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2023-09-14 Human Relations Commission Agenda Packet
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Regular Meeting Thursday, September 14, 2023 Council Chambers & Hybrid 6:00 PM Pursuant to AB 361 Palo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas and reports are available at https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City‐Hall/Boards‐Commissions/Human‐ Relations‐Commission. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91994548701) Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833 PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to HRC@cityofpaloalto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subject line. PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only by email to HRC@cityofpaloalto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not accepted. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.August 10, 2023 BUSINESS ITEMS 2 Presentation of results from Avenidas’ Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults (CASOA). ‐ Presentation ‐ Amy Yotopoulos, Avenidas CEO ‐ (45 minutes) INFORMATIONAL REPORT 3 Information Item: Summary of Fiscal Year 2022‐2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Accomplishments – Review Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). – Clare Campbell, Manager Long Range Planning – (30 minutes) BUSINESS ITEMS 4.Updates on the 2023‐2024 HRC Work Plan Items. – Discussion – Smith – (30 minutes) CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS Members of the public may not speak to the item(s) Commissioner Reports Council Liaison Report Staff Liaison Report COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS Members of the public may not speak to the item(s) ADJOURNMENT PUBLIC DOCUMENTS 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 Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐ based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully. 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. You may 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. When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they are called to speak. When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. 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 Council, download the Zoom application onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID below. Please follow the 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 Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted. CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833 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. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSIONRegular MeetingThursday, September 14, 2023Council Chambers & Hybrid6:00 PMPursuant to AB 361 Palo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with theoption to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safetywhile still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose toparticipate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe andparticipate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged ifattending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live onYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas andreports are available at https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City‐Hall/Boards‐Commissions/Human‐Relations‐Commission. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91994548701)Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance toHRC@cityofpaloalto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on theCity’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subjectline. PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only by email to HRC@cityofpaloalto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not accepted. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.August 10, 2023 BUSINESS ITEMS 2 Presentation of results from Avenidas’ Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults (CASOA). ‐ Presentation ‐ Amy Yotopoulos, Avenidas CEO ‐ (45 minutes) INFORMATIONAL REPORT 3 Information Item: Summary of Fiscal Year 2022‐2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Accomplishments – Review Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). – Clare Campbell, Manager Long Range Planning – (30 minutes) BUSINESS ITEMS 4.Updates on the 2023‐2024 HRC Work Plan Items. – Discussion – Smith – (30 minutes) CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS Members of the public may not speak to the item(s) Commissioner Reports Council Liaison Report Staff Liaison Report COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS Members of the public may not speak to the item(s) ADJOURNMENT PUBLIC DOCUMENTS 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 Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐ based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully. 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. You may 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. When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they are called to speak. When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. 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 Council, download the Zoom application onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID below. Please follow the 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 Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted. CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833 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. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSIONRegular MeetingThursday, September 14, 2023Council Chambers & Hybrid6:00 PMPursuant to AB 361 Palo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with theoption to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safetywhile still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose toparticipate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe andparticipate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged ifattending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live onYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas andreports are available at https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City‐Hall/Boards‐Commissions/Human‐Relations‐Commission. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91994548701)Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance toHRC@cityofpaloalto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on theCity’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subjectline.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to HRC@cityofpaloalto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.CALL TO ORDERPUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda.AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSThe Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.APPROVAL OF MINUTES1.August 10, 2023BUSINESS ITEMS2Presentation of results from Avenidas’ Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults(CASOA). ‐ Presentation ‐ Amy Yotopoulos, Avenidas CEO ‐ (45 minutes)INFORMATIONAL REPORT3Information Item: Summary of Fiscal Year 2022‐2023 Community Development BlockGrant (CDBG) Program Accomplishments – Review Consolidated Annual Performance andEvaluation Report (CAPER). – Clare Campbell, Manager Long Range Planning – (30minutes)BUSINESS ITEMS4.Updates on the 2023‐2024 HRC Work Plan Items. – Discussion – Smith – (30 minutes)CITY OFFICIAL REPORTSMembers of the public may not speak to the item(s)Commissioner ReportsCouncil Liaison ReportStaff Liaison ReportCOMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS ANDAGENDASMembers of the public may not speak to the item(s) ADJOURNMENT PUBLIC DOCUMENTS 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 Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐ based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully. 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. You may 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. When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they are called to speak. When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. 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 Council, download the Zoom application onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID below. Please follow the 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 Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted. CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833 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. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSIONRegular MeetingThursday, September 14, 2023Council Chambers & Hybrid6:00 PMPursuant to AB 361 Palo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with theoption to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safetywhile still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose toparticipate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe andparticipate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged ifattending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live onYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas andreports are available at https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City‐Hall/Boards‐Commissions/Human‐Relations‐Commission. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91994548701)Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance toHRC@cityofpaloalto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on theCity’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subjectline.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to HRC@cityofpaloalto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.CALL TO ORDERPUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda.AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSThe Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.APPROVAL OF MINUTES1.August 10, 2023BUSINESS ITEMS2Presentation of results from Avenidas’ Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults(CASOA). ‐ Presentation ‐ Amy Yotopoulos, Avenidas CEO ‐ (45 minutes)INFORMATIONAL REPORT3Information Item: Summary of Fiscal Year 2022‐2023 Community Development BlockGrant (CDBG) Program Accomplishments – Review Consolidated Annual Performance andEvaluation Report (CAPER). – Clare Campbell, Manager Long Range Planning – (30minutes)BUSINESS ITEMS4.Updates on the 2023‐2024 HRC Work Plan Items. – Discussion – Smith – (30 minutes)CITY OFFICIAL REPORTSMembers of the public may not speak to the item(s)Commissioner ReportsCouncil Liaison ReportStaff Liaison ReportCOMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS ANDAGENDASMembers of the public may not speak to the item(s) ADJOURNMENT PUBLIC DOCUMENTS 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 Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐ based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully. 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. You may 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. When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they are called to speak. When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. 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 Council, download the Zoom application onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID below. Please follow the 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 Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted. CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833 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. ADA. The City of Palo Alto does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities. To request accommodations, auxiliary aids or services to access City facilities, services or programs, to participate at public meetings, or to learn about the City's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact 650-329-2550 (voice), or e-mail ada@cityofpaloalto.org . This agenda is posted in accordance with government code section 54954.2(a) or section 54956. Members of the public are welcome to attend this public meeting. DRAFT HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING ACTION MINUTES Thursday, August 10, 2023 6:00 PM Commissioners Present: Eberle, Hsieh, Kraus, Savage, Stimmler Absent: Causey, Smith Staff: Minka Van Der Zwaag, Alayna Cruz I. ROLL CALL II. PUBLIC COMMENT III. AGENDA CHANGES, REQUESTS, DELETIONS IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. June 8, 2023 MOTION: Commissioner Savage moved, seconded by Commissioner Kraus, to approve the minutes of June 8, 2023. MOTION PASSED: 5-0 (2 absent) V. BUSINESS 2. Presentation of the draft Frontline Communities Report, a report on the impact of climate on vulnerable communities in Palo Alto. - Presentation - Palo Alto Student Climate Coalition ITEM DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES AA4. Consideration of HRC Support of Multi‐Faith Peace Picnic and Prayer Service. – Action ‐ Staff MOTION: Vice Chair Eberle, moved by Commissioner Kraus, for the HRC to support the Multifaith Peace Picnic and Prayer Service on September 11, 2023. MOTION PASSED: 5-0 (2 absent) 2. Presentation of the draft Frontline Communities Report, a report on the impact of climate on vulnerable communities in Palo Alto. - Presentation - Palo Alto Student Climate Coalition ITEM CONTINUED. NO ACTION TAKEN 1 Packet Pg. 5 ADA. The City of Palo Alto does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities. To request accommodations, auxiliary aids or services to access City facilities, services or programs, to participate at public meetings, or to learn about the City's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact 650-329-2550 (voice), or e-mail ada@cityofpaloalto.org . This agenda is posted in accordance with government code section 54954.2(a) or section 54956. Members of the public are welcome to attend this public meeting. 3. Updates on the 2023-2024 HRC Work Plan Items. - Discussion - Eberle NO ACTION TAKEN VI. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m. 1 Packet Pg. 6 Amy Yotopoulos, President & CEO “Serving the Needs of Palo Alto Older Adults” September 14, 2023 2 Packet Pg. 7 •Intro, Mission, & History •The State of Older Adults in the Bay Area •CASOA Findings •In Partnership: Our Call to Action •Q&A Agenda 2 Packet Pg. 8 About Amy 30+ year resident of Palo Alto; 30+ year gerontologist; 10+ year caregiver •Previous stints at Stanford Health Care, Stanford Center of Longevity, Stanford WorkLife, and Avenidas •Track record of using data to help older adults live with purpose and meaning •Surrounded by a leadership team who collectively have 135+ years of experience in community health and gerontology 2 Packet Pg. 9 Our Vision Avenidas helps older adults in our community be as active, engaged, and healthy as possible throughout their lives by providing relevant services and programs. Avenidas is a leader and innovator in developing and implementing programs that address the needs of aging adults and their families. We envision a future in which our programs extend beyond the walls of any facility. We make a positive difference in the lives of older adults and in our communities. Our Mission 2 Packet Pg. 10 1969: Established and began programming as the Senior Coordinating Council of Palo Alto 50+ years of serving the needs of the 50+ in Silicon Valley Then: Established in 1969 as the volunteer-run nonprofit, different from the typical model of cities running their own senior centers Now: City of Palo Alto funds 8% of Avenidas annual operation budget (around $6.5M FY24) Nearly 52,000 encounters annually with three locations, a dozen programs, and hundreds of activities, clubs, and events Avenidas History 2 Packet Pg. 11 Headlines: State of Older Adults in the Bay Area 2 Packet Pg. 12 Interpreting the Headlines: State of Older Adults in the Bay Area •Baby Boomers arriving at old age has resulted in a demographic shift •What Is Happening: In our area, we see a rapid loss of working age adults and school age children, due to pandemic lockdown, tech layoffs, and high cost of living •What Will Happen: 60+ population will grow faster than any other age group •Nationwide: 22% age 18 and younger; 17% age 65 and over. By 2040, it will be 20% age 65 and over •California:In 2016, 24% age 18 and younger; 14% age 65 and over. By 2036, it will be 20% age 18 and younger;23% age 65 and over. •Palo Alto: 28% age 19 and younger; 38% age 50 and over. Between 2010 and 2060, in Santa Clara County, age 60 and over projected to grow over 200%. 2 Packet Pg. 13 California Population by Age, 2010-2060 2 Packet Pg. 14 Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults (CASOA) •Developed by experts in survey research and aging services, CASOA is the nation's premier older adult survey,which can compare the responses of older residents to the opinions of others across the country •CASOA summarizes the key dimensions of community livability, drawn from the perspectives of older adults themselves. •Methods •Target audience: 60+ in target service areas •Data collection: Aug. 2021 | Data published: Sept. 2022 •Languages:English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Arabic •N = 669 2 Packet Pg. 15 CASOA Findings: Palo Alto Doing Well Place to Live City Design Natural Environment Your neighborhood as a good or excellent place to live •95% Palo Alto •92% Surrounding area Good or excellent overall design or layout of your community •88% Palo Alto •69% Surrounding area Overall quality of utility infrastructure in your community •90% Palo Alto •77% Surrounding area Good or excellent quality of natural environment •94% Palo Alto •79% Mountain View Health and wellness opportunities •97% Palo Alto •80% Surrounding area 2 Packet Pg. 16 CASOA Findings: Three Significant Needs Housing Options Cost of Living Caregiver Support Availability of accessible housing is good or excellent •19% Palo Alto •40% Surrounding area Variety of housing options •19% Palo Alto •35% Mountain View Cost of living in your community is good or excellent •3% Palo Alto •10% Mountain View Providing care to someone 55+ •39% Palo Alto •19% Surrounding area Availability of daytime care options for older adults •31% Palo Alto •49% Mountain View 2 Packet Pg. 17 In Partnership Our Call to Action Housing Options Cost of Living Caregiver Support 12th Housing Conference •Hosted by Avenidas, in cooperation with the City of Palo Alto •Collaboration in action Scholarships for Programs & Emergency Fund •Currently, we fund an emergency fund and scholarship fund •An opportunity to collaborate? Annual Caregiver Conference •2023 conference held in Mountain View •An opportunity to collaborate? Avenidas Care Partners •Currently nearly 1,700 encounters a year Adult Day Health •New approach for intergenerational spaces •An opportunity to collaborate? 2 Packet Pg. 18 Collaboration in Action 2 Packet Pg. 19 Last Thoughts Oct. 7 is National Ageism Awareness Day •Use our platforms to shine a light on what we know to be true Ask Yourself •Who are we consistently leaving out? •Why not pivot and recast older adults as an underutilized assets? The older population can and should be part of the solution. 2 Packet Pg. 20 Q & A 2 Packet Pg. 21 Collaboration in Action 2 Packet Pg. 22 Amy Yotopoulos, President & CEOayotopoulos@avenidas.org | 650-289-5440 2 Packet Pg. 23 Item No. 3.Page 1 of 3 2 9 1 1 Human Relations Commission Staff Report From: Clare Campbell, Manager of Long Range Planning Division Meeting Date: September 14, 2023 TITLE Information Item: Summary of Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Accomplishments - Review of the Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) RECOMMENDATION This is an informational report, no action is required. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City is required to report annually to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) the accomplishments for its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. This report, called the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), summarizes the City’s CDBG accomplishments and expenditures for the Program Year/Fiscal Year 2022-2023 CDBG funding cycle. The City funded a total of seven projects in FY 2022-2023. HUD requires submittal of the CAPER (Attachment A) by September 29, 2023. BACKGROUND The City of Palo Alto receives funds annually from HUD as an entitlement city under the CDBG program. As a recipient of CDBG funds, the City is required to prepare a CAPER at the end of each fiscal year. The CAPER describes the City’s progress implementing the activities identified in the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan1 and the goals and objectives of the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan.2 ANALYSIS During the FY 2022-2023, the City’s CDBG subrecipients continued to provide vital services to extremely low, very low, low, and moderate-income households while addressing the priorities 1 Annual Action Plan: An annual report listing the activities the City intends to undertake with CDBG funds to address the needs and implement the strategies identified in the Consolidated Plan. 2 Consolidated Plan (Con Plan): A five-year strategic plan that addresses the housing and non-housing community development needs of lower income persons and establishes annual goals and objectives to meet the identified needs. 