boards and Commissions. Your responses on this page provide valuable information to the Council in achieving that goal. In order to ensure that the Board and Commission is representative of the community and the groups(s) which it serves, please provide your information for the following: Age 20 Country of Origin United States Sexual Orientation Gay Religion Agnostic Do you have a disability? No Ethnicity German Race White Gender identity Male *NOTE: The Human Rights Commission strives to ensure the Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, appointment shall take into consideration persons of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city. (Ordinance) The Housing and Community Development Commission strives to satisfy its purpose and intent, when possible to have at least one person with expertise in construction, at least one person with expertise in finance, and one person who receives rental assistance. (Resolution) Signature of Applicant" Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, except demographics, Council will not consider your application. You are encouraged to contact individual Council Members to express your interest in serving. Advisory Board/Commission Application Form Submit Date: Jan 15, 2024 This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and distributed for the public. This application will be considered for twelve months only and automatically considered for any vacancy during that time. If appointed to a Board/Commission, all other applications will be removed from consideration. Profile . NOTE: Applicants must reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. • Date of Application (Date will be captured on form submission) Amos O Kiche First Name Middle Initial Last Name First Name (Phonetic spelling) Last Name (Phonetic spelling) 2958 Keel Boat Loop Home Address Suite or Apt Iowa City IA 52240 City State Postal Code Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? f Yes r No How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 33 Mobile: (319) 400-3250 Primary Phone Alternate Phone amkiche@gmail.com Email Address Janitorial Business Owner and Research Occupation Gender ('This question is mandatory for the City to comply with the State's gender balance requirement, which treats gender as binary. "Gender Identity" may be provided in the Demographics section of the application below.)' W Male Boards & Commissions Amos 0 Kiche Which Boards would you like to apply for? Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission Board Member Information: Eligible Preference on first choice (If multiple boards are being applied for.) Interests & Experiences Experience and/or activities which you feel qualify you for this position: Interests: I am excited about this opportunity to contribute to my community through the Iowa City Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). I am interested in the completion of a report which can be used to create awareness on the prevalence of racism and injustices experienced by the BIPOC in Iowa City area, build bridges, and abate systems which perpetuate poor living conditions among the BIPOC. The Iowa City TRC is unique. Unlike other truth commissions that focus on specific historically charges like the forced separation and poor treatment of children of Canadian Indigenous peoples and the Australian Aborigines, this commission considers historical and contemporary cases of racism, injustices and human rights violations. The commission will produce an important baseline report upon which future experiences and policies can be evaluated. Reforms and restorative justice will depend on the quality of the report, and it's ability to inform and sustain reforms. It is this expectation that sparks my interest in the position as demonstrated by my attendance and participation in public hearing and training sessions. Education and Experiences: I am an economist with experience in multi -disciplinary research methods. I am conversant with econometric and statistical data analysis. After completing a B. A. (Econ) degree in 1985 at the University of Nairobi (Kenya), I became a planning officer at the Ministry of Agriculture (Kenya Government) for six months. I then went back to the University of Nairobi and graduated with a M. A. (Econ) degree in 1987. I was then employed as a health economist with the African Medical Research Foundation (AMREF) based in Nairobi (Kenya). I left this position for an appointment as a Junior Research Fellow at the Institute for Development Studies (IDS) of the University of Nairobi. In August 1989 I came to the University of Iowa on a Ford Foundation scholarship as part of the training in economics. I became a teaching assistant in the department of economics and was also a tutor at the University of Iowa New Dimensions for Learning Center, and at Kirkwood College. I was a research assistant at the University of Iowa Center for International Rural and Environmental Health (CIREH) where I authored a research paper; "Aging and Farm Occupational Health". Later I became a research assistant at the University of Iowa Office for International Education (OIES) and completed two research projects; "The Economic Contribution of International Students to Iowa City Area Economy"; and "Residential Choices by International Students in Iowa City Area". I graduated with a M.A (Econ,1993) having completed two empirical research papers using human capital theories; "Fertility, Child Labor and Economic Growth" and "Child Adoption and Human Capital Contracts". I took other courses outside economics department on; US health care financing, international health, development policy and planning, and economics of human resources. When my teaching and research assistantships ran out, I