HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-03-10 Human Relations Commission AgendaHuman Relations Commission
Regular Meeting
Thursday, March 10, 2022
Council Chambers & Virtual
6:00 PM
AMENDED
https://zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone number: 1 669 900 6833
Pursuant to AB 361 Palo Alto Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the
option to attend by teleconference/video conference or in per son. To maximize public safety
while still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose to
participate in the meeting from home or attend the meeting in person. Information on how the
public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda or online
here.
To Participate in Person, you must:
• Provide Proof of Vaccination or negative COVID-19 test (taken within 48 hours)
• Face masks are strongly recommended
• Maintain social distancing is strongly recommended
• If you cannot or do not wish to comply, you can still participate virtually
Members of the public may comment by sending an email to HRC@cityofpaloalto.org or by
attending the meeting in person, or via Zoom virtual meeting to give live comments. Instructions
for the Zoom meeting can be found on the last page of this agenda. Commissioner Names,
Biographies, Present and Archived Agendas and Reports are available online:
https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City -Hall/Boards -Commissions/Human -Relations -
Commission
The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on YouTube at
https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and s t r e a m e d t o Midpen Media Center at
https://midpenmedia.org
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
(Members of the public may address the Commission during the period reserved for Public
Comment on any subject not on the agenda for a period of time up to three minutes per
speaker, to be determined by the presiding officer).
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS
This is the point in the meeting where a vote may be taken to add or change the order of the
agenda to improve meeting management.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. February 12, 2022
BUSINESS
1. Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Use of Teleconferencing for Human Relations
Commission Meetings During Covid-19 State of Emergency- Staff – Action (5 minutes)
2. Recommendations to City Council for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Funding for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and recommend approval of the draft Annual Action
Plan - Action - Public Hearing (30 minutes) ATTACHMENT 1 – ATTACHMENT 2
3. Community Listening Session with City Manager Ed Shikada on key qualities of the next
police chief and community priorities for the Palo Alto Police Department - Chair Smith -
Discussion - (90 minutes)
4. Commissioner comments and consideration of avenues for HRC response to recent hate
incidents in the community - Smith –Action (15 minutes)
REPORTS FROM OFFICIALS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
1. Commissioner Reports
2. Council Liaison Report
3. Staff Liaison Report
TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR NEXT REGULAR MEETING: April 14, 2022
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC DOCUMENTS
Our Mission: To promote the just and fair treatment of all people in Palo Alto, particularly our
most vulnerable populations. By promoting awareness of issues and enabling conversations
that enhance inclusion, the HRC strives to create a community where civility, respect and
responsible actions are the norm.
Americans with Disability Act (ADA)
It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily
accessible to all. Persons with disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require
auxiliary aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at (650) 329 -
2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or accommodations must be submitted
at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or service.
Public Comment Instructions
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1.Written public comments may be submitted by email to HRC@CityofPaloAlto.org
2.Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, click on the link below for the
appropriate meeting to access a Zoom-based meeting. Please read the following
instructions carefully.
A.You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in-browser. If
using your browser, make sure you are using a current, up -to-date browser:
Chrome 30+, Firefox 27+, Microsoft Edge 12+, Safari 7+. Certain functionality
may be disabled in older browsers including Internet Explorer.
B.You will be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify
you that it is your turn to speak.
C.When you wish to speak on an agenda item, click on “raise hand”. The
moderator will activate and unmute attendees in turn. Speakers will be notified
shortly before they are called to speak. The Zoom application will prompt you to
unmute your microphone when it is your turn to speak.
D.When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted.
E.A timer will be shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3.Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the HRC, download the Zoom application onto your
phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID below.
Please follow instructions B-E above.
4.Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Commission. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit
your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
https://zoom.us/join
Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701
Phone number: 1 669 900 6833