3 Packet Pg. 24 Item No. 3.Page 2 of 3 2 9 1 1 and needs of the community and the City’s funding priorities. The City has achieved a number of goals as outlined in the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan (AAP) through CDBG funding. A total of $620,468 was available for CDBG projects and programs during the 2022-23 program year. The City received $513,168 from the federal CDBG program and approximately $107,300 in program income. Through CDBG funds 310 persons were assisted in this program year. Of the 310 persons, 275 were extremely low-income, 23 were low-income and 12 were moderate- income of the total. CDBG CARES-Act (CDBG-CV) funds were available in FY 2022-23. CDBG-CV funds were utilized in FY 2022-23 for planning and administrative services to continue providing assistance to homeless providers in regard to their CV contracts, scope of work and the required substantial amendment processes. The number of persons assisted through CDBG-CV funds will be reported in next year’s FY 2023-24 CAPER. The draft 2022-2023 CAPER (Attachment A) provides a detailed description of the programs and project accomplishments. The major accomplishments include the following: 1.Catholic Charities assisted mostly low- and moderate-income (LMI) elderly residents through the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program at the Palo Alto long-term care facilities that mainly serve low-income residents. Additionally, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program resolved complaints made by, or on behalf of, low-income elderly residents of the facilities. [Goal: Assist 50 individuals; Actual 62 individuals] 2.Alta Housing had on-site counseling services available to the residents of the 131 units of the Single-Room Occupancy (SRO) Resident Support Program at Alma Place (25 units) and Barker Hotel (106 units). [Goal: Assist 50; Actual 148 individuals] 3.LifeMoves, at the Opportunity Services Center, provided case management services, including assistance with housing and job searches, referrals, and mentoring homeless and/or very low-income Palo Alto residents. [Goal: Assist 30 individuals; Actual 49 individuals] 4.Project Sentinel assisted LMI individuals in investigating their fair housing complaints, as well as received individual consultation relating to specific fair housing questions. The outreach goal was based on 100 individuals and the case management goal was 15 individuals; the actual reports were based on the 22 individuals served through case management. [Goal: Assist 100 individuals; Actual 22 individuals] 5.Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) (Housing and Emergency Services) assisted adults with disabilities in developing an independent living plan for housing that resulted in improved accessibility to decent, affordable housing. [Goal: Assist 24 individuals; Actual 24 individuals] 3 Packet Pg. 25 Item No. 3.Page 3 of 3 2 9 1 1 6.Rebuilding Together Peninsula (Safe at Home) assisted income-qualified owner-occupied households with home rehabilitation. [Goal: Assist 4 households; Actual 5 households] 7.525 E. Charleston Road Eden Housing requested funds for public facilities improvements adjacent to its proposed 50-unit affordable housing development. Approximately half the units are for persons with disabilities. [Goal: Assist 355 individuals; Actual 0 households] Michell Park Place/525 E. Charleston Road affordable housing project’s tax credit application (LIHTC) was recently approved and construction is targeted to commence in early 2024. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT An advertisement was published in The Daily Post on August 28, 2023 announcing the availability of the draft 2022-2023 CAPER for public review and comment. The draft CAPER was posted on the City’s CDBG webpage (https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/cdbg) from August 29, 2023 through September 13, 2023. At the time this report was prepared no public comments were received. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Draft 2022-2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), 08/29/2023 Report #: 2308-1915 3 Packet Pg. 26 2022‐2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) DRAFT PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD AUGUST 30, 2023 – SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 ADMINISTERED BY: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Draft August 29, 2023 3 Packet Pg. 27 Draft August 29, 2023 3 Packet Pg. 28 CR‐05 ‐ Goals and Outcomes Progress the jurisdiction has made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan. 91.520(a) This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year. Below, as shown in Table 1 ‐ City of Palo Alto's accomplishments for the Program Year & Strategic Plan to date. The description illustrates the strides made toward fulfilling the objectives outlined in the strategic and annual action plans. Throughout the FY2022‐ 23 Program Year, the City successfully attained a significant portion of its yearly objectives and is progressing well toward accomplishing the overarching five‐year goals specified in the Consolidated Plan. This includes the Substantial Amendment to the FY2022‐2023 Annual Action Plan. The major accomplishments include the following for FY2022‐2023: 1. Catholic Charities assisted mostly low‐ and moderate‐income (LMI) elderly residents through the Long‐Term Care Ombudsman Program at the Palo Alto long‐term care facilities that mainly serve low‐income residents. Additionally, the Long‐Term Care Ombudsman Program resolved complaints made by, or on behalf of, low‐income elderly residents of the facilities. [Goal: Assist 50 individuals; Actual 62 individuals] 2. Alta Housing had on‐site counseling services available to the residents of the 131 units of the Single‐Room Occupancy (SRO) Resident Support Program at Alma Place (25 units) and Barker Hotel (106 units). [Goal: Assist 50; Actual 148 individuals] 3. LifeMoves, at the Opportunity Services Center, provided case management services, including assistance with housing and job searches, referrals, and mentoring homeless and/or very low‐income Palo Alto residents. [Goal: Assist 30 individuals; Actual 49 individuals] 4. Project Sentinel assisted LMI individuals in investigating their fair housing complaints, as well as received individual consultation relating to specific fair housing questions. The outreach goal was based on 100 individuals and the case management goal was 15 individuals; the actual reports were based on the 22 individuals served through case management. [Goal: Assist 100 individuals; Actual 22 individuals] PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 2 3 Packet Pg. 29 5. Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) (Housing and Emergency Services) assisted adults with disabilities in developing an independent living plan for housing that resulted in improved accessibility to decent, affordable housing. [Goal: Assist 24 individuals; Actual 24 individuals] 6. Rebuilding Together Peninsula (Safe at Home) assisted income‐qualified owner‐occupied households with home rehabilitation. [Goal: Assist 4 households; Actual 5 households] 7. 525 E. Charleston Road Eden Housing requested funds for public facilities improvements adjacent to its proposed 50‐unit affordable housing development. Approximately half the units are for persons with disabilities. [Goal: Assist 355 individuals; Actual 0 households] Michell Park Place/525 E. Charleston Road affordable housing project’s tax credit application (LIHTC) was recently approved and construction is targeted to commence in early 2024. Other CDBG Program Updates A total of $620,468 was available for CDBG funding projects and programs during the 2022‐23 program year. The City received $513,168 from the federal CDBG program and approximately $107,300 in program income. Through CDBG funds 310 persons were assisted in this program year. Of the 310 persons, 275 were extremely low‐income, 23 were low‐income and 12 were moderate‐ income of the total. CDBG CARES‐Act (CDBG‐CV) funds were available in FY 2022‐23. CDBG‐CV funds were utilized in FY 2022‐23 for planning and administrative services in order to continue to provide assistance to homeless providers in regards to their CV contracts, scope of work and the required substantial amendment processes. The number of persons assisted through CDBG‐CV funds will be reported in next year’s FY 2023‐24 CAPER. FY2022 Annual Action Plan Substantial Amendment The approved FY2022‐23 AAP included funding of $356,330 for the Mitchell Park Place/525 E. Charleston Road project. CDBG funding was to be allocated for predevelopment costs associated with an affordable housing development. This activity supports affordable housing development at a Santa Clara County‐owned property; Eden Housing will develop 50 affordable housing units, half of which PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 3 3 Packet Pg. 30 are for people with disabilities. As the property owner, the County plans to execute a long‐term lease with the developer, Eden Housing. In late Summer 2022, the City was informed by HUD that the Mitchell Park Place project description was incorrectly represented in the FY2022‐23 Annual Action Plan. A substantial amendment is needed to amend section AP‐38 Project Summary description of the FY2022‐23 Annual Action Plan. Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators, units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee’s program year goals. Goal Category Source / Amount Indicator Unit of Measure Expected Actual –Percent Expected – Actual –Percent –Strategic Complete Plan Program Year Program Complete YearStrategic Plan Household Housing Unit Household Housing Unit Rental units rehabilitated 107 40 0 0.00%n/a 4 n/a 5 n/aAffordable Housing Affordable Housing CDBG: $900,000 Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated 11 27.50%125% Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Persons Assisted 0.00%0 0 n/a n/a n/aNon‐Housing Community Development $900,000 Economic Development CDBG:Housing Benefit Homeless Person Overnight Shelter Persons Assisted 0 0 0.00%n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/aJobs created/retained Jobs 150 28 18.67% Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit Non‐Housing Community Development CDBG: $150,000 Persons AssistedFair Housing 75 63 84%100 4 22 22.00% PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 3 Packet Pg. 31 CDBG: $240,000 / Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Persons Assisted 850 577 67.90%161 148 92.00% CDBG‐CV: Housing Benefit $294,000 Tenant‐based rental assistance / Rapid Rehousing Homeless Person Overnight Shelter Overnight/Emergency Shelter/Transitional Housing Beds added Households Assisted 60 100 0 54 43 0 90.00% 43.00% 0.00% n/a 30 n/a 49 n/a 163% n/a Homelessness (CDBG‐CV funds were not utilized in FY2022‐ 2023 in a matter that would Persons AssistedHomeless Beds n/a n/a contribute to the Actual # of each unit measured. Homelessness Prevention Persons Assisted 0 0 0 0.00% 0.00% n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit Persons AssistedNon‐ Homeless 1200 Strengthen Neighborhoods Special Needs CDBG: Non‐Housing $120,000 Community Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit Persons AssistedDevelopment 1345 0 1636 0 121.6% 0.00% 77 62 80.50% n/aHomeless Person Overnight Shelter Persons Assisted n/a n/a Table 1 ‐ Accomplishments – Program Year & Strategic Plan to Date PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 5 3 Packet Pg. 32 Assess how the jurisdiction’s use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified. Throughout Program Year 2022‐23, the subrecipients of the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) persistently delivered essential services to households belonging to extremely low, very low, low, and moderate income brackets. Simultaneously, they tackled the priorities and needs of the community, as outlined in the City's officially adopted 2020‐25 Consolidated Plan. The City has achieved a number of goals as outlined in the 2022‐2023 Annual Action Plan (AAP) through CDBG funding. A total of $620,468 is available for funding projects and programs during the 2022‐2023 Program Year. The City received $513,168 from the federal CDBG program, approximately $107,300 in program income. At the time of this report, the City has spent approximately $223,052.67. Through CDBG funds, in total, 310 persons were assisted in this program year. Of the 310 persons, 275 were extremely low‐income, 23 were low‐income and 12 were moderate‐income of the total. With the CDBG annual formula grant, Catholic Charities, through the Ombudsman Program, assisted 62 senior residents through visitation, resolved complaints, phone outreach at the local long‐term facilities, and LifeMoves, at the Opportunity Services Center, provided case management services, including assistance with housing and job searches to 49 homeless/very low‐income community residents. Project Sentinel provided fair housing and tenant/landlord mediation services to 22 local residents. Additionally, through the CDBG funds, Alta Housing was able to offer on‐site counseling services to 148 residents of the Single‐Room Occupancy (SRO) Resident Support Program. Additionally, Rebuilding Together Peninsula was able to assist 5 households with home rehabilitation to help assist in the City’s goal of affordable housing. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 6 3 Packet Pg. 33 CR‐10 – Racial and Ethnic composition of families assisted Describe the families assisted (including the racial and ethnic status of families assisted). 91.520(a) CDBG White: Black/African American: Asian: American Indian/Alaskan Native: Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander: American Indian/Alaskan Native & White: Asian White: 183 60 31 4 0 1 4 Black/African American & White: American Indian/Alaskan Native & Black/African American: 0 1 Other multi‐racial: Asian/Pacific Islander: Total 24 0 310 56Hispanic Not Hispanic 254 Table 2 – Table of assistance to racial and ethnic populations by source of funds Narrative Table 2 shows the racial and ethnic categories of total individuals served in FY2022‐23 through CDBG funds. Total number (310) does not include individuals assisted through the CDBG‐CV related activities. CDBG‐CV related activities requested expansion to their contracts. This will be reported in the following year’s CAPER. In total, the City’s CDBG program served 310 individuals in FY2022‐23. Of those individuals, approximately 59% were White; 19% were African American; 5% were Asian; less than 1% were either American Indian/American Native, American Indian/Alaskan Native and Black, American Indian/Alaskan Native and White, Asian White, American Indian/Alaskan Native & Black/African American. 7% of individuals reported as “Other.” PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 7 3 Packet Pg. 34 CR‐15 – Resources and Investments 91.520(a) Identify the resources made available Source of Funds Source Resources Made Available 620,468 0 Amount Expended During Program Year 223,052.67CDBG Other public – federal public – federal 0 Table 3 – Resources Made Available Narrative Except for one CDBG activity, 525 E. Charleston Road, nearly all of the City’s CDBG subrecipients effectively utilized their grant funds during FY2022‐23. 525 E. Charleston Road bidding for the CDBG‐funded public facilities improvements section of the project is anticipated in the Fall of 2023, while construction is planned to commence in early 2024. Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Target Area Planned Percentage of Actual Percentage of Narrative Description Allocation Allocation N/A Table 4 – Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Narrative The City’s approach to housing assistance encompasses all forms of housing support, aligning with the principles outlined in the Comprehensive Plan. In Palo Alto, housing activities are not confined to specific target areas; instead, the city strives to offer affordable housing options to individuals with lower incomes across the entire municipality. Minority concentration pertains to locales within the city where there is a notable concentration of racial and ethnic minority populations, surpassing 10% in comparison to their citywide representation. Only a few areas are considered to have a concentration of minority populations or low‐income residents in Palo Alto. The CDBG Program defines low‐income concentration as any census block group where 51% or more residents earn 80% of Median Family Income (MFI) or less. An exception exists for a jurisdiction with no areas meeting this definition, such as Palo Alto, which includes the highest quartile of all areas in the City in terms of degree of concentration, is used. Palo Alto currently has 5 census block groups that are designated as upper quartile tracks with and LMI% > 32.26% qualifying activities under the low‐ and moderate‐income (LMI) area benefit category. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 8 3 Packet Pg. 35 Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that were used to address the needs identified in the plan. Palo Alto leverages federal, state, and private housing funds in alignment with the goals outlined in the 2020‐2025 Consolidated Plan. The city actively encourages non‐profit organizations to pursue various avenues of funding, spanning local, state, and federal resources, to support both housing and non‐housing community development activities. HUMAN SERVICES RESOURCES ALLOCATION PROCESS (HSRAP): The City of Palo Alto allocated $622,377 from its General Funds during FY2022‐23 to address primary human service needs within the community. These funds encompass agreements with multi‐year terms assigned by HSRAP (Human Services Resource Allocation Process) and overseen by the Office of Human Services, operating under the guidance of the Community Services Department. The initiatives supported by these funds targeted the priority needs outlined by the Human Relations Commission. The focus areas encompassed early childcare and education, youth programs, senior nutrition, and social services, addressing homelessness, and fulfilling basic necessities such as healthcare and mental health services. HOUSING IN‐LIEU: The City of Palo Alto manages a local housing fund comprising two distinct sub‐funds: the "Commercial Housing Fund" and the "Residential Housing Fund." In accordance with Chapter 16.65 of the Municipal Code, Palo Alto mandates that commercial and industrial development projects contribute a housing mitigation fee. These fees are channeled into the "Commercial Housing Fund," and the accrued fees along with the interest earned are allocated for the creation of new housing units catering to low and moderate‐income individuals, as stipulated by the "Affordable Housing Fund Guidelines" ratified by the City Council. The City of Palo Alto implements a Below Market Rate Program which entails collecting housing in‐lieu fees from residential developments when providing below‐market‐rate units on‐site is deemed infeasible. The cumulative fees, alongside earned interest and other housing‐related miscellaneous revenues, are directed to a dedicated fund known as the "Residential Housing Fund." This fund serves as a financial resource for acquiring or rehabilitating housing catering to low and moderate‐income demographics. Additionally, it can offer support to new housing construction projects. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 9 3 Packet Pg. 36 LOCAL HOUSING TRUST FUND (LHTF): In FY 2022‐23, the City of Palo Alto received a $3.4 million Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) competitive grant award from the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development Department (HCD). The City was able to win this award by designating $3.4 million in local Affordable Housing Funds to use as LHTF local matching funds that will be disseminated dollar for dollar toward production of rental housing units at deep affordability levels: • A maximum of 70% of funds targeting housing units for residents with incomes at or below 60% of area median income (AMI) and • A minimum of 30% of funds targeting housing units for residents with incomes at or below 30% AMI. PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION (PLHA): The Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) is a new State funding source administered by the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development Department (HCD). Like the Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, Palo Alto and other California jurisdictions are entitled to an annual allocation of funds coming from the Building Homes and Jobs Trust Fund (Fund). The Fund provides a permanent, ongoing annual source of local government funding for housing‐related projects and programs that address unmet housing needs. During FY 2022‐23, the City applied for its PLHA allocations for PLHA calendar years 2019 through 2023, anticipated to total $1,388,976. City Council focused the PLHA funds for the following City priorities: • Assistance to persons experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including: o Outreach and services to those experiencing homelessness, o Operating expenses for the forthcoming Homekey shelter, and • Affordable housing rental unit preservation, new construction, and operating subsidies. HOMEKEY: On August 24, 2022, the State of California awarded a grant to the City of Palo Alto and LifeMoves to codevelop and operate Homekey Palo Alto. The grant award is a part of a statewide effort to sustain and rapidly expand housing for those who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. This project is made possible through a combination of State funding combined with local contributions from the Palo Alto Community Fund, Sobrato Philanthropies, Santa Clara County, and the City of Palo Alto for a total project cost estimated at $26.6 million. Homekey Palo Alto is a new modular interim housing shelter with the capacity to serve over 200 individuals annually with on‐site support services. Located at 1237 San Antonio Road in Palo Alto near the Palo Alto Baylands, the Homekey Palo Alto site will provide a dignified transitional step for unhoused residents on the path to stable housing. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 10 3 Packet Pg. 37 These represent local funding sources and subsidies accessible for affordable housing initiatives within the City. These resources are utilized to secure matching funds, cover expenses that surpass HUD income and cost thresholds, finance features and amenities classified as ineligible under federal housing programs, predevelopment costs, feasibility studies, site acquisition, and similar purposes. 