became a student custodian at the University of Iowa and later got a part-time job with a janitorial firm in Iowa City. A few years later I purchased the business after the owner passed on. This meant a slight break from academics but I continue working on my Ph .D dissertation " Essays on Informal Kin Unemployment Insurance Contracts and Job Search in Urban Kenya ". I am a member of the Board of Directors of the African Communities Network of Iowa (ACN). Apart from conducting regular Board assignments, I volunteer time and expertise in examining the challenges faced by immigrant and refugee communities in navigating their livelihoods in Johnson County. I look for evidence on the concerns emanating from lack of awareness, mistrust of systems, and a plethora of social injustices in education, health care, employment, and economic opportunities. The task of the commission somehow resembles my work in the community. I am currently working on a report "Awareness and Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect among African Immigrants and Refugees in Johnson County ". This report is based on data Amos 0 Kiche from public sources and from a small sample of African immigrants and refugees attending a cultural - bridging social event sponsored by the department of human and health services (Johnson County) in April 2023 ( https://www.academia.edu/113510320/CULTURE—BRIDGING—PROJECT). The African immigrant and refugee communities are experiencing a disproportionately high prevalence rate of child neglect and abuse leading to separation of children from their parents. Johnson county does not provide data on race and ethnicity or country of origin of the cases, but they know where rates are alarming. Of all the Johnson County cases between 2004-2021, 60-80% were due to denial of critical care. Our survey took a critical look at the causes among immigrants and refugees and calls for parent groups project and a dialogue with the hosting community and local governments. Upon the recommendation of African Communities Network of Iowa Board, the Johnson County Decategorization Board established a Disproportionate Minority Contact (DMC) committee on data tracking, reporting systems and child policy and practice change ( https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/social-services/youth-family-services) . In 2019, the University of Iowa (College of Public Health) financed a social gathering of African Communities Network of Iowa to conduct social group survey on mental health awareness among African immigrants and refugees in Iowa and Linn counties. I co-authored a report; https://www.academia.edu/1 02358303/Mental—Health—Awareness—and_Resou rces_Uti I ization_among_Af i What is your present knowledge of each advisory board you are interested in? The City of Iowa City Ad Hoc TRC is composed of 9 commissioners working on a -fact-finding, truth - telling, and reconciliation- charge. The TRC works with a team of Iowa City staff and consultants/facilitators. Currently, the City of Iowa City has spent about $440,000 on consultancy contracts and facilitation. The first phase has concentrated on training commissioners on the options, limits and best practices of fact-finding and truth -telling to avoid harm and trauma to people. The commission identified areas and issues for fact-finding, discussed methods of collecting the information, and are waiting for Kearns & West to deliver their findings. The commission will review and evaluate the facts in terms of scope, depth, and limitations. I have made contributions on issues of community engagement, and use of reports to describe the status of the BIPOC community, and it's growing culturally different component of immigrants and refugees. As a commissioner I will ascertain evidence -based conclusions and resolutions, - a primer for healing, reconciliation, and restorative justice. The commission has noted that the process is like making a three-legged stool supported by facts, truths and reconciliation. For some people talking about experiences in preliminary public hearings or in small circles have been the beginning of their healing and reconciliation. Think Peace and the Native Partners have trained and cautioned the commission on the possibility that their work in itself can be a source of trauma. Healing can be contemporaneous with fact-finding and truth -telling as a consequence, however much of the healing will require long term strategies. On November 21 st, 2023 the city council of City of Iowa City did not object to entering phase 2. The commission has embarked on planning inclusive public truth -telling events, personal invitations of individuals, and small group testimonies on injustices and biases. Accommodations for different languages, disability. gender, fear, trauma, retaliation, and other unique challenges are part of the planning. The commission will not only be interested in the facts, but will also hear how such injustices and other violations have impact daily livelihoods, physical and mental health of family members, and their communities. Facts obtained from Kearns & West are going to be instrumental in planning closed and public hearings on the situation of the BIPOC. The commission expects to hear from public authorities managing local institutions and report to the community on access and implications. All these findings will be rigorously and systematically analyzed and complied in a report.. I am ready to work with other commissioners in expediting the process and improving the quality of the report using the knowledge acquired through TRC training and my expertise in research. Potential Conflicts of Interest Please contact the City Attorney at 356-5030 to discuss questions or concerns regarding a potential conflict of interest. The following describe some but not all potential conflicts. Amos 0 Kiche The Housing and Community Development Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the distribution of federal CBDG/HOME funds. The general rule is that no persons who exercise or have exercised any functions or responsibilities with respect to federally funded activities, or who are in a position to participate in the decision-making process or gain inside information with regard to such activities, may obtain a financial interest or benefit from a federally—assisted activity, or have a financial interest in any contract, subcontract, or agreement with respect to a federally -assisted activity, or with respect to the proceeds of the federally -assisted activity, either for themselves or those with whom they have business or immediate family ties, during their tenure or for one year thereafter. Most members of City Boards and Commissions are employed, and/or have a financial interest in one or more non-profit entities. 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. In order to navigate potential conflicts of interest for certain matters, please list any and all business or non-profit entities in which you have an employment or financial interest. List your answers here: None Res. #22-78 states that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council policy is not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time. You will be asked to resign from one if appointed to another. Do you currently serve on another Iowa City board or commission? r Yes F No (Optional) Demographic Information The City Council values all types of diversity on its Boards and Commissions. Your responses on this page provide valuable information to the Council in achieving that goal. In order to ensure that the Board and Commission is representative of the community and the groups(s) which it serves, please provide your information for the following: Age 63 years Amos 0 Kiche Country of Origin Kenya Sexual Orientation Heterosexual Religion Christian Do you have a disability None Ethnicity African Race Black Gender Identity Male 'NOTE: The Human Rights Commission strives to ensure the Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, appointment shall take into consideration persons of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city. (Ordinance) The Housing and Community Development Commission strives to satisfy its purpose and intent, when possible to have at least one person with expertise in construction, at least one person with expertise in finance, and one person who receives rental assistance. (Resolution) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, except demographics, Council will not consider your application. You are encouraged to contact individual Council Members to express your interest in serving. Please Agree with the Following Statement I certify that the information I have given on this application is complete and correct. r I Agree Amos 0 Kiche Advisory Board/Commission Application Form Submit Date: Oct 24, 2023 This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and distributed for the public. This application will be considered for twelve months only and automatically considered for any vacancy during that time. If appointed to a Board/Commission, all other applications will be removed from consideration. Profile . NOTE: Applicants must reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. • Date of Application (Date will be captured on form submission) Lubna First Name First Name (Phonetic spelling) Last Name (Phonetic spelling) 1905 Gleason Ave Home Address Iowa city Cry S Middle Initial Mohamed Last Name Suite or Apt IA 52240 State Postal Code Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? G Yes r No How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 10 years Mobile: (319) 330-1421 Home: (319) 333-1613 Primary Phone Alternate Phone mohamed.lubna@iowacityschools.org Email Address Para substitute - Arabic interpreter Occupation Gender ('This question is mandatory for the City to comply with the State's gender balance requirement, which treats gender as binary. "Gender Identity" may be provided in the Demographics section of the application below.)' [;F Female Boards & Commissions Lubna S Mohamed Which Boards would you like to apply for? Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission Board Member Information: Eligible Preference on first choice (If multiple boards are being applied for.) Interests & Experiences Experience and/or activities which you feel qualify you for this position: I'm from Sudan and we have a lot of people from Sudan in Iowa city, Coraville and north liberty, I deal with issues and also I'm a member at the NAACP, I usually work closely with Mr Sanders and reported to him the issues and discrimination issues in my community. What is your present knowledge of each advisory board you are interested in? As a member of NAACP i have an experience about the discrimination in housing, educations and different area addition to my Sudanese community racial discrimination issues. Potential Conflicts of Interest Please contact the City Attorney at 356-5030 to discuss questions or concerns regarding a potential conflict of interest. The following describe some but not all potential conflicts. The Housing and Community Development Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the distribution of federal CBDG/HOME funds. The general rule is that no persons who exercise or have exercised any functions or responsibilities with respect to federally funded activities, or who are in a position to participate in the decision-making process or gain inside information with regard to such activities, may obtain a financial interest or benefit from a federally—assisted activity, or have a financial interest in any contract, subcontract, or agreement with respect to a federally -assisted activity, or with respect to the proceeds of the federally -assisted activity, either for themselves or those with whom they have business or immediate family ties, during their tenure or for one year thereafter. Most members of City Boards and Commissions are employed, and/or have a financial interest in one or more non-profit entities. 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. In order to navigate potential conflicts of interest for certain matters, please list any and all business or non-profit entities in which you have an employment or financial interest. Lubna S Mohamed List your answers here: None Res. #22-78 states that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council policy is not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time. You will be asked to resign from one if appointed to another. Do you currently serve on another Iowa City board or commission? r Yes n No (Optional) Demographic Information The City Council values all types of diversity on its Boards and Commissions. Your responses on this page provide valuable information to the Council in achieving that goal. In order to ensure that the Board and Commission is representative of the community and the groups(s) which it serves, please provide your information for the following: Age Country of Origin Sexual Orientation Religion Do you have a disability Ethnicity Race Gender Identity Lubna S Mohamed 'NOTE: The Human Rights Commission strives to ensure the Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, appointment shall take into consideration persons of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city. (Ordinance) The Housing and Community Development Commission strives to satisfy its purpose and intent, when possible to have at least one person with expertise in construction, at least one person with expertise in finance, and one person who receives rental assistance. (Resolution) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, except demographics, Council will not consider your application. You are encouraged to contact individual Council Members to express your interest in serving. Please Agree with the Following Statement I certify that the information I have given on this application is complete and correct. W I Agree Lubna S Mohamed Advisory Board/Commission Application Form Submit Date: Jul 13, 2023 This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and distributed for the public. This application will be considered for twelve months only and automatically considered for any vacancy during that time. If appointed to a Board/Commission, all other applications will be removed from consideration. Profile . NOTE: Applicants must reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. • Date of Application (Date will be captured on form submission) Emmanuel B Nakihinga First Name Middle Initial Last Name First Name (Phonetic spelling) Emmanuel Last Name (Phonetic spelling) Nakihinga 742 Keswick Dr. Home Address Suite or Apt Iowa City IA 52246 City State Postal Code Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? 0Yes 0No How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 7 years Mobile: (319) 259-3530 Home: (319) 202-2945 Primary Phone Alternate Phone enakihinga@gmail.com Email Address Student Occupation Gender ('This question is mandatory for the City to comply with the State's gender balance requirement, which treats gender as binary. "Gender Identity" may be provided in the Demographics section of the application below.)' r Male Emmanuel B Nakihinga Boards & Commissions Which Boards would you like to apply for? Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission Board Member Information: Eligible Preference on first choice (If multiple boards are being applied for.) Interests & Experiences Experience and/or activities which you feel qualify you for this position As a recent college student, I participated as the Treasure on the African Student Union. I was tasked with finding various financial avenues that the student organization could use to fund events that could promote unity. Our events also were safe spaces for various African people to interact and share their stories. I am also on the board of a newly funded non-profit organization called Neighborhood Youth United. We aim to create safe spaces youths in all minority groups and to progive them with the resources that they need to be successful in life. What is your present knowledge of each advisory board you are interested in? The Truth and Reconciliation Commission aims to carry out restorative justice through the collection of testimonies and public hearings. Members of this commission are focused on addressing various forms of discrimination and aim to promote structural change. Potential Conflicts of Interest Please contact the City Attorney at 356-5030 to discuss questions or concerns regarding a potential conflict of interest. The following describe some but not all potential conflicts. The Housing and Community Development Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the distribution of federal CBDG/HOME funds. The general rule is that no persons who exercise or have exercised any functions or responsibilities with respect to federally funded activities, or who are in a position to participate in the decision-making process or gain inside information with regard to such activities, may obtain a financial interest or benefit from a federally—assisted activity, or have a financial interest in any contract, subcontract, or agreement with respect to a federally -assisted activity, or with respect to the proceeds of the federally -assisted activity, either for themselves or those with whom they have business or immediate family ties, during their tenure or for one year thereafter. Emmanuel B Nakihinga Most members of City Boards and Commissions are employed, and/or have a financial interest in one or more non-profit entities. 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. In order to navigate potential conflicts of interest for certain matters, please list any and all business or non-profit entities in which you have an employment or financial interest. List your answers here: W4 Res. #15-300 states that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council policy is not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time. You will be asked to resign from one if appointed to another. Do you currently serve on another Iowa City board or commission? r Yes n No (Optional) Demographic Information The City Council values all types of diversity on its Boards and Commissions. Your responses on this page provide valuable information to the Council in achieving that goal. In order to ensure that the Board and Commission is representative of the community and the groups(s) which it serves, please provide your information for the following: Age 21 Country of Origin Democratic Republic of Congo Sexual Orientation Male Religion Christian Emmanuel B Nakihinga Do you have a disability no Ethnicity Congolese Race African American Gender Identity male 'NOTE: The Human Rights Commission strives to ensure the Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, appointment shall take into consideration persons of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city. (Ordinance) The Housing and Community Development Commission strives to satisfy its purpose and intent, when possible to have at least one person with expertise in construction, at least one person with expertise in finance, and one person who receives rental assistance. (Resolution) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, except demographics, Council will not consider your application. You are encouraged to contact individual Council Members to express your interest in serving. Please Agree with the Following Statement I certify that the information I have given on this application is complete and correct. p 1 Agree Emmanuel B Nakihinga Item Number: 11.b. CITY OF IOWA CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT February 6, 2024 Board of Appeals - One vacancy for an HVAC or Building Design Professional or a qualified trade representative, with experience and training (if after three months no professional applies or is appointed) to fill a five-year term, January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2028. (Term expires for Jim Walker) Attachments: Vacancy Announcement & Coversheet Board Demographics & Attendance Yost, Nicolas - Application 711111111[11q� THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY IS CONSIDERING APPOINTMENT TO THE FOLLOWING BOARDi One Vacancy: Five -Year Term January 1.2024 - December 31.2O28 One (1)HVAC nrBuilding Design Professional Or Aqualified trade representative, with experience and training (if after 8months noprofessional applies orisappointed) » Kisthe duty nfmembers ofthe Board nJAppeals to: Hold appeal hearings nn matters concerning the International Building Code, International Residential Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electric Code, International Mechanical Code, International Fire Code, and the Iowa City Housing Code. * The Board meets the first Monday of each month at 4:00 p.m. or at the call of the Building Official. Iowa City -appointed members of boards and commissions must bmat least 18years old and reside in the City of Iowa City. The City of Iowa City encourages diversity in the appointment to boards and commissions. An application can be completed and submitted on the City ofIowa City website at .urbycontacting the Clerk's office. Vacancy open until filled. Questions regarding the Board of Appeals should be directed to Tim Hennes, Sr Building Inspector Board/Commission: Board of Appeals — HVAC or Building Design Professional One vacancy to fill a five-year term. January 1, 2024 — December 31, 2028 A qualified trade representative, with experience and training (if after 3 months no professional applies or is appointed) It is hereby established, as a formal policy of the City Council of Iowa City, that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council Announcement Date: 10/17/2023 Application Deadline: 12/05/2023 Council Appointment Date: 12/12/2023 Date of Non -Gender Appointment: 01/15/2024 Gender Balance Requirement Current Gender Balance: Gender Male After date above Council may appoint without regard to gender 1- None Female:1 Male:3 Name and Address Yost, Nicolas 1611 McCleary Lane Board of Appeals Demographic Report Name Category Term Term Stop Term Resident Occupation Gender* Age* Country of Sexual Religion* Disability* Ethnicity* Gender Race* Type Number Years Origin* Orientation* Identity* GT Kan Qualified by Unexpired 1213112025 Life long Contractor Male 42 United Cis white No Caucasian experience States straight male (Licensed Electrician ) Thomas Building design Unexpired 1213112026 26 Architect Male McInerney professional Andrew Martin Representative Full 2 1213112027 31 Years Remodling Male from Home Contractor Builders Association of Andrea French Licensed Plumber Full 4 1213112027 40 Years Plumber Female VACANT HVAC or Building Full 1 12131120231 Design 1 1 Professional Please note: The information provided is the information provided on the application at the time of submission. * Information is voluntary (1) licensed Electrician (1) Licensed Plumber (1) HVAC Professional (i)Home Builders Association Representative (1) Building Design Professional I (If a qualified trade representative does not submit an application within (3) months of the announcement of the vacancy, a member may be appointed -who is qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction) BOARD OF APPEALS ATTENDANCE RECORD 2023 KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused -- = Not a Member 416 5/1 French, Andrea X X Martin, Andrew X X McInerney, Thomas X X Karr, GT X X Walker, Jim O O KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused -- = Not a Member Advisory Board/Commission Application Form Submit Date: Oct 24, 2023 This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and distributed for the public. This application will be considered for twelve months only and automatically considered for any vacancy during that time. If appointed to a Board/Commission, all other applications will be removed from consideration. Profile . NOTE: Applicants must reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. • Date of Application (Date will be captured on form submission) Nicolas First Name First Name (Phonetic spelling) Last Name (Phonetic spelling) 1611 McCleary Lane Home Address Iowa City Cry B.c. Middle Initial Yost Last Name Suite or Apt IA 52245 State Postal Code Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? f Yes r No How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? 3 years Mobile: (254) 548-5946 Primary Phone nicolas.bc.yost@gmail.com Email Address attorney Occupation Alternate Phone Gender ('This question is mandatory for the City to comply with the State's gender balance requirement, which treats gender as binary. "Gender Identity" may be provided in the Demographics section of the application below.)' W Male Boards & Commissions Nicolas B.c. Yost Which Boards would you like to apply for? Board of Appeals Board Member Information: Eligible Preference on first choice (If multiple boards are being applied for.) Question applies to Board of Appeals Board Member Information Board of Appeals Category' p At -Large Interests & Experiences Experience and/or activities which you feel qualify you for this position: Work with building codes and other real estate statutes on a regular basis What is your present knowledge of each advisory board you are interested in? Acquainted with the board's procedure and operations as a result of viewing previous meetings. Potential Conflicts of Interest Please contact the City Attorney at 356-5030 to discuss questions or concerns regarding a potential conflict of interest. The following describe some but not all potential conflicts. The Housing and Community Development Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding the distribution of federal CBDG/HOME funds. The general rule is that no persons who exercise or have exercised any functions or responsibilities with respect to federally funded activities, or who are in a position to participate in the decision-making process or gain inside information with regard to such activities, may obtain a financial interest or benefit from a federally—assisted activity, or have a financial interest in any contract, subcontract, or agreement with respect to a federally -assisted activity, or with respect to the proceeds of the federally -assisted activity, either for themselves or those with whom they have business or immediate family ties, during their tenure or for one year thereafter. Most members of City Boards and Commissions are employed, and/or have a financial interest in one or more non-profit entities. 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. In order to navigate potential conflicts of interest for certain matters, please list any and all business or non-profit entities in which you have an employment or financial interest. Nicolas B.c. Yost List your answers here: IU4 Res. #22-78 states that each application for reappointment to a City Board or Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. If reappointed, an individual would be limited to one reappointment to a full term in order to increase the opportunities for new applicants to serve. Council policy is not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time. You will be asked to resign from one if appointed to another. Do you currently serve on another Iowa City board or commission? r Yes n No (Optional) Demographic Information The City Council values all types of diversity on its Boards and Commissions. Your responses on this page provide valuable information to the Council in achieving that goal. In order to ensure that the Board and Commission is representative of the community and the groups(s) which it serves, please provide your information for the following: Age 26 Country of Origin Unites States Sexual Orientation heterosexual Religion christian Do you have a disability no Ethnicity caucasian Nicolas B.c. Yost Race Gender Identity male 'NOTE: The Human Rights Commission strives to ensure the Commission is representative of the community. Therefore, appointment shall take into consideration persons of various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the city. (Ordinance) The Housing and Community Development Commission strives to satisfy its purpose and intent, when possible to have at least one person with expertise in construction, at least one person with expertise in finance, and one person who receives rental assistance. (Resolution) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, except demographics, Council will not consider your application. You are encouraged to contact individual Council Members to express your interest in serving. Please Agree with the Following Statement I certify that the information I have given on this application is complete and correct. W I Agree Nicolas B.c. Yost