525 East Charleston Road (Mitchell Park Place) parcel is owned by the County and will be a long‐ term lease with the developer. The City intends to use CDBG funding for public facilities improvements near the proposed Mitchell Park Place affordable housing site. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 11 3 Packet Pg. 38 CR‐20 ‐ Affordable Housing 91.520(b) Evaluation of the jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the number and types of families served, the number of extremely low‐income, low‐income, moderate‐ income, and middle‐income persons served. One‐Year Goal Actual Number of homeless households to be provided affordable housing units Number of non‐homeless households to be provided affordable housing units Number of special‐needs households to be provided affordable housing units Total 0 0 0 4 4 0 5 5 Table 5 – Number of Households One‐Year Goal Actual Number of households supported through rental assistance 0 0 Number of households supported through the production of new units Number of households supported through the rehab of existing units Number of households supported through the acquisition of existing units Total 0 4 0 4 0 5 0 5 Table 6 – Number of Households Supported Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting these goals. The City continued its partnership with Rebuilding Together Peninsula through its Safe at Home Program. The Program helps preserve affordable housing by transforming homes through critical repairs and accessibility modifications at no cost to the recipient. Those served include LMI homeowners that are elderly and/or are people with disabilities, who are physically and financially unable to maintain safe living conditions for themselves and their families. The City exceeded its goal of assisting 4 households due to efficient use of its $73,135 in program funds for the year. Discuss how these outcomes will impact future annual action plans. The success of the program has dated back to last year, when it achieved its goal of 6 households supported. The repeat success shows that there is a continued demand for rehabilitation for LMI families, and effective systems in place to implement improvements. Future plans will look to build upon these consecutive successes. The organization has continued to provide essential PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 12 3 Packet Pg. 39 services to residents and this partnership will continue to support the affordable housing goals contained in both the Consolidated Plan and Action Plans. Include the number of extremely low‐income, low‐income, and moderate‐income persons served by each activity where information on income by family size is required to determine the eligibility of the activity. Number of Households Served Extremely Low‐income Low‐income Moderate‐income Total CDBG Actual HOME Actual 2 3 0 5 0 0 0 0 Table 7 – Number of Households Served PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 13 3 Packet Pg. 40 CR‐25 ‐ Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d, e); 91.320(d, e); 91.520(c) Evaluate the jurisdiction’s progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness through: Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Addressing homelessness and striving to provide services for the unhoused in Palo Alto has been an enduring local commitment. The continuing impact of the COVID‐19 pandemic has heightened challenges for individuals and households, leading to an upsurge in homelessness. This, in turn, has prompted service providers to seek innovative ways of delivering assistance, reinforcing the pertinence of this issue. In 2022, The County was unable to complete a count on time in FY 2021‐22, due to COVID‐19. The Point‐in‐Time Count was completed in 2022, the County was working to finalize the 2022 numbers at the time of FY2021‐22 CAPER reporting. The Point‐in‐Time Count that was completed in 2022 showed 274 Total Unhoused in Palo Alto (263 unsheltered and 11 sheltered) which is a decrease from 2019, when the count was 313. The 2023 Point‐in‐Time Count that was completed in 2023 showed 206 Total Unhoused in Palo Alto (187 unsheltered and 19 sheltered) which is a decrease from 2022. While homelessness is still a concern, this data shows that initiatives have been successful in making improvements. During the Point‐in‐Time count, surveys are administered to gather information and assess needs for the population. The City of Palo Alto provides funding for unhoused services and homelessness prevention via three primary funding channels: HSRAP, CDBG, and the Emerging Needs Fund. Broadly financial support for the homeless and those most at risk of homelessness is directed toward service provision and homeless prevention. Unhoused services include workforce development, basic needs stipends for work experience, food, seasonal homeless shelter, school supplies for homeless children, case management, tele‐ medicine equipment, and shower/laundry services. Homelessness Prevention support includes provision of emergency rent and utility funding assistance through LifeMoves and Silicon Valley Independent Living Center. LifeMoves – Opportunity Center is designated by the County as the Emergency Assistance Network Agency for financial assistance for Palo Alto. The Opportunity Services Center (OSC) in Palo Alto exclusively serves homeless individuals. LifeMoves at the OSC provides intake services to all the clients they serve to assess their needs and provide the appropriate resources and referrals. They also provide basic need services such as access to restrooms, showers, laundry, used clothing, hygiene supplies, health care, mail/telephone services, food, transportation assistance, information and referral services, counseling, and other critical services. Through support from CDBG and funding from the County’s office of supportive housing, in FY2022‐23, they have served 49 unduplicated individuals. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 14 3 Packet Pg. 41 Palo Alto will continue to explore its funding strategy and collaborate with other South County cities to ensure that limited federal and local resources are targeted to pressing community needs such as homelessness. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons The following activity received funding from the City of Palo Alto to provide emergency shelter and/or transitional housing for homeless persons. LifeMoves – Hotel De Zink, funded by CDBG with an amount of $26,660, has significantly extended its operational hours, thereby providing enhanced support to Palo Alto's homeless community. This extension has granted vulnerable clients more time within a secure and nurturing environment, ensuring they receive the critical assistance they require. The prolonged hours of operation and improved communication facilitated by electronic signage are attributed to the effective prevention of a widespread COVID‐19 outbreak within the Opportunity Services Center and Hotel De Zink emergency shelter. Continuation of these extended hours remains a priority for the organization. During this year, the program funds facilitated services to 49 individuals. Helping low‐income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low‐income individuals and families and those who are: likely to become homeless after being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs The following agencies received funding from the City of Palo Alto to help low‐income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless. Alta Housing; CDBG $22,413: Alta Housing had on‐site counseling services available to residents of the 131 units of the Single‐Room Occupancy (SRO) Resident Support Program at Alma Place and Barker Hotel. Majority of the residents are low‐income, disabled, elderly, veterans, and formerly homeless adults. Many residents have difficulty managing daily living skills, such as managing finances, maintaining their health (mental and physical) and apartments, and getting along with others. Without onsite support, such issues can become so severe that tenants risk losing their housing. Case management was provided to 148 residents this year using program funds. LifeMoves, Case Management; CDBG $26,660: The organization provided case management service including assistance with housing and job searches, referrals, and mentoring to 49 unduplicated homeless and/or very low‐income Palo Alto residents. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 15 3 Packet Pg. 42 Silicon Valley Independent Living Center; Rental Assistance Program; CDBG $14,021: Through this grant, the organization was able to address rent increases, utility payments, emergency situations, and other market forces for 24 residents. The target population of this activity were lower income (80% or less AMI) residents with disabilities, veterans, and older adults, aged 55 and over. The City follows the guidance of Santa Clara County's CoC as it relates to individuals who may be discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care. The Santa Clara County's CoC has developed the Santa Clara County Countywide Quality Assurance Standards for Homeless Housing & Service Programs (2021). The document was developed with the expectation of providing quality, standardized services to persons who have become homeless to facilitate their successful re‐entry back into their communities. As a member of the CoC, the City of Palo Alto will be following the standards in the documents. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again The following agencies received funding from the City of Palo Alto to help homeless persons make the transition to permanent housing and independent living. Silicon Valley Independent Living Center; Case Management; CDBG $14,021: SVILC is highly recognized for its Housing Workshops. The Housing Workshops cover many important topics such as: credit readiness and credit repair; types of low‐income housing and eligibility; application and interview preparation; tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities; fair housing and home modifications laws and resources; security deposit and rental assistance programs; long term services and supports. Through the FY2022‐23 CDBG funding, 24 unduplicated Palo Alto residents with disabilities received one‐on‐one assistance and developed an independent living plan for housing which resulted in improved accessibility to decent affordable housing. Project Sentinel; Fair Housing Services; CDBG $19,976 & $13,722 for Administration (Total Funded amount of $33,698). Project Sentinel provided community education and outreach regarding fair housing law and practices, investigation, counseling, and legal referral for victims of housing discrimination. In total, 22 residents were provided individual consultation relating to specific fair housing questions. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 16 3 Packet Pg. 43 CR‐30 ‐ Public Housing 91.220(h); 91.320(j) Actions taken to address the needs of public housing Not applicable. The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara (HACSC) does not operate in Palo Alto. Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership While the majority of their units have been converted to affordable housing stock, HACSC is proactive in incorporating resident input into the agency’s policy‐making process. An equitable and transparent policy‐making process that includes the opinions of residents is achieved through the involvement of two tenant commissioners, one being a senior citizen, on the HACSC board. Actions taken to provide assistance to troubled PHAs Not Applicable. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 17 3 Packet Pg. 44 CR‐35 ‐ Other Actions 91.220(j)‐(k); 91.320(i)‐(j) Actions taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment. 91.220 (j); 91.320 (i) The City of Palo Alto recently adopted the 2023‐2031 Housing Element in May 2023. The Housing Element includes many programs to tackle impediments to affordable housing development. Programs include modifications to existing zoning to allow for denser development, further streamlining the development review process, provisions of development standards that incentivize housing production, and reevaluation of fees to support development, to name a few. Housing Trust Silicon Valley (Housing Trust): Originally known as the Housing Trust Fund of Santa Clara County (HTSCC), the Housing Trust was established to provide available financial resources targeted at bridging the affordable housing gap within the County. Its overarching mission is to contribute to rendering Silicon Valley a more financially accessible place to reside. The Housing Trust achieves this by disbursing loans and grants to increase the affordable housing supply, supporting first‐time homebuyers, forestalling homelessness, and enhancing community stability. Palo Alto was one of the founding contributors to this initiative and has maintained a consistent commitment to fund allocation. Notably, a provision was introduced to ensure that the funds allocated by the City are exclusively channeled towards qualifying affordable housing projects situated within Palo Alto's municipal boundaries. Development Impact Fees for Housing: The City's development impact fees encompass four distinct categories: Housing, Traffic, Community Facilities, and Parkland Dedication. These fees result from comprehensive Nexus Studies undertaken for both Residential and Commercial Development. The outcomes of these studies laid the groundwork for revised fees associated with residential and non‐residential housing, which became effective on June 19, 2017. The housing impact fees are subjected to annual updates. As stated above, the current fees being charged will be evaluated and modified to levels that are more appropriate to support rather than prohibit housing development. Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City's CDBG program demonstrates a committed effort to collaborate with various funding entities, aiming to maximize the impact of each dollar invested. This endeavor is realized through strategic collaborations with other municipal resources, such as HSRAP, enabling the pooling of funds designated for site acquisition in low‐income housing alongside diverse funding sources. However, Palo Alto faces challenges in fully addressing barriers that impede the fulfillment of underserved needs, primarily due to the dwindling availability of CDBG funds over the past years. To mitigate this limitation, the City undertakes measures to supplement its CDBG funding with other resources and funds, which include: During FY2022‐23, the City’s Human Service Resource Allocation Process (HSRAP) provided approximately $622,377 from the General Fund in support of human services. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 18 3 Packet Pg. 45 The HSRAP funds, when coupled with the CDBG public service funds, are allocated to local non‐profit organizations. The Palo Alto Commercial Housing Fund is used primarily to increase the number of new affordable housing units for Palo Alto’s work force. It is funded with mitigation fees required from developers of commercial and industrial projects; Palo Alto Residential Housing Fund is derived from mitigation fees collected through Palo Alto's BMR housing program from residential developers and various other miscellaneous sources. These diverse sources include proceeds generated from the sale or leasing of City property. The City established the Below Market Rate Emergency Fund to offer continuous funding for loans to BMR owners, encompassing special assessment loans, as well as supporting the restoration and safeguarding of the City's collection of BMR ownership units. Annually, the HOME Program funds are made accessible through a competitive selection process administered by the State of California HOME program and the County’s HOME Consortium. Actions taken to reduce lead‐based paint hazards. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) Lead exposure can inflict enduring damage upon the brain and various organs, ultimately leading to diminished cognitive and behavioral challenges, especially among young children. As of August 2023, an estimated 500,000 children below the age of six in the United States exhibit elevated lead levels in their bloodstream, surpassing the threshold set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for concern. A significant portion of these children hails from low‐income families, residing in aged residences marked by substantial concentrations of lead‐based paint and lead‐contaminated dust and soil in their surroundings. The housing and CDBG staff of the City is actively engaged in disseminating information and making referrals to property owners, developers, and non‐profit organizations engaged in the restoration of older housing, particularly concerning hazards linked to lead‐based paint (LBP). In line with this, any dwelling slated for rehabilitation aided by City financial support is subjected to an assessment for the presence of LBP hazards. The City extends financial support for mitigating LBP hazards in rehabilitated units with City funding. Additionally, the City enforces contractor training and certification to mitigate the potential use of LBP in the construction of 40 new units. All development and rehabilitation projects must be evaluated according to HUD’s Lead Safe mitigating LBP hazards in rehabilitated units Housing Rule 24 CFR Part 35.[1]. Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty‐level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) As part of its ongoing commitment to poverty reduction, the City prioritized allocating funds to agencies offering direct support to individuals experiencing homelessness or those at risk of becoming homeless. During the program year FY2022‐23, the highlighted programs encompassed the following: PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 19 3 Packet Pg. 46 Through the Ombudsman Program, Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County assisted 62 senior residents with resolved complaints made by, or on behalf of, low‐income elderly facility residents. LifeMoves, at the Opportunity Services Center, provided case management services, including assistance with housing and job searches to 49 homeless/very low‐income community residents LifeMoves provides necessities for persons who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The Opportunity Services Center is a comprehensive, one‐stop, multi‐service, day drop‐in center that provides critical services for homeless Palo Alto residents. Specifically, the facility provides showers, laundry, clothing, snacks, case management, and shelter/housing referral services. As mentioned previously, the City provided LifeMoves with $26,660 in CDBG funds in FY2022‐23. During the fiscal year 49 homeless and/or very low‐income Palo Alto residents received case management services, including assistance with housing/job search, referral, and mentoring. Alta Housing provided counseling and supportive case management services for low‐income residents of single‐room occupancy facilities to help them maintain housing stability. Activities included financial counseling, health maintenance, information and referral, problem solving, employment assistance, crisis intervention, and case management. Alta Housing was able to provide services to 148 individuals. Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City is actively working towards enhancing collaboration between governmental bodies and private sector entities to harness collective endeavors, pool resources, and cultivate fresh avenues of revenue to address community service requirements and foster affordable housing creation. This collaborative approach encompasses several key initiatives: Holding regular meetings among entitlement jurisdictions through the CDBG Coordinators. Participation in meetings of the Regional Housing Working Group. Engaging in joint jurisdiction Request for Proposals and project review committees. Coordinating project management for initiatives funded by multiple jurisdictions. Participating in HOME Consortium meetings among member jurisdictions to discuss affordable housing projects Actions taken to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City benefits from a strong housing and community development partner network within its jurisdiction and the wider region. Collaborative relationships with organizations such as the County and the Continuum of Care (CoC) further strengthen this network. To foster increased collaboration between public and private sectors, the City actively partners with local jurisdictions and developers, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and resources. In addition to the strategies mentioned above, the City remains dedicated to harmonizing its goals with its HSRAP funding initiatives, ensuring a comprehensive approach to meeting community needs. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 20 3 Packet Pg. 47 Identify actions taken to overcome the effects of any impediments identified in the jurisdictions analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a) The City is committed to actively promoting fair housing in accordance with the adopted Analysis of Impediments. The subsequent enumeration outlines the measures undertaken to advance fair housing: The City's 2023‐2031 Housing Element includes programs to address affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH). These include outreach/education services, continue to enforce the Below Market Rate (BMR) program that provides more affordable units, expands housing services, and implement more renter protections. A significant portion of the City's local housing funds were allocated towards augmenting and conserving the inventory of affordable housing. The Office of Human Services held regular meetings with the County of Santa Clara Housing Authority to facilitate the placement of homeless individuals utilizing Section 8 vouchers. Affordable housing information and referral services were provided by the Office of Human Services; In a joint effort with the County of Santa Clara and Cities, the City adopted its updated Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) Plan in May 2023. During FY2022‐23, the City continued to support actions to affirmatively further fair housing choice through a subrecipient agreement with Project Sentinel, a non‐profit organization dedicated to assisting individuals with housing problems. Project Sentinel exceeded their goal of 15 individuals served through casework. They served 22 individuals via casework. They also exceeded their goal of 12 consultations. They completed 13 extended fair housing consultations and reached 42 Palo Alto residents and service providers through outreach. They updated their fair housing manual for housing providers and is readily available on their website. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 21 3 Packet Pg. 48 CR‐40 ‐ Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230 Describe the standards and procedures used to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and used to ensure long‐term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements The City remains actively engaged in overseeing all subrecipients and projects to ensure their adherence to program and comprehensive planning requirements. This monitoring process encompasses the review of quarterly performance reports, reimbursement requests, submitted supporting documentation, and agency audit reports. Biennial desk‐site monitoring is conducted for all CDBG subrecipients, involving assessing client files, project objectives, compliance with agreements, administrative and financial management, and internal controls. For the program year 2022‐23, the City foresees completing the monitoring process in the spring of 2024. The City also plans to conduct risk assessments for all subgrantees, including those receiving funding. Citizen Participation Plan 91.105(d); 91.115(d) Describe the efforts to provide citizens with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on performance reports. The 2022‐23 Draft CAPER was made available on the City website (https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/CDBG) for the required 15‐day public comment period from August 30th through September 13, 2023. An advertisement was placed in The Daily Post, a newspaper of general circulation, on August 28, 2022, advertising the availability of the CAPER for public review and comment. The draft CAPER was posted on the City’s website on August 30, 2023. Copies of the CAPER were available electronically. The Human Relations Commission held a public hearing on September 14, 2023, to discuss the CAPER and allow the public to comment on the CAPER. Per the City’s adopted Citizen Participation Plan, the City offers translation services when a significant number of non‐English speaking residents can be reasonably expected to participate or when a reasonable accommodation request is made. Non‐English speaking residents requiring translation assistance or any accommodations and or persons with disabilities that require assistance are advised to submit their request as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before a scheduled meeting, program, or service. For the HRC agenda, meeting link and additional information related to the meeting, please visit: www.cityofpaloalto.org/City‐Hall/Boards‐Commissions/Human‐Relations‐Commission. Comments, if any, received during the public meeting are summarized and provided in the attachments. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 22 3 Packet Pg. 49 CR‐45 ‐ CDBG 91.520(c) Specify the nature of, and reasons for, any changes in the jurisdiction’s program objectives and indications of how the jurisdiction would change its programs as a result of its experiences. Not applicable. The City does not plan to change the CDBG program objectives. Does this Jurisdiction have any open Brownfields Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grants? No. [BEDI grantees] Describe accomplishments and program outcomes during the last year. Not Applicable. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 23 3 Packet Pg. 50 CR‐58 – Section 3 ‐ Identify the number of individuals assisted and the types of assistance provided Total Labor Hours Total Number of Activities Total Labor Hours CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF 0 0 0 0 0 Total Section 3 Worker Hours Total Targeted Section 3 Worker Hours Table 8 – Total Labor Hours Qualitative Efforts ‐ Number of Activities by Program CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who are Public Housing Targeted Workers Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who are Other Funding Targeted Workers. Direct, on-the job training (including apprenticeships). Indirect training such as arranging for, contracting for, or paying tuition for, off-site training. Technical assistance to help Section 3 workers compete for jobs (e.g., resume assistance, coaching). Outreach efforts to identify and secure bids from Section 3 business concerns. Technical assistance to help Section 3 business concerns understand and bid on contracts. Division of contracts into smaller jobs to facilitate participation by Section 3 business concerns. Provided or connected residents with assistance in seeking employment including: drafting resumes,preparing for interviews, finding job opportunities, connecting residents to job placement services. Held one or more job fairs. Provided or connected residents with supportive services that can provide direct services or referrals. Provided or connected residents with supportive services that provide one or more of the following: work readiness health screenings, interview clothing, uniforms, test fees, transportation. Assisted residents with finding child care. Assisted residents to apply for, or attend community college or a four year educational institution. Assisted residents to apply for, or attend vocational/technical training. Assisted residents to obtain financial literacy training and/or coaching. Bonding assistance, guaranties, or other efforts to support viable bids from Section 3 business concerns. Provided or connected residents with training on computer use or online technologies. Promoting the use of a business registry designed to create opportunities for disadvantaged and small businesses. Outreach, engagement, or referrals with the state one-stop system, as designed in Section 121(e)(2) of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Other Table 9 – Qualitative Efforts ‐ Number of Activities by Program Narrative There were no Section 3 project activities in FY 2022‐23. PROGRAM YEAR 2022‐23 PALO ALTO CAPER‐ DRAFT 24 3 Packet Pg. 51 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Kevin Jensen; Sean Allen; Binder, Andrew; Jethroe Moore; Reifschneider, James; Sheriff Transparency; Jethroe Moore; Josh Becker; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Human Relations Commission; Kaloma Smith; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Council, City; Michael Gennaco; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Chuck Jagoda; Lauing, Ed; Jeff Rosen; Perron, Zachary; Jay Boyarsky Subject:Santa Clara County sheriff’s deputy accused of removing hijab from Muslim woman in custody – NBC Bay Area Date:Friday, August 4, 2023 2:28:48 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/south-bay/santa-clara-county-sheriffs-religious-freedom- controversy/3288153/ Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 52 From:San Jose Silicon Valley NAACP To:Human Relations Commission Subject:Congratulations to Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III and the Rainbow PUSH Coalition Date:Thursday, August 3, 2023 5:49:40 PM You don't often get email from moore2j+att.net@ccsend.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of openingattachments and clicking on links. Unashamedly Black, Unapologetically Beautiful!!!! The Oldest, Largest And Strongest Civil Rights Organization In The United States. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 53 2023 Black Resistance Past, Present,& Future {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 54 FREEDOM GALA Friday, October 6 · 5:30 – 11pm PDT HayesMansion 200 Edenvale Avenue San Jose, CA 95136 The gala serves as a platform for bringing together a diverse group of attendees, including city and state officials, corporate leaders, community activists, and other influential individuals. The power of this event lies in the collective energy and commitment of individuals like yourself, who understand the importance of supporting initiatives that address systemic issues faced by marginalized communities. Click Here {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 55 Prepare for Student Loan Payments to Restart | Federal Student Aid What do I need to know? Your first payment will be due in October 2023. You’ll get your bill, with your payment amount and due date, at least 21 days before your due date. Don’t wait until you get your first bill to start preparing. What do I need to do? READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 56 The NAACP is calling on Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act without delay and codify protections for voting rights nationwide. This cannot wait: Will you join us by signing our petition today? The county has a history of promoting racism. As a college student, I interned at the District Attorney’s Office, Bureau of Investigations. Nate Newman was the Assistant Chief. He warned many of us about the racism in that office. I sued the Sheriff’s Office in 2001 and 2015, partly for discrimination. I was called O.J. Simpson by a Sergeant assigned to backgrounds and recruiting because he found out I received a “Finding of Factual Innocence” for an arrest that occurred ,when I was 19. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 57 Another Sheriff’s Office Sergeant walked around the jail using the “N” word, referring to Hispanics as “Wet Backs” and calling female employees “Useless broads”, “Bitches” and other derogatory terms. This was a topic during my 2001 lawsuit. Former Sheriff Lauri Smith admitted to knowing about this Sergeant’s conduct. Yet, she promoted him three more times. When the Sheriff’s Office took over the jails in 2010, this same person (Ed Perry) was the Assitant Sheriff (aka to some as Deputy Chief) assigned to oversee the jails. That foundation leaves no surprise to the culture today!! Then there's the fact that three of the individuals named in this article remain employed by the Sheriff’s Office. Since the incident, all three have been assigned to coveted units. One was promoted to Sergeant, the other two to Training Officer, Use of Force Instructor and the Gang Intelligence Unit. (https://www.sanjoseinside.com/news/investigative-reports/demotion- over-hateful-texts-moves-to-centerstage-in-santa-clara-county-sheriffs- race/). As for the county EEOC. They work directly for the County Counsel’s Office and the County Executive. This DA Chief maybe guilty as sin but what does that mean when the investigation into his alleged conduct is coming from the Office of the devil!! Sean Allen Rep The Racialized Violence of Police Canine Force MADALYN K. WASILCZUK* Two white men stand over a screaming Black teenager. A dog bites into the boy’s arm, thrashing its head back and forth, as the men egg the dog on, “Get ‘im, boy. Get ‘im.” The teenager heaves deep sobs, begging them to release him from the dog’s jaws. It is 2019, and I am sitting in my office watching discovery for a clinic case on which I am the supervising attorney. In the body camera video, the men are arresting a boy who had been the passenger in a car reported stolen. The boy had no weapons, and the police had no concrete reason to suspect he did. Yet the police demanded that he lie completely still with his hands behind his back before they would remove the dog’s gnashing teeth from the boy’s body.1 From 2017 to 2019, the Baton Rouge police would use dogs to bite teenagers, on average, once every three weeks.2 Many of those children became my clients in delinquency proceedings. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 58 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 59 Brutal Ohio Police Dog Attack on Black Truck Driver Highlights Pattern, Echoes Violence of Slavery An Ohio police officer filmed unleashing a police dog on an unarmed Black truck driver during a July 4 traffic stop has been fired. We speak with legal scholar Madalyn Wasilczuk, who has helped represent teenagers in Louisiana attacked by police dogs and who says that dogs do not receive the proper amount of scrutiny when used in policing. “They’re seen as these valorized K-9 cop heroes, and we don’t focus so much on the real violence {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 60 that they do,” says Wasilczuk. “Videos like this really highlight the problems.” Wasilczuk explains that the use of police dogs in apprehension is part of a widespread pattern of racialized violence by police that dates back to slavery. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 61 US to introduce UN resolution for multinational force in Haiti State Department says US will provide resources to the force after Kenya expresses willingness to lead Haiti mission. By Al Jazeera Staff Published On 31 Jul 2023 Washington, DC – The United States has said it plans to introduce a resolution at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to authorise a “multinational force” in Haiti, after Kenya expressed a willingness to lead the mission. Speaking to reporters on Monday, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said any mission to Haiti, which is struggling with spiraling gang {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 62 violence, would first need UNSC authorisation. READ MORE As the first Black woman to serve as a Supreme Court justice, Ketanji Brown Jackson has been a tireless advocate for progress and equality. So when extremists took unprecedented steps to lock Black and brown students out of higher education, Justice Jackson immediately set the legal record – and the court – straight about the REAL effects of ruling against affirmative action. Now, the NAACP is harnessing Justice Jackson’s call to action by taking the fight to the next level! We’re launching a massive campaign to protect diversity in higher education and we need all hands on deck! Please, add your name now to show Americans stand with Justice Jackson and the NAACP’s fight against educational discrimination >> {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 63 The San Jose / Silicon Valley NAACP to "The Giving Pies". The Giving Pies is one of few Black Owned Cafes in San Jose and were broken into. In conjunction with 100 Black Men we joined the giveback. Branch Treasurer Lasha Heard presents Owner Voahangy Rasetarinera with a donation. Dear Editor: I don’t want police with Tasers in my town. I don’t want police canines in my town. I don’t want cops racially profiling in my town. I don’t want cops when they stop black {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 64 or brown people asking if they’re on probation or parole. I don’t want cops when they stop a black person bringing 5 or 6 cop cars to the scene. I don’t want cops stopping black people for atraffic ticket and forcing them to sit on the curb. I don’t want a police chief who thumbs his nose at racial profiling data that shows his cops routinely engage in racially discriminatory policing. I don’t want a police captain who uses the N-word and refuses to apologize, and his department not only doesn’t fire him but instead promotes him. I don’t want a police department whose entire command staff is white. I don’t want a police department where cops sue the city over a beautiful BLM mural. I don’t want a police department that maintains a military arsenal. I don’t want a city manager that’s a rubber stamp for a police department with a long history of systemic racism. I don’t want a city council with a few notable exceptions afraid to speak out against an authoritarian city manager and racist police department. And I don’t want any fancy 100 million dollar plus so-called public safety building housing an undeserving gang of slave catchers. Aram James {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 65 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 66 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 67 Picture it! Two worlds in the same galaxy. The first world has a long history — full of ups and downs — but its people have learned and are learning from the mistakes of their past. When they say, "Black Lives Matter", "Love is Love", "Liberty and Justice for All", "End poverty", and "Peace not war," they do not just say it, on this planet, they do it. In this world, the leaders empower the people, rights are protected with the utmost respect, and power is shared not controlled. Now picture, the second world, run by a single, cowardly dictator who divides the people so that they will never know that a better day awaits them-- if they walk together. This leader spews hatred lies and is inspired by the worst parts of the past such as: separate but unequal, Black Codes, "Go back to where you come from," "Here's a flight to the Martha's Vineyard," and enjoys the occasional scare tactic. In this world, people do not know the history of how their ancestors overcame tyrants because they have been restricted from {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 68 learning it. When this leader sees any glimpse of this world becoming like the first, new ideas are invented and new barriers are erected to stop progress. The sad truth is that as much as I love a good comic story, THIS is our reality in Florida. READ MORE CCYS Football & Cheer Signups Offering tackle football and cheer, registration is NOW OPEN! Accepting boys and girls aged 5 - 14 years old. The 2023 Fall season starts on August 1st! Sign your child up at CCYS.com/register to participate! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 69 News Horrified by 'whites-only' language in their property deeds, Ladera residents worked hard to purge it Now a new state law is making it easier to find and remove outdated and illegal racial restrictions Property owners who participated in the effort to purge racist language from property deeds in Ladera include, from left, Blake Sandy, Leslie Wambach, Lea Gottlieb, Mia Clark and Linda Arrillaga. Photo by Federica Armstrong. When Leslie Wambach was house hunting on the Midpeninsula in 2003, she thought she had discovered the perfect home in the perfect neighborhood. The house in the residential community of Ladera was surprisingly affordable compared to most others in the area, and the neighborhood was scenic, rural-feeling and close to the conveniences of {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 70 neighboring Portola Valley. But then she came across something that gave her pause: The property deed contained restrictions from an earlier era prohibiting anyone who wasn't "Caucasian or white race" from owning or occupying land in the neighborhood. Although these types of covenants were outlawed in 1948 and are no longer enforceable, its presence on her property deed raised concerns about the origins of these racial restrictions and their possible hurtful impact on residents today.READ MORE Let’s get together We’re hosting a new event! The 6th Annual White & Wine Festival, August 6, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Renowned artist Howard Hewett will be headlining the festival, with Tortilla Soup opening the show so don't be late! We support "Short-term education for lifetime careers" Enjoy Food Wine Venders and a great time with friend and family. Limited VIP tables {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 71 available! Get your tickets soon because space is limited. We hope you’re able to join us! Register Now The conference is free and includes interactive lessons, workshops, round tables, and un-conference spaces. Dr. Luci Pangrazio will open the conference with a keynote on Thursday, August 3rd, and Dr. Roxana Marachi will close it with another keynote on Friday, August 4th. REGISTRATION LINK {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 72 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 73 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 74 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 75 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 76 WHY BLACK CHURCHES ARE BETTER AT EARLY LITERACY THAN SOME SCHOOLS BY BEKAH MCNEEL Joshua was one of the star students in his Sunday school class at a Black Baptist church he and his family attended; his teacher raved about Joshua’s helpfulness and engagement. But when it came to preschool, Joshua’s parents were perplexed. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 77 The San Jose/Silicon Valley NAACP is looking to co-host a local theater for a watch party of the COLOR PURPLE PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOUR ORGANIZATION IS INTRESTED Phone: (408)898-6985 Email: info@sanjosenaacp.org {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 78 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 79 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 80 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 81 Website History Events Youth Address: 205 E Alma Ave d10 San Jose, CA 95112 Telephone: +1 (408) 898-6985 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 82 Drop Us A Line San Jose Silicon Valley NAACP | 1313 N Milpitas Blvd #163, Milpitas, CA 95035 Unsubscribe hrc@cityofpaloalto.org Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by moore2j@att.net powered by Try email marketing for free today! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 83 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Rob Baker; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Sheriff Transparency; Council, City; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Hornung, Joel; RANDALL HIGGINS; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha Cc:Perron, Zachary; Lee, Craig; cromero@cityofepa.org; Diana Diamond; Tannock, Julie; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco Subject:Justice Served: 6 Mississippi Officers Plead Guilty to Racist Assault on 2 Black Men – RedState Date:Friday, August 4, 2023 5:38:42 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ FYI: https://redstate.com/jeffc/2023/08/04/justice-served-6-mississippi-officers-plead-guilty-to-racist-assault-on-2-black- men-n787774 Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 84 From:Aram James To:Lydia Kou; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Sean Allen; Angie Evans; Vara Ramakrishnan; alisa mallari tu; Rebecca Eisenberg; Patricia.Guerrero@jud.ca.gov; Veenker, Vicki; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Stump, Molly; Sean Allen; Raj; Shana Segal; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Human Relations Commission; Joe Simitian; Jeff Rosen; Cindy Chavez; Josh Becker; Mila Zelkha Subject:Mayor grandstands on homelessness Date:Saturday, August 5, 2023 1:41:10 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://sanjosespotlight.com/san-jose-mayor-targets-homeless-living-near-schools/ Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 85 From:Aram James To:Jensen, Eric; Mila Zelkha; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco; Stephen.Connolly@oirgroup.com; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; supervisor.lee@bos.sccgov.org; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Cindy Chavez; walter wilson; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Josh Becker; Human Relations Commission; Tina Boales; Rebecca Eisenberg; Jeff Rosen Subject:No Tasers in Palo Alto Date:Saturday, August 5, 2023 1:45:00 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ https://youtu.be/pN8DdpS3yPc Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 86 From:Aram James To:Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Robert. Jonsen; Kevin Jensen; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Sheriff Transparency; walter wilson; Council, City; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Joe Simitian; Cindy Chavez; supervisor.lee@bos.sccgov.org; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Vara Ramakrishnan; Rebecca Eisenberg; alisa mallari tu; Josh Becker; Shana Segal; Shikada, Ed; Reifschneider, James; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Michael Gennaco; Mila Zelkha Subject:A federal takeover at Rikers Island seems increasingly likely Date:Saturday, August 5, 2023 11:42:45 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Closing Argument This week's art is by Jesse Kruze. Full work below. DONATE BY BETH SCHWARTZAPFEL Last month, a federal judge overseeing a court settlement seeking to make New York City’s notorious Rikers Island jails safer signaled that she is losing patience with the city’s corrections department. After years of dysfunction and disorder at the complex, Judge Laura Taylor Swain said she was beginning to {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 87 question whether city officials “are capable of safe and proper management of the jails.” Close observers knew exactly what Swain was hinting at: a federal receivership. Advocates of this measure and attorneys for people locked up at Rikers have long called for a takeover of the jails by a neutral, court-appointed expert, known as a receiver. But judges are generally reluctant to take this drastic step, which hands control to an administrator who answers to the judge, not elected officials. It’s only been done a handful of times across the country at prisons and jails with the most intractable problems. “A receiver has extraordinary powers. It has to be a last resort and it’s a big thing to do,” Elizabeth Glazer, former director of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice, told The City. In 2006, a federal judge made history by placing California’s entire $1.2 billion prison health care system into receivership as part of a landmark class-action lawsuit. Experts at the time testified that, on average, a person in California state prisons died from medical neglect or malpractice every week. Receivers can spend money, hire and fire staff, and write policies as they see fit. They can also ask the judge to override union contracts or state rules that get in their way. “That freedom from bureaucratic morass is partly why receivers, answerable only to the court, usually make progress where agencies simply can’t,” wrote Hernandez D. Stroud, an attorney and law professor who studies prison oversight, in a New York Daily News editorial arguing in favor of a receivership at Rikers Island. But receivers sometimes come with controversy, too. Since they only have to answer to the judge, critics argue that receivers are not accountable to the people and their elected representatives. And receivers’ spending can raise concerns. California’s first receiver didn’t endear himself to state officials when he threatened to hold them in contempt of court and said he would “‘back up the Brink’s truck’ to the state’s treasury, if need be,” The New York Times reported at the time. The $500,000 annual salary he paid himself didn’t help, either. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 88 A second receiver in that California case has done the job for over a decade, transferring oversight of health care back to the state as facilities meet certain standards. The state now runs health care at 20 facilities, and the receiver still manages 13. “It's off-the-charts better care than they would have ever had before,” Don Specter, the lead attorney for the plaintiffs in the California suit, told The Arizona Republic last year. “It's not Cadillac care or anything like that, but it's decent care.” Specter is also a lead attorney in a similar class-action lawsuit regarding prison health care in Arizona. In 2021, the judge in that case ruled that Arizona’s health care was “plainly grossly inadequate” and laid out required changes, hinting that she could appoint a receiver in the future. Not every receivership drags on for as long as California’s has, though. In 1995, a federal judge ordered a receiver to run Central Detention Facility (CDF), the jail in Washington, D.C., after concluding that some city officials “don’t give a damn.” At the height of the AIDS crisis, for example, there was “a chronic shortage of life-saving supplies, medication and equipment,” the judge’s order said. In 2000, five years after the receiver took over, the judge returned control of the jail to the city, expressing reservations but acknowledging that conditions had improved. But the improvements didn’t last. In 2021, in what one Washington Post op-ed columnist called “deja vu,” U.S. Marshals were so appalled by conditions at the jail that they transferred 400 people to a federal prison. They found “‘large amounts of standing human sewage … in the toilets of multiple occupied cells’ and many cells in which water ‘had been shut off for days.’” Those reports echo news coming out of Rikers Island. A class- action suit regarding conditions at the jail complex has dragged on for years, with a federal monitor issuing regular reports and the judge giving the city multiple opportunities to avoid a federal takeover by fixing conditions on its own. Yet since the COVID-19 pandemic began, Rikers’ conditions have worsened. Stabbings and slashings are common; people have been packed into unsanitary cells that some have said are “like a slave {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 89 ship”; record numbers of people have died. With mounting public pressure and sharp criticism from the monitor tasked with keeping an eye on jail conditions, the city recently said it would stop announcing deaths at the jail. A longtime Rikers doctor was fired after criticizing correctional officers and jail administrators on social media with the hashtag #ReceivershipNow. “Rather than fix the problems plaguing the jails, Mayor Adams and his DOC commissioner have sought to hide them,” wrote gabriel sayegh, co-executive director of the Katal Center for Equity, Health and Justice, an organization that advocates for closing Rikers, in a recent op-ed calling for a federal receiver. Mayor Eric Adams has pushed back against a receivership, saying assaults and stabbings at Rikers are down and change takes time. “Now you have a mayor that’s leading from the front and saying, ‘I’m going to be responsible for DOC,’ and you’re seeing the results that we are doing and saying, ‘We are going to take it away from you, Eric,’” Adams told the New York Post. His administration cites a staffing shortage, even though the city’s corrections department has more staff than almost any other jail system its size. The federal monitor said there was no staffing shortage, but rather “deeply ingrained patterns of mismanagement and dysfunction.” The next hearing in the Rikers Island class-action suit is scheduled for Aug. 10. Lawyers for the people held at the jail and New York’s top federal prosecutor have said they will formally request a receivership on that day. THE BEST OF THE MARSHALL PROJECT The forgotten history of America’s prison music. From blues to gospel to country to rap, people have been making music behind bars for decades. In partnership with The New York Times, our colleague Maurice Chammah explains why we should all tune in. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 90 Is crime in your area reported to the feds? Nearly one-third of the nation’s law enforcement agencies are missing from the FBI’s 2022 crime statistics. These tools let you check on your state and local agencies. The analysis was prepared by our colleagues Weihua Li, Andrew Rodriguez Calderón, David Eads and Anna Flagg. “It was the best job I ever had.” As David Desmond cycled in and out of prison, he logged more than 3,000 hours fighting wildfires in California. It was a challenge of strength, survival and learning how to work with fellow prisoners. “No one treated us like inmates; we were firefighters,” Desmond writes in the latest installment of our Life Inside series. Each week, Closing Argument highlights the work of an artist with an interest in the criminal {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 91 justice system. This piece is by Jesse Kruze. Beth Schwartzapfel is a staff writer who often covers addiction and health, probation and parole, and LGBTQ+ issues. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, the Washington Post, USA Today and NPR. Want fewer emails, or to change which newsletters you're subscribed to? Adjust the email you receive from us by updating your preferences. 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This email was sent to abjpd1@gmail.com why did I get this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences The Marshall Project · 156 West 56th Street · Studio, 3rd Floor · New York, NY 10019 · USA {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 92 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Sean Allen; Veenker, Vicki; Sean Allen; Tanaka, Greg; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Josh Becker; Binder, Andrew; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; District1@bos.sccgov.org; supervisor.lee@bos.sccgov.org; Cindy Chavez; Shana Segal; Vara Ramakrishnan; alisa mallari tu; Wagner, April; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Michael Gennaco; Rebecca Eisenberg; Reifschneider, James; Mila Zelkha; Tina Boales; Perron, Zachary Subject:Support two critical allies in our struggle for Palestinian rights Date:Saturday, August 5, 2023 3:34:12 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Cori Bush for Congress Dear Aram , Cori Bush and Rashida Tlaib are two of the most consistent champions for Palestinian rights on Capitol Hill. Now, they’re being attacked for their bold stances—and we need to have their backs. Time and time again, I have seen Rashida rise on the House floor to defend the basic humanity of her Palestinian community and family. Time and time again, I have seen Cori boldly and unapologetically condemn Israel’s apartheid government. I’ve been brought to tears seeing their bravery and solidarity. It’s time to show up for Cori and Rashida. Will you split a donation between their campaigns today? {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 93 DONATE NOW Recently, Cori and Rashida were part of a small group of progressives who opposed a horrible GOP resolution that denied Israeli apartheid and reaffirmed unconditional support for the government of Israel, despite its rapidly escalating violence against Palestinians. The next day, both congresswomen boycotted the speech of Israeli president Isaac Herzog, in protest of Israel’s racist policies. Predictably, pro-apartheid groups like AIPAC have been coming for Cori and Rashida ever since. Especially as Jewish Americans, it’s crucial that we back our champions up as they face vicious smear campaigns from anti-Palestinian groups. Now is the time to show up for the members of Congress who are calling for a true end to U.S. complicity in Israeli apartheid. In solidarity, Beth Miller Political Director, JVP Action PAC P.S. Defend our champions — split a gift between Cori Bush and Rashida Tlaib's campaigns now. PAID FOR BY CORI BUSH FOR CONGRESS Sent via ActionNetwork.org. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Cori Bush for Congress, please click here. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 94 From:Aram James To:Burt, Patrick; Lydia Kou; Greer Stone; Lauing, Ed; Shikada, Ed; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Veenker, Vicki; Tanaka, Greg; Angie Evans; Vara Ramakrishnan; alisa mallari tu; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Human Relations Commission; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Jeff Rosen; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg Subject:Los Angeles Times: Stop worrying, NIMBYS — affordable housing shouldn’t squash your property values Date:Sunday, August 6, 2023 4:05:41 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Stop worrying, NIMBYS — affordable housing shouldn’t squash your property values https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2023-08-06/housing-crisis-los-angeles-california-property-value Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 95 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Tanaka, Greg; Burt, Patrick; Council, City; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Shikada, Ed; Binder, Andrew; Michael Gennaco; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Shana Segal; Human Relations Commission; Joe Simitian; Rebecca Eisenberg; Josh Becker; Sheriff Transparency; LaDoris Cordell; Mila Zelkha; Chuck Jagoda; Perron, Zachary; Jay Boyarsky; Barberini, Christopher; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Kevin Jensen; DuJuan Green; dennis burns Subject:Racially discriminatory policing is nothing new with the Palo Alto Police Departnent Date:Monday, August 7, 2023 10:58:24 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://socialistworker.org/2008/11/13/racial-profiling-in-palo-alto Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 96 From:Aram James To:Tannock, Julie; Enberg, Nicholas; Lee, Craig; cromero@cityofepa.org; Foley, Michael; Mila Zelkha; Vara Ramakrishnan; alisa mallari tu; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Robert. Jonsen; Lait, Jonathan; Hornung, Joel; Reifschneider, James; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Josh Becker; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission Subject:Racially discriminatory policing is nothing new with the Palo Alto Police Departnent Date:Monday, August 7, 2023 11:03:34 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://socialistworker.org/2008/11/13/racial-profiling-in-palo-alto Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 97 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Council, City; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Shikada, Ed; Barberini, Christopher; Tannock, Julie; Jensen, Eric; Hornung, Joel; Figueroa, Eric; Foley, Michael; Lee, Craig; Afanasiev, Alex; Josh Becker; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Jeff Rosen; Sean Allen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary Cc:dennis burns; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Roberta Ahlquist Subject:Criticism of police, Palo Alto Daily Post August 7, 2023 Date:Monday, August 7, 2023 11:12:10 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links.________________________________ Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 98 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Council, City; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Shikada, Ed; Barberini, Christopher; Tannock, Julie; Jensen, Eric; Hornung, Joel; Figueroa, Eric; Foley, Michael; Lee, Craig; Afanasiev, Alex; Josh Becker; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Jeff Rosen; Sean Allen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Sheriff Transparency Cc:dennis burns; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Roberta Ahlquist Subject:Criticism of police, Palo Alto Daily Post August 7, 2023 Date:Monday, August 7, 2023 11:12:15 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links.________________________________ {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 99 Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 100 From:Samina Sundas To:Samina Sundas Subject:Fwd: Invitation to be our peace partner again Date:Tuesday, August 8, 2023 11:56:20 AM Attachments:20223 co-sponsorship letter for Multifaith Peace Picnic.docx 2023 Multifaith peace picnic flyer 1.doc You don't often get email from saminasundas@gmail.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Dear peace partners, I hope all of you and your families have been well? I am so sorry for the late start this year but I had knee replacement surgery this summer and that impacted my life quite a bit. I am finally on the mend and have some of my energy back. Please review the partnership request letter and draft flyer. We would love to add your name on the flyer again this year. Please invest in building lasting peace and sowing seeds of meaningful friendships. Please feel free to call, text or email if you have any questions? Best regards, Samina Sundas 650-387-1994 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 101 From:Aram James To:RANDALL HIGGINS; Sheriff Transparency; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Afanasiev, Alex; Enberg, Nicholas; Binder, Andrew; Robert. Jonsen; Cerise Castle; Reifschneider, James; Josh Becker; Vara Ramakrishnan; Council, City; Mila Zelkha; EPA Today; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Jeff Rosen; Julie Lythcott- Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; LaDoris Cordell Subject:EXCLUSIVE: 2 Black Men Tortured & Shot By Miss. Cops Speak Out - Cops Plead Guilty Date:Tuesday, August 8, 2023 12:35:36 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Aram James <abjpd1@gmail.com> Date: August 8, 2023 at 12:32:06 PM PDT To: Sheriff Transparency <sccsherifftransparencyinfo@gmail.com>, "Robert. Jonsen" <Robert.jonsen@shf.sccgov.org>, Andrew Binder <andrew.binder@cityofpaloalto.org>, Sean Allen <sallen6444@yahoo.com>, James Reifschneider <james.reifschneider@cityofpaloalto.org>, City Council <city.council@cityofpaloalto.org>, moore2j <moore2j@att.net>, Shana Segal <voteshanasegal@gmail.com>, April Wagner <april.wagner@cityofpaloalto.org>, Jeff Rosen <jrosen@dao.sccgov.org>, christopher.barberini@cityofpaloalto.org, Michael Gennaco <michael.gennaco@oirgroup.com>, michael.foley@cityofpaloalto.org, Joel.Hornung@cityofpaloalto.org, Eric.Jensen@cityofpaloalto.org, eric.figueroa@cityofpaloalto.org, julie.Tannock@cityofpaloalto.org Subject: EXCLUSIVE: 2 Black Men Tortured & Shot By Miss. Cops Speak Out - Cops Plead Guilty https://youtu.be/dmsBJh1m2xM Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 102 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Tanaka, Greg; Veenker, Vicki; Lauing, Ed; Shikada, Ed; Sean Allen; moore2j; Council, City; Shana Segal; Angie Evans; Josh Becker; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; supervisor.lee@bos.sccgov.org; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Chuck Jagoda; Roberta Ahlquist Subject:-county-eviction-court-oakland-hayward/ Date:Tuesday, August 8, 2023 7:02:03 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://oaklandside.org/2023/08/08/alameda-county-eviction-court-oakland-hayward/ Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 103 From:Boyle, Kaleigh To:Human Relations Commission Subject:Civil Rights Case Management | Tyler Tech Date:Wednesday, August 9, 2023 1:05:21 PM You don't often get email from kaleigh.boyle@tylertech.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Hello, I was looking to speak with someone regarding Tyler's Civil Rights Case Management Platform. Do you know who would be the best person for me to reach out to? Thanks, Kaleigh Boyle {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 104 From:Aram James To:Barberini, Christopher; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Sean Allen; Veenker, Vicki; Binder, Andrew; Shikada, Ed; Joe Simitian; Hornung, Joel; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Reifschneider, James; Council, City; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Foley, Michael; Mila Zelkha; Michael Gennaco; Wagner, April; Afanasiev, Alex; Human Relations Commission; Sheriff Transparency; Rebecca Eisenberg; LaDoris Cordell; Jeff Rosen; Perron, Zachary; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan Subject:Officer injured during taser training, shock caused severe muscle contractions and three herniated disc and a concussion fracture. His attorney says there have been hundred of injuries of officers during training. Date:Wednesday, August 9, 2023 10:28:42 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Sean Allen <sallen6444@yahoo.com> Date: August 9, 2023 at 7:44:35 PM PDT To: Aram James <abjpd1@gmail.com>, Jethroe Moore <moore2j@att.net>, Rose Lynn <roselynn95035@yahoo.com>, Richard Konda <rkonda@asianlawalliance.org>, Raj <raj@siliconvalleydebug.org> Subject: Officer injured during taser training, shock caused severe muscle contractions and three herniated disc and a concussion fracture. His attorney says there have been hundred of injuries of officers during training. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/dallas-police-officer-sues-over-injury- during-taser-training/ DALLAS (1080 KRLD) - In January of 2009, then Dallas Police officer Andrew Butler was getting training on use of the department's Taser stun gun. Like everyone else he signed a release form. What attorney Mark Haney says Butler didn't know was a number of officers had previously been injured in the training. "There have been hundreds of officers injured in the course of training by taking these kinds of taser hits" said Haney. Listen to LP Phillips reporting {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 105 Butler claims he was 'tased' for five seconds but the shock caused such severe muscle contractions he herniated three discs in his neck and suffered a compression fracture in his back. Steve Tuttle of Taser International says, "they've supported that our warnings are sufficient for anybody that goes through a training course." Because Butler signed the release form the courts have ruled Taser International is not liable. (©2013 CBS Local Media, a division of CBS Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.) Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 106 From:Aram James To:Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Binder, Andrew; Sean Allen; moore2j; Reifschneider, James; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Binder, Andrew; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; supervisor.lee@bos.sccgov.org; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Joe Simitian; Cindy Chavez; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Josh Becker; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Shana Segal; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; LaDoris Cordell; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan; Kevin Jensen; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Angie Evans; Enberg, Nicholas; Linda Jolley; Kaloma Smith; Rob Baker; Afanasiev, Alex; Human Relations Commission Subject:Tasers so so dangerous that police being trained to understand the effects of a taser blast should wear helmets and protective eye goggles Date:Wednesday, August 9, 2023 10:45:59 PM Attachments:212151.P.pdf CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 107 From:Aram James To:Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Joe Simitian; Sean Allen; Binder, Andrew; Cindy Chavez; supervisor.lee@bos.sccgov.org; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Dave Price; Reifschneider, James; Barberini, Christopher; Kevin Jensen; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Afanasiev, Alex; Raj; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Jeff Rosen; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; LaDoris Cordell; Mila Zelkha; Josh Becker; Perron, Zachary; Vara Ramakrishnan; Jay Boyarsky; Angie Evans; Enberg, Nicholas; Kaloma Smith; Linda Jolley; Rob Baker; chuck jagoda; moore2j Subject:Shawn Curran v. Axon Enterprise, Inc., No. 21-2151 (4th Cir. 2023) :: Justia Date:Wednesday, August 9, 2023 11:00:37 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Police playing the part of a civilian role player wear a helmet, eye goggles, full body suit before being exposed to a taser blast—wow -what an acknowledge of the risk involved in police tasering community members with none of these protections —have the police willing-fully failed to tell local city council members, city managers, community members about the extent of dangers involved in tasing vulnerable members of our community? You decide!! Read the below case. https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca4/21-2151/21-2151-2023-01-09.html {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 108 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Binder, Andrew; Council, City; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco; Reifschneider, James; Josh Becker; Wagner, April; Shikada, Ed; Jensen, Eric; Hornung, Joel; Figueroa, Eric; Tannock, Julie; Barberini, Christopher; Shana Segal; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen Subject:Long Island cop shot my eye out with a taser: suit Date:Thursday, August 10, 2023 9:31:35 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Sean Allen <sallen6444@yahoo.com> Date: August 10, 2023 at 8:20:16 PM PDT To: Aram James <abjpd1@gmail.com>, Jethroe Moore <moore2j@att.net>, Richard Konda <rkonda@asianlawalliance.org>, Raj <raj@siliconvalleydebug.org> Subject: Long Island cop shot my eye out with a taser: suit https://nypost.com/2019/01/19/long-island-cop-shot-my-eye-out-with-a-taser-suit/ Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 109 From:Aram James To:Council, City; Chuck Jagoda; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Robert. Jonsen; Roberta Ahlquist; Shikada, Ed; Reifschneider, James; Binder, Andrew; Josh Becker; Shana Segal; Wagner, April; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Enberg, Nicholas; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric Cc:Joe Simitian; Hornung, Joel; Cindy Chavez; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Vara Ramakrishnan Subject:I Spent Over 40 Years Working in Corrections. I Wasn’t Ready for Rikers. | The Marshall Project Date:Friday, August 11, 2023 7:22:38 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ https://www.themarshallproject.org/2022/10/28/i-spent-over-40-years-working-in-corrections-i-wasn-t-ready-for- rikers Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 110 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Binder, Andrew; Sheriff Transparency; Reifschneider, James; Council, City; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Shikada, Ed; Wagner, April; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Jay Boyarsky; Enberg, Nicholas; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Kevin Jensen; DuJuan Green; dennis burns Subject:Gangs in Pasadena Police Department? Date:Friday, August 11, 2023 3:45:37 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://www.pasadenanow.com/main/chief-harris-responds-to-lawsuit-claiming-gang-in- police-department Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 111 From:Sheriff Transparency To:Aram James Cc:Robert. Jonsen; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Council, City; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Shikada, Ed; Wagner, April; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Jay Boyarsky; Enberg, Nicholas; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Kevin Jensen; DuJuan Green; dennis burns Subject:Re: Gangs in Pasadena Police Department? Date:Friday, August 11, 2023 9:15:53 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Hi Aram, We hope nobody is surprised after reading this. Many LE agencies harbor some sort of group, whether characterized as a 'gang', 'clique', or a 'band' of cops whose members set out to commit egregious acts within the community and/or against other LE Officers as in this case in Pasadena. We know the LASD leads the issues on this, however, there can be as little as 3 people who act together or separately to commit crimes, violate civil rights, etc. while upholding their commitment to being in these LE groups of thugs, which are not uncommon in many agencies. They operate and work right under their commanders' noses, some know and some do not. We believe the new (Jan2023) Chief of Pasadena PD has not been made aware and now is raising an eyebrow. Seems to us that perhaps his command staff did not appropriately bring the troubling issues to the Chief's attention sooner because they are part of his command staff. That is the problem is you have commanders (and all the way up to the Chief/Sheriff) involved or were involved and it is an uphill battle to address the issues when the leaders are the roadblocks. This is one of the reasons why new Chiefs and Sheriffs should be rid of the former Chief/Sheriff Commanders because you just do not know who/what you are getting. To rely on the judgment of a former Chief or Sheriff is plain reckless and ignorant as in the current case of the SCC Sheriff's Office (we have noted that the current Sheriff is Cc'ed on this email), keeping former Sheriff Laurie Smith's commanders in place. MANY depts who have appointed/elected new Chiefs/Sheriffs reorganize their command structures.Not uncommon and similar to private companies, new mayors, etc. We want to applaud Pasadena Councilmember Tyrone Hampton (a person with integrity) for demanding an independent investigation into the allegations. We need everyone in Gov't to be like Tyrone Hampton unless your goal is not to uphold trust for our communities because you simply do not care, and/or just sitting, collecting a paycheck. We have YET to see or hear about anyone in any City or this County demanding that any LE Civil Rights violation allegations they learn about within their cities call for an INDEPENDENT investigation. If you know, please respond. We'd like to know. We have presented to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors for an independent investigation and of course, were ignored. That is the worst thing an agency (SCCBOS) committed to upholding the values of our diverse communities can do. Or are they really committed? or just collecting a paycheck? We want everyone here to know and we will continue to pass on our sentiments on behalf of {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 112 our group, victims, and witnesses, that because those in Santa Clara County do not take anything seriously (look how long it took them to be rid of the former Sheriff) when it comes to corruption and transparency, we have found other investigating agencies who has (taken us seriously) to investigate the allegations (or at least delegate to another authority) we have presented. When the time comes, we will be happy to expose to the media/public who we reached out to when the public demands why wasn't something done sooner or even addressed. That would mean everyone on the current board of the County Board of Supvs, including the current and retired SCC Executive Director and those complicit in failing to take action. ~SCCSTG On Fri, Aug 11, 2023 at 3:45 PM Aram James <abjpd1@gmail.com> wrote: https://www.pasadenanow.com/main/chief-harris-responds-to-lawsuit-claiming-gang-in- police-department Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 113 From:Aram James To:Binder, Andrew; Lee, Craig; Reifschneider, James; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Hornung, Joel; Shikada, Ed; DuJuan Green; Tanaka, Greg; Josh Becker; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco Subject:Thrown to the ground by the racist PAPD in 2004 for not wearing a helmet while skateboarding to Terman Jr on the way to school check him out now Date:Friday, August 11, 2023 10:07:40 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://youtu.be/SHK_VSyp1D0 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 114 From:San Jose Silicon Valley NAACP To:Human Relations Commission Subject:Boston Convention Review Date:Monday, August 14, 2023 6:51:01 AM You don't often get email from moore2j+att.net@ccsend.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of openingattachments and clicking on links. Unashamedly Black, Unapologetically Beautiful!!!! The Oldest, Largest And Strongest Civil Rights Organization In The United States. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 115 2023 Black Resistance Past, Present,& Future Dear Hawaii, On behalf of the San Jose/Silicon Valley National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), we extend our deepest sympathies to you and your community during this difficult time. We were saddened to hear about the recent fires that have impacted the islands, causing devastation and loss. We understand that the pain and grief you are experiencing may seem insurmountable, but we encourage you to lean on your faith and find strength in the support of your Ohana.. The resilience and spirit of the people of Hawaii have always been an inspiration, and we have no doubt that you will rise above this challenge.We draw inspiration from the scriptures, which remind us of God's unwavering presence and His tender care for His children. In times of sorrow, Psalm 34:18 offers comfort by stating, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." May you find reassurance and peace in the knowledge that God is with you, walking alongside you as you navigate this journey of healing and recovery. We also want to express our admiration for the resilience and unity that Hawaii has shown in difficult times. The spirit of aloha, characterized by love, compassion, and community, serves as a beacon of hope and strength during such challenging circumstances. We recognize the importance of"ohana" (family) is highly valued in Hawaiian culture, emphasizing the importance of strong bonds and support within the community and support in coming together in times of crisis. We want you to know that we are here for you, offering our thoughts, prayers. We respectfully urge the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors to actively find a meaningful way to support the communities affected by the devastating fires in the state of Hawaii. May God's love surround you, providing comfort and peace, and may the Ohana community in Hawaii be a source of strength and encouragement as you navigate the path towards healing and restoration. Our hearts are with you, and we stand with you in solidarity. Pastor Jethroe Moore II, President San Jose/Silicon Valley National Association for the Advancement of Colored People {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 116 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 117 FREEDOM GALA Friday, October 6 · 5:30 – 11pm PDT HayesMansion 200 Edenvale Avenue San Jose, CA 95136 The gala serves as a platform for bringing together a diverse group of attendees, including city and state officials, corporate leaders, community activists, and other influential individuals. The power of this event lies in the collective energy and commitment of individuals like yourself, who understand the importance of supporting initiatives that address systemic issues faced by marginalized communities. Click Here {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 118 NAACP Remembers Life & Legacy of Professor Charles J. Ogletree Jr. "Throughout his career, Professor Ogletree played a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of the NAACP's mission. Through mentorship, he provided invaluable guidance on a wide array of issues from reparations for the Tulsa Race Massacre to The Association's national convention planning. As we bid farewell to this extraordinary civil rights champion, let us honor his legacy by committing a renewed determination and dedication to the continued fight for racial justice. The NAACP stands as a testament to the enduring impact of his life's work, and we pledge to continue the fight for justice, equality, and human rights in his honor. His leadership empowered a new generation of civil rights leaders, inspiring them to carry the torch forward in the fight for justice and progress." We extend our deepest condolences to Professor Ogletree's family, friends, colleagues, and all whose lives he touched. May his memory serve as a guiding light towards a more just and equitable society for all. Rest in power. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 119 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 120 Black Joy Become revolutionary during Black August By Jonece Starr Dunigan | jdunigan@reckonmedia.com As white supremacy continues to disempower communities of color, Black revolutionaries are on the frontlines dismantling the systems attempting to keep Black minds and bodies in bondage. “Black August” is an annual, month-long commemoration of the freedom fighters and movement workers who mapped out the blueprint of Black resistance and those who are continuing the fight. This tradition was created after activist and author George Jackson was killed by a San Quentin Prison guard in California on August 21, 1971. Jackson, along with fellow inmates Fleeta {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 121 Drumgo and John Cluchette, were accused of killing a white prison guard in January 1970. In March 1972, Drumgo and Cluchette were acquitted of the charges because the state failed to prove its case. READ MORE Are you a small business owner of color? Apply for the Keep It Local Business Fund grant program by September 1. In partnership with Hello Alice, the NAACP and the Nextdoor Kind Foundation awarded a total of $100K in microgrants to entrepreneurs this year. What will recipients of the grant receive?A one-time $5,000 grant to support their small business, Public recognition for their contributions to their community, Participation in 1-2 events with fellow winners to share successes and lessons learned AND more! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 122 US education secretary: affirmative action ruling opens door to ending legacy admissions Miguel Cardona says supreme court decision creates opening to ‘go further’ with other measures to diversify campuses The US education secretary is a critic of the supreme court’s elimination of affirmative action but maintains the recent decision created an opening to “go further” with other measures aimed at diversifying campuses, including by axing legacy and donor-based admissions. “Legacy admissions is one of those things too that a lot of campuses are looking at saying, ‘If I can’t use race as a factor to diversify my campus … why am I allowed to use something like, you know, a person’s last name?’” Miguel {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 123 Cardona told the Boston Herald. “So it’s an opportunity for us to come together and exceed the outcomes that were available during affirmative action.” READ MORE I Survived Pregnancy and Postpartum Depression in Jail. Now I Guide Others Like Me. As a doula in Georgia prisons and jails, Tabatha Trammell supports incarceratedclients through pregnancy, childbirth {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 124 — and giving up their newborns. When I got pregnant at 15, my family disowned me. They were real religious folks — Jehovah’s Witnesses. My church didn’t want to be bothered with me. And when everybody at school found out, they stopped being my friend. “Oh, she’s pregnant,” they’d whisper. “She’s pregnant.” So I hated being pregnant, and I hated children. My pregnancy was a shame. The second time I was pregnant, I was in and out of jail. I was consistently arrested for selling drugs because that’s how I supplied my habit. Once, three weeks after giving birth, I was locked up in the Decatur Street annex of the Atlanta City Detention Center, which has since been closed. I told them at intake that I had just had a baby, but they did not come check on me or take me to medical so they could watch me. I was still bleeding, but I could hardly get any pads. Eventually, I had to use torn-up sheets. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 125 Ambedkar King Study Circle 2023 Conference Sat Aug 19, 2023, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM. 20589 Homestead Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014 RSVP {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 126 Judge advances excessive force claims over San Jose police response to George Floyd protests A federal judge did halt claims by protesters who could not prove which officers had hit them with less-lethal force, and against San Jose Police Department brass. MICHAEL GENNARO / August 3, 2023 SAN JOSE, Calif. (CN) — A federal judge advanced large swaths of a lawsuit against San Jose police officers brought by protesters who say they were roughed up in response to their protests of racial injustice in the wake of the George Floyd murder in 2020. The NAACP of San Jose/Silicon Valley, the San Jose Peace and Justice Center, and 11 individuals sued the city of San Jose and 19 of its police officers and brass {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 127 in federal court, with the individual plaintiffs claiming their First and Fourth Amendment rights were violated by police during protests following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in May 2020. Plaintiff Michael Acosta claims he was shot in the eye by a less-lethal round by police during the protests, causing him to lose vision and resulting in the eventual removal of his eye. READ MORE HIGHLIGHTS OF NATIONAL CONVENTION YOUTUBE LINK https://youtu.be/69uEWLE9nAU WHY YOU SHOULD BE A MEMBER AND STAY ACTIVE SEE THE 2023 NATIONAL CONVENTION IN BOSTON HIGHLIGHTS ON YOUTUBE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 128 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 129 The 114th National NAACP Convention took place in Boston where a total of 151 Region 1 (California, Hawaii, Arizona, Washington, Alaska, Utah, Nevada, Idaho) attendees were present. As always, our Youth and College Division were highlighted during the ACT-SO competitions where youth from Oakland, Altadena, N. San Diego, and Riverside took home awards. The California Hawaii State Conference received two Thalheimer Awards, placing third for Programs and second for Publications. We also had many sessions covering topics which impact our communities today such as AI, Environmental Justice, Veterans Affairs, and Labor. One of the most important reasons we gathered is Resolutions where delegates participated in a 10- hour legislative session to establish policies and programs NAACP will pursue during the upcoming year. Gail Bautista Region 1 Convention Secterery {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 130 Attending the 114th NAACP Convention in Boston was a profound experience for me. Held {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 131 in my hometown, the convention's historical significance added to its impact. Boston's rich civil rights history, marked by the first NAACP branch charter in 1912, set the backdrop for discussions. Themed "Thriving Together," the convention aimed for unity but revealed the threat posed by regressive policies. The sessions spotlighted how such policies harm marginalized communities. Climate change's disproportionate impact on people of color, the erasure of historical education, reproductive rights limitations, health disparities, and hindrances to education and economic progress were among the concerns discussed. Noteworthy figures like Leon Russel and the Vice President, Kamala Harris highlighted urgency and collaboration. Panels explored shared struggles, like antisemitism and racism, emphasizing cooperation among oppressed groups. The linkage between labor and NAACP's political goals emerged, stressing proactive engagement and strategic planning for equitable outcomes. The convention reminded us all that we must involve and empower youth for a sustainable movement. And it further informs our South Bay branch's priorities, including youth engagement. We also must not forget what's at stake politically too. As the 2024 election looms, leaders stressed the importance of proactive engagement, policy advocacy, and strategic planning to achieve equitable outcomes. Overall, the convention demonstrated that unity and dedication drive progress toward a just and equitable future. Elizabeth Kamya San Jose/Silicon Valley Branch Secretary {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 132 CA-HI State ASVA Committee Members: The 114th NAACP National Annual Convention was a tremendous success in large measure due to the planning and coordination of the NAACP Armed Services and Veterans Affairs programming for the Convention. The leadership of the ASVA Committee and members, prior to the convention and during addressed important veterans' issues in NAACP resolutions, which were passed at the Plenary Sessions, and implemented programming highlighting the 75th Anniversary of Executive Order #9981. Of course, the highlight of the Convention was NAACP National Board of Directors Meeting, at which the signing of the MOA between the NAACP & Dept. of Veterans Affairs {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 133 Center for Minority Veterans (CMV) took place. Our ASVA Reception programming was a brilliant and emotional tribute to our active-duty men and women and veterans who joined us. Thank you to those who worked on the Veteran resolutions presented to the body. They were well written and well received, now its time we take action! READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 134 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 135 Saturday, July 29, Opening Public Mass Meeting Vice President Harris emphasized that Black voters nationwide should make their voices heard, and remain vigilant to increasing attempts to silence and disenfranchise Black communities as it relates to critical issues ranging from affirmative action, to gun violence and reproductive rights. Sunday, July 30, Hate Has No Home Here - A Conversation on Racism, Anti Semitism, and Building Bridges to Fight All Hate Robert Kraft. Dr Henry Louis Gates Jr, and Meek Mill. We are preparing now for next year's elections, We are forging relationships now for next year's elections. We are identifying the targets where we could turn out the vote now for next year's elections. We Our campaign needs to be anti hate. It's a street that goes both directions that we have mutual interest in fighting white supremacy. That's the common enemy Monday, July 31, NAACP Resolutions Plenary SJ/SV NAACP Branch Presented 3 Enforce Policies and Practices of Canine Units, The Disciplining of Black Police Officers and Creation of Sister Cities with African Nations all passed. condemning attempts to outlaw the teaching of critical race theory as “a political wedge issue, was the highlight of the marathon meeting 10 hours Tuesday, August 1 Fractured: The People v. The States and Closing the Black Wealth Gap Regressive policies in states such as Florida, Tennessee, and Texas have eroded Black our hard-fought rights, and attempts and prohibition of teaching the history of race and racism in America. Panelists include Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw, My Girl Sheryl Underwood, and Bishop Vashti, and the Black Wealth Gap how systems of inequity have excluded Black people from traditional pathways to wealth. Meetings/Training Attended Education featured United States Department of Education Larry Bowden Jr./Alexis K Holmes Executive Director and Ashley C. Harrington Federal Student Aid Senior Advisor. Voter Action Network training. It is a voter database used to recruit volunteers, identify voters and get them out to vote during elections. NAACP Membership Portal Training NAACP Press Department Mandla Deskins meeting with {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 136 Oakland Branch President Elect to Region 1 Positions Gail Bautista Secretary, Rick Callender Resolutions, Rev.Moore Rules. LasVegas JULY 13 – 17, 2024 CCYS Football & Cheer Signups Offering tackle football and cheer, registration is NOW OPEN! Accepting boys and girls aged 5 - 14 years old. The 2023 Fall season starts on August 1st! Sign your child up at CCYS.com/register to participate! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 137 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 138 Hazel Nell Dukes was the first Black woman to desegregate an all-white apartment complex. The first Black person to work at the District Attorney’s Office for Nassau County, New York. The NAACP’s honoring Dukes with the Spingarn Medal, Presented by Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 139 I was extremely excited and appreciative, to have had the pleasure of attending the 114th NAACP Convention in Boston as a delegate for the San Jose/Silicon Valley Branch. I was unable to attend last year's convention in Atlantic City, NJ. Upon arrival, I was able to attend a few hours of the NAACP Board of Directors meeting, my very 1st. It was very interesting and informative, to see the inner workings of thr Board as they reported on the status of the organization as well as the work being done and what was needed. I attended our regional meetings and several plenary sessions. I enjoyed the variety of and numerous speakers. So many came but most notables included Vice President Kamala Harris, Senator Elizabeth Warren, Mayor of Boston, Representatives Ayanna Pressly and James Clyburn. The 10 hour marathon Resolutions session was a true testaments of the work, will and determination of the many Freedom Fighters of the NAACP. We are committed to making the world a better place for everyone. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 140 We won several awards during the Membership Luncheon including a Thalheimer Award. For the closing Spingarn Award Banquet, many stars honored the 2023 Spingarn Award awardee, Dr. Hazel Dukes (), but especially the former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton. It was a wonderful evening! We looked good, had good food and entertainment. That's a wrap! I look forward to seeing everyone for the next convention in 2024. Debra Williams {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 141 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 142 Good news for San Jose Get the best local news & events sent to your inbox each morning, for free. SJtoday is hiring! We are looking for a local City Editor to join our team. City Editor responsibilities include planning, writing, editing, and publishing the most relevant, engaging, and conversational daily content about San Jose. The job range is $55-$75,000 depending on experience and qualifications. 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Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious ofopening attachments and clicking on links. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 154 You're Invited! 231 Grant Groundbreaking Please join Abode Communities, Mercy Housing California, and the County of Santa Clara as we celebrate the groundbreaking of 110 affordable/workforce homes for teachers, school employees, and their families. When August 22, 2023 Hosts The Honorable Joe Simitian {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 155 10 AM - 11 AM Where 231 Grant Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 RSVP This event will take place on active construction site. Street parking available. Light refreshments will be served. County of Santa Clara The Honorable Lydia Kou Mayor, City of Palo Alto Holly Benson President & CEO Abode Communities Ramie Dare Regional Director, Real Estate Dev. 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Jonsen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Shana Segal; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Perron, Zachary; Jay Boyarsky Subject:The time has come for a police crimes unit in the DA’s office ( from the archive) Date:Wednesday, August 16, 2023 8:37:58 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://www.sanjoseinside.com/opinion/op-ed-the-time-has-come-for-das-to-create-police- crimes-units/ Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 158 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Binder, Andrew; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Council, City; Enberg, Nicholas; Reifschneider, James; Perron, Zachary; Shikada, Ed; Veenker, Vicki; Josh Becker; Wagner, April; Afanasiev, Alex; Mila Zelkha; Human Relations Commission; Shana Segal; Trisha Luciano; Sheriff Transparency; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Dave Price Cc:Hornung, Joel; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Tannock, Julie; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco; Barberini, Christopher Subject:ANTIOCH AND PITTSBURG COPS CHARGED IN VAST CONSPIRACY Date:Friday, August 18, 2023 9:35:00 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 159 Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 160 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Binder, Andrew; Perron, Zachary; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Stump, Molly; Figueroa, Eric; Josh Becker; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Joe Simitian; Barberini, Christopher; Human Relations Commission; Mila Zelkha; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Shana Segal; Perron, Zachary; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan; Enberg, Nicholas; Cindy Chavez; Angie Evans; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; dennis burns; Supervisor Otto Lee; Afanasiev, Alex Subject:- Long-ignored Antioch residents feel vindicated over police indictments Date:Friday, August 18, 2023 10:48:18 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Long-ignored Antioch residents feel vindicated over police indictments https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=92ff9401-ed27-4ae1-83fe- 517dec815280&appcode=SAN252&eguid=e4574ac4-01a3-4741-8e56-8850fe2df207&pnum=2# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 161 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Perron, Zachary; Wagner, April; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Figueroa, Eric; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco; Shikada, Ed; Stump, Molly; Joe Simitian; Tannock, Julie; Hornung, Joel; Jensen, Eric; Enberg, Nicholas; DuJuan Green; Shana Segal; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Human Relations Commission; Perron, Zachary; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan; dennis burns; Afanasiev, Alex; Cindy Chavez; Supervisor Otto Lee; Angie Evans; Tanaka, Greg; Kevin Jensen; Josh Becker; Kaloma Smith; alisa mallari tu; Rob Baker; Linda Jolley; Chuck Jagoda Subject:antioch-police-officers-collected-trophies-from-crime-scenes? 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Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/fbi-antioch-police-officers-collected-trophies-from-crime-scenes? utm_source=kron_app&utm_medium=social&utm_content=share-link Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 162 From:Aram James To:Binder, Andrew; Wagner, April; Reifschneider, James; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Veenker, Vicki; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Figueroa, Eric; Jensen, Eric; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Perron, Zachary; Council, City; Enberg, Nicholas; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; dennis burns; Cindy Chavez; Afanasiev, Alex; Angie Evans; Supervisor Otto Lee; Tanaka, Greg Subject:wild-series-sex-romp-claims-dog-law-enforcement-defund-movement Date:Friday, August 18, 2023 7:32:47 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. 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Jonsen; Sheriff Transparency; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Stump, Molly; Shikada, Ed; Josh Becker; dennis burns; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Barberini, Christopher; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Shana Segal; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Perron, Zachary; Shikada, Ed; Enberg, Nicholas; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; Vara Ramakrishnan; Jay Boyarsky; Cindy Chavez; Supervisor Otto Lee; Angie Evans; Afanasiev, Alex Subject:- Amid scandal, alleged brutality shatters family-man personas Date:Saturday, August 19, 2023 6:49:10 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. 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Jonsen; RANDALL HIGGINS; Sheriff Transparency; Reifschneider, James; Barberini, Christopher; Tannock, Julie; Enberg, Nicholas; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Council, City; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Perron, Zachary; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Jeff Rosen; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Cindy Chavez; Afanasiev, Alex; Supervisor Otto Lee; Angie Evans; Tanaka, Greg; Kaloma Smith; alisa mallari tu; Rob Baker Subject:- more OFFICERS INDICTED Date:Saturday, August 19, 2023 7:05:05 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ more OFFICERS INDICTED https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=c5f9275f-192e-4c07-a445- 0c09a8b9bfb4&appcode=SAN252&eguid=a9256809-0b41-4741-82a7-c0c703766637&pnum=1# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 165 From:Aram James To:Tannock, Julie; Barberini, Christopher; Enberg, Nicholas; Mila Zelkha; Emily Mibach; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Reifschneider, James; Binder, Andrew; Afanasiev, Alex; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Diana Diamond; Burt, Patrick; Patricia.Guerrero@jud.ca.gov; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Joe Simitian; Josh Becker; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Perron, Zachary; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Human Relations Commission; Vara Ramakrishnan; Jay Boyarsky; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Cindy Chavez; Supervisor Otto Lee; Angie Evans; Tanaka, Greg Subject:- Group files lawsuit against women’s prison Date:Saturday, August 19, 2023 7:22:43 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Il Group files lawsuit against women’s prison https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=88c2faf6-3e8e-4a01-b5c9- bcfe64374174&appcode=SAN252&eguid=a9256809-0b41-4741-82a7-c0c703766637&pnum=29# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 166 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Your Francis neighbors; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Shikada, Ed; Stump, Molly; Julie Lythcott- Haims; Veenker, Vicki; Council, City; Tanaka, Greg; Barberini, Christopher; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Sheriff Transparency; Kevin Jensen; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Joe Simitian; Michael Gennaco; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Perron, Zachary; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Human Relations Commission; Binder, Andrew; Vara Ramakrishnan; Jay Boyarsky; Enberg, Nicholas; Cindy Chavez; Afanasiev, Alex; Supervisor Otto Lee; Angie Evans Subject:Los Angeles Times: Editorial: L.A.’s smash-and-grab robberies are terrible, but not spurred by criminal justice reform Date:Saturday, August 19, 2023 9:49:45 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Editorial: L.A.’s smash-and-grab robberies are terrible, but not spurred by criminal justice reform https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2023-08-18/flash-mob-robberies-los-angeles Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 167 From:Aram James To:Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; RANDALL HIGGINS; Barberini, Christopher; Reifschneider, James; Jethroe Moore; Binder, Andrew; Sean Allen; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Cerise Castle; Wagner, April; ladoris cordell; Council, City; Joe Simitian; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Jeff Rosen; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Human Relations Commission; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Enberg, Nicholas; Jay Boyarsky; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Vara Ramakrishnan; Afanasiev, Alex; Cindy Chavez; Supervisor Otto Lee; Angie Evans; Tanaka, Greg; Josh Becker; Kaloma Smith Subject:Mississippi "goon squad" officers are part of larger law enforcement problem, experts say Date:Saturday, August 19, 2023 4:53:01 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ https://news.yahoo.com/mississippi-goon-squad-officers-are-part-of-larger-law-enforcement-problem-experts-say- 090013877.html Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 168 From:Aram James To:Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Veenker, Vicki; Shikada, Ed; Council, City; Reifschneider, James; Binder, Andrew; Wagner, April; Perron, Zachary; Kevin Jensen; Robert. Jonsen; dennis burns; DuJuan Green; Josh Becker; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Otto Lee; Cindy Chavez; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Joe Simitian; Michael Gennaco; Sheriff Transparency; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Shana Segal; Human Relations Commission; Enberg, Nicholas; Vara Ramakrishnan; Jay Boyarsky; Angie Evans; Afanasiev, Alex Subject:Police advocates say San Jose is watering down reforms Date:Saturday, August 19, 2023 10:36:09 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. https://sanjosespotlight.com/police-advocates-say-san-jose-is-watering-down-reforms/ Shared via the Google app Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 169 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Sheriff Transparency; Binder, Andrew; Cerise Castle; Reifschneider, James; ladoris cordell; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Josh Becker; Shikada, Ed; Council, City; Wagner, April; Perron, Zachary; Enberg, Nicholas; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Stephen.Connolly@oirgroup.com; Shana Segal; Human Relations Commission; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Jeff Rosen; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; DuJuan Green; chuck jagoda; Jay Boyarsky; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Vara Ramakrishnan; Supervisor Otto Lee; Cindy Chavez Subject:- Antioch police housecleaning may be needed Date:Sunday, August 20, 2023 5:18:03 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Antioch police housecleaning may be needed https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=bf0ce4d8-04f5-4cbf-8242- c546f456b614&appcode=SAN252&eguid=33976f92-9678-477b-aaa6-01ae6430a5f9&pnum=22# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 170 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Cerise Castle; Sheriff Transparency; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Shikada, Ed; Council, City; Josh Becker; Wagner, April; Barberini, Christopher; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Michael Gennaco; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Julie Lythcott- Haims; Joe Simitian; Shana Segal; Mila Zelkha; Rebecca Eisenberg; Perron, Zachary; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Enberg, Nicholas; ladoris cordell; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Afanasiev, Alex; Cindy Chavez; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan; Supervisor Otto Lee; Angie Evans; Randall Higgins; Stump, Molly; Kaloma Smith; Tanaka, Greg; Rob Baker; alisa mallari tu Subject:- ‘You can have all the body-worn cameras in the world, but if no one is watching what the officers are doing, then it’s useless.’ — Howard Jordan, former Oakland police chief Date:Sunday, August 20, 2023 5:18:51 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ ‘You can have all the body-worn cameras in the world, but if no one is watching what the officers are doing, then it’s useless.’ — Howard Jordan, former Oakland police chief https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=ca6f0117-961c-4bb3-969f- fecf9463e380&appcode=SAN252&eguid=33976f92-9678-477b-aaa6-01ae6430a5f9&pnum=2# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 171 From:Aram James To:Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Perron, Zachary; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Wagner, April; Barberini, Christopher; Tannock, Julie; Foley, Michael; Shikada, Ed; Josh Becker; Michael Gennaco; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Shana Segal; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Jeff Rosen; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Enberg, Nicholas; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Cindy Chavez; Vara Ramakrishnan; Supervisor Otto Lee; Afanasiev, Alex; Jay Boyarsky; Angie Evans; Tanaka, Greg; Randall Higgins; alisa mallari tu; Kaloma Smith; Stump, Molly; Rob Baker Subject:From The Mercury News e-edition - Allegations » 3 legal experts suggest evidence points toward prison sentences Date:Sunday, August 20, 2023 5:19:17 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Allegations » 3 legal experts suggest evidence points toward prison sentences https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=be7532be-9d5d-4a9c-99b4- 6b9341a2e8fa&appcode=SAN252&eguid=33976f92-9678-477b-aaa6-01ae6430a5f9&pnum=4# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 172 From:San Jose Silicon Valley NAACP To:Human Relations Commission Subject:“We’re Living the Climate Emergency”: Native Hawaiian Kaniela Ing on Fires, Colonialism & Banyan Tree Date:Monday, August 21, 2023 5:40:53 AM You don't often get email from moore2j+att.net@ccsend.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of openingattachments and clicking on links. Unashamedly Black, Unapologetically Beautiful!!!! The Oldest, Largest And Strongest Civil Rights Organization In The United States. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 173 2023 Black Resistance Past, Present,& Future {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 174 FREEDOM GALA Friday, October 6 · 5:30 – 11pm PDT HayesMansion 200 Edenvale Avenue San Jose, CA 95136 The gala serves as a platform for bringing together a diverse group of attendees, including city and state officials, corporate leaders, community activists, and other influential individuals. The power of this event lies in the collective energy and commitment of individuals like yourself, who understand the importance of supporting initiatives that address systemic issues faced by marginalized communities. Click Here {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 175 But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!" - Amos 5:24, I write to you today as a concerned member of the Santa Clara County community about the issue of involuntary servitude within the California prison system. I believe that it is crucial for us to take a strong stance against this practice, as it essentially amounts to another form of slavery. Currently, Article 1, Section 6 of the California Constitution permits involuntary servitude, {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 176 which not only perpetuates injustice but also violates the human rights of incarcerated individuals. This contradicts the values of equality and justice that California has long championed. In light of this, I wholeheartedly support Assembly Constitutional Amendment 8, which aims to remove involuntary servitude from the California Constitution. By doing so, we would send a powerful message about our commitment to human rights and equality. I urge you to publicly endorse and advocate for this critical legislation, rallying our community in support of its passage. I believe that the San Jose/Silicon Valley NAACP can play a significant role in this effort by collaborating with legislators and community organizations. Engaging in educational campaigns, community forums, and outreach to key stakeholders can help raise awareness about the need for change and the importance of the proposed amendment. I also urge you to use your influence and resources to advocate for the inclusion of this question on the California ballot for a vote in the upcoming elections. By doing so, we can contribute to the eradication of involuntary servitude within our state. As a collective, it is our responsibility to stand against any form of modern-day slavery. By removing involuntary servitude from the California Constitution, we can move closer to achieving our shared vision of equality and create a more just and equitable society for all Californians. Please consider taking a bold and unwavering stance in support of Assembly Constitutional Amendment 8 and actively advocate for its passage and inclusion on the California ballot. Together, we can make a difference and move towards a brighter future. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.“The ends you serve that are selfish will take you no further than yourself but the ends you serve that are for all, in common, will take you into eternity.” ― Marcus Garvey Sincerely, "Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute." - Proverbs 31:9 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 177 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 178 “We’re Living the Climate Emergency”: Native Hawaiian Kaniela Ing on Fires, Colonialism & Banyan Tree We speak with Kaniela Ing, national director of the Green New Deal Network and seventh-generation Kanaka Maoli, Native Hawaiian, about the impact of this week’s devastating wildfires and their relationship to climate change. The catastrophic fires have destroyed nearly all buildings in the historic section of Lahaina, which once served as the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom. What is now being described as the worst natural disaster in Hawaii’s history was created by conditions such as dry vegetation, hurricane-level winds and developers redirecting water and building over wetlands, which are directly related to the climate crisis. “Anyone in power who denies climate change, to me, are the arsonists here,” says Ing. “We’re living the {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 179 climate emergency.” READ MORE A CALL TO ACTION FROM THE NAACP Honolulu Hawaii Branch The Naacp Honolulu Hawaii Branch is asking us to support our friends in Maui Ohana. PLEASE send by Amazon non-perishable items such as: Bottled Water, personal hygiene items, backpacks, towels, and food to: Trinity Missionary Baptist Church 3950 Paine Circle Honolulu, Hawaii Are you a small business owner of color? Apply for the Keep It Local Business {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 180 Fund grant program by September 1. In partnership with Hello Alice, the NAACP and the Nextdoor Kind Foundation awarded a total of $100K in microgrants to entrepreneurs this year. What will recipients of the grant receive?A one-time $5,000 grant to support their small business, Public recognition for their contributions to their community, Participation in 1-2 events with fellow winners to share successes and lessons learned AND more! HAVE CHRISTIANS STOPPED CARING ABOUT TRUMP'S {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 181 INDICTMENTS? BY ADAM RUSSELL TAYLOR Former president Donald Trump has now been indicted four times — the only indictments of a former president in our nation’s history. Most recently, a Georgia grand jury indicted Trump and 18 “co-conspirators” for engaging in a “criminal enterprise” that sought to overturn Trump’s electoral loss in the state in the 2020 presidential election. There’s plenty that concerns me about this latest indictment, including 161 specific acts prosecutors say were intended to obstruct the election, ranging from harassment of election officials to the infamous recorded phone call where Trump tells Georgia’s secretary of state to “find” missing votes. But what’s most bothering me aren’t the details of the indictment; I’m worried that most folks in the U.S., including Christians, are barely paying attention. Meanwhile, Trump remains the front-runner in the the Republican primary, despite the indictments. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 182 August 22, 2023, Regular Meeting 10:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 70 West Hedding Street – San Jose, CA 95110 This meeting will be held in person. Currently, members of the public may also attend by virtual teleconference. To attend the meeting by virtual teleconference, please review the Public Comment Instructions below, then access the teleconference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/98877567836 (recommended) or (669) 219-2599, meeting ID 988 7756 7836# (participant ID not required). At the San Jose/Silicon Valley NAACP Branch, our overarching mission is to eliminate racial discrimination and promote equality. We understand that the use of tasers has been associated with instances of excessive force, and studies have shown disproportionate {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 183 targeting of marginalized communities. This further exacerbates existing issues of racial profiling and police brutality. Tasers, deemed "less-lethal" weapons, have been responsible for numerous severe injuries and even deaths. While they were initially introduced as an alternative to firearms, their potential for abuse and misuse cannot be ignored. Moreover, the use of tasers in jail settings significantly heightens the risk of escalating conflicts, potentially leading to irreparable harm for already marginalized individuals. We urge the Community Corrections and Law Enforcement Monitoring Committee to thoroughly examine the implications of taser implementation within law enforcement agencies. It is crucial to recognize that the use of force should always be a last resort and employed only in situations where there is an immediate threat to life. We believe in alternative de-escalation tactics that prioritize dialogue and community engagement, rather than resorting to potentially lethal measures. No Tasers {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 184 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 185 Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary Bay Area The San Jose/Silicon Valley NAACP Salutes Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary Bay Area Funky Headhunter the MC Hammer, He became one of the most successful rappers of his time, selling millions of albums worldwide. His album "Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em" released in 1990 became the first hip-hop album to achieve diamond certification, selling over 10 million copies in the United States alone. This album featured the hit single "U Can't Touch This," earning Hammer multiple awards and nominations. He also had several other chart-topping hits like "Too Legit to Quit" "Turn This Mutha Out", "Let's Get It Started", "Pumps and a Bump" and "Pray." MC Hammer was recognized for his unique style of rap and dance, and his success in mainstream pop music helped pave the way for other hip-hop artists to cross over into the mainstream. I am glad to have had the opportunity to try to actually dance on {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 186 the same floor at local Black Clubs here in San Jose as he rose to stardom. We are so Proud of his work and impact on Hip Hop. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 187 Black August - A Celebration of Freedom Fighters Past and Present Fighting for Freedom from the Inside Black August honors the freedom fighters, especially those inside the walls of our sprawling prison-industrial complex, who, with their vision, tenacity, and deep love for our communities, are leading us toward the horizon of abolition. This year, we celebrate the jailhouse lawyers, who protect and promote the rights of people incarcerated and have been the driving force behind key legal victories that have mitigated the power of the state to cause harm. As they work to secure freedom for all, jailhouse lawyers have improved prison conditions, intervened to stop mistreatment, and used the law to expose the inherent violence and racism of incarceration. The Center for Constitutional Rights is proud to be part of a rich legacy of inside-outside organizing to transform material {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 188 conditions and build a world of collective safety without prisons, surveillance, and police. This Black August, we launched the Sixth Edition of our Jailhouse Lawyer’s Handbook, a free resource designed to help incarcerated people assert their constitutional rights and hold prison officials accountable. The new edition was released on August 16th, and we hope you will share this tool widely with your friends, comrades, and loved ones. To celebrate the launch and honor our friends and comrades on the inside, we hosted a special virtual event, “Fighting for Freedom from the Inside: Celebrating the Advocacy of Jailhouse Lawyers.” On August 19, in a letter to Congress, we also uplifted the powerful organizing of Cameroonian women inside immigration detention facilities, who have been leading protests for their freedom and dignity in the face of rampant sexism, reproductive injustices, anti-Blackness, and anti-Africanness. The Black August action, taken together with the Cameroon American Council and the #CameroonTPS Coalition, amplified years of advocacy to designate Cameroon for temporary protected status (TPS). Please join us in demanding immediate relief and safety for Black migrants, and ensuring that the resistance of Cameroonian women to detention and ill-treatment is central to our collective commemoration. Black August is an invitation to reflect on the history of the Black freedom struggle, to celebrate those who have come and gone before us, and to commit to continuing this fight for justice and liberation until we win. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 189 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 190 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 191 Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen’s office's absence of transparency in refusing to respond to the Daily Post's request regarding the DA’s reasoning for continued delays of a case against a former member of the PAPD, Wayne Benitez, and failing to set the case for a jury trial in a timely manner is inexcusable. The prosecution appears complicit with the defense and the court in perpetrating an apparent fraud on the community by allowing an allegedly brutal physical attack by a former member of the PAPD on the person of Gustavo Alvarez in combination with alleged homophobic taunts to be postponed so long, nearly three years, that witnesses may disappear or have faded memories of the events so a {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 192 prosecution becomes impossible to pursue. By all appearances, this case is a classic example of our two-tier system of justice, one for ordinary community members and another for members of law enforcement. It's time our elected prosecutor Jeff Rosen prosecutes bad-acting police officers with the same standard of due process and enthusiasm as he does ordinary community members charged with crimes. Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied. If you agree, write District Attorney Rosen a note voicing your displeasure at: jrosen@da.sccgov.org Sincerely,Aram James The NAACP and Leslie's Certification Boost Grant is designed to equip small business owners of color with obtaining vital business certifications, which are important to: Facilitating networking, Making business connections, and {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 193 Drawing partnership opportunities with larger corporations and organizations. Under this program, $5,000 grants will be awarded to deserving entrepreneurs to support small businesses in rural and urban communities across five states and companies led by people of color, women, and people with disabilities, or businesses located in Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZones), focusing on businesses in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, and Texas. For more information, visit naacp.org and apply by September 8. Submissions for the 55th NAACP Image Awards are Open Entries can be submitted now through November 3, 2023 at naacpimageawards.net in the {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 194 categories of motion picture, television + streaming, recording, literature, and podcasts. New submission categories include: CLICK HERE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 195 Arkansas joins Florida in nixing AP African American studies BY LEXI LONAS - 08/16/23 1:18 PM ET Arkansas is joining Florida in nixing the Advanced Placement (AP) African American studies course from its schools. The state announced right before classes began for the 2023-2024 school year that AP African American studies would not count for credit toward high school graduation. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 196 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 197 Claremont Graduate University Leads the Charge as its First to Publicly Commit to NAACP’s Diversity Pledge In a bold move reflecting its dedication to inclusivity, Claremont Graduate University (CGU) has publicly announced its signature on the NAACP’s “Diversity No Matter What” pledge for higher education. This decision comes on the heels of the Supreme Court’s recent verdict on college admissions. While many institutions nationwide have signed the pledge, CGU stands out as the first to declare its commitment openly. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 198 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 199 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 200 THE WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership and development paid program that provides emerging leaders with an opportunity to gain valuable skills while supporting the work of the White House and furthering the priorities of the Biden-Harris Administration. Interested candidates can find the Program’s online application at WH.gov/intern. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 201 Good news for San Jose Get the best local news & events sent to your inbox {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 202 each morning, for free. SJtoday is hiring! We are looking for a local City Editor to join our team. City Editor responsibilities include planning, writing, editing, and publishing the most relevant, engaging, and conversational daily content about San Jose. The job range is $55-$75,000 depending on experience and qualifications. We would love to see a diverse pool of candidates apply for the role, link to the posting and applicant portal: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/31031-6am-city/jobs/80216-city-editor- sjtoday Yuba College is pleased to announce the following employment opportunity. Position: Director of EOP&S/CARE and CalWORKs Location: Yuba College Salary: $96,407/YR - $129,826/YR. Application Deadline: Open until filled. Below is the URL link that will take you directly to the complete job posting and the on- line application site: https://yccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/3393 For questions about the position, please contact the Office of Human Resources at yccdhr@goyccd.onmicrosoft.com Sincerely, {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 203 Office of Human Resources Yuba Community College District 3301 E. Onstott Road Yuba City, CA 95991 Phone: 530-741-6851 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 204 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 205 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 206 “We are a country of all extremes, ends and opposites; the most conspicuous example of composite nationality in the world … In races we range all the way from black to white, with intermediate shades which, as in the apocalyptic vision, no man can name or number.” {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 207 — Frederick Douglass, 1869 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 208 Believing himself chosen by God to lead his people out of slavery, Nat Turner launches the largest ever insurrection by enslaved people in the United States. Turner, an enslaved man and educated minister, planned to capture Virginia's Southampton county armory and then march 30 miles to Dismal Swamp, where his rebels would be able to elude their pursuers. With seven followers, he killed Joseph Travis, his owner, and Travis’ family, and then set off across the countryside, hoping to rally hundreds of enslaved people to his insurrection en route to the armory.READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 209 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 210 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 211 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 212 Website History Events Youth Address: 205 E Alma Ave d10 San Jose, CA 95112 Telephone: +1 (408) 898-6985 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 213 Drop Us A Line San Jose Silicon Valley NAACP | 1313 N Milpitas Blvd #163, Milpitas, CA 95035 Unsubscribe hrc@cityofpaloalto.org Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by moore2j@att.net powered by Try email marketing for free today! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 214 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Tanaka, Greg; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Binder, Andrew; Jethroe Moore; Human Relations Commission; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Robert. Jonsen; Sean Allen; Raj; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Joe Simitian; Michael Gennaco; Sheriff Transparency; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Wagner, April; Jeff Rosen; Jay Boyarsky; Mila Zelkha; Emily Mibach; ladoris cordell; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Enberg, Nicholas; Perron, Zachary; Rebecca Eisenberg; Reifschneider, James; Vara Ramakrishnan; Afanasiev, Alex Subject:Benitez case example of a two-tiered system -Daily Post, Monday August 21, 2023 by Aram James Date:Monday, August 21, 2023 2:32:17 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone<IMG_0328.jpg> {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 215 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Veenker, Vicki; Jeff Rosen; Shikada, Ed; Council, City; Sean Allen; Josh Becker; Reifschneider, James; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Raj; Binder, Andrew; Diana Diamond; Wagner, April; Gennady Sheyner; dennis burns; Joe Simitian; Kevin Jensen; Human Relations Commission; Sheriff Transparency; DuJuan Green; Jay Boyarsky; Shana Segal; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Jethroe Moore; Enberg, Nicholas; Perron, Zachary; Vara Ramakrishnan; Afanasiev, Alex; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Tanaka, Greg; Angie Evans Subject:Benitez case example of a two-tiered system -Daily Post, August 21, 2023 Date:Monday, August 21, 2023 2:44:48 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone<IMG_0328.jpg> {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 216 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Binder, Andrew; Perron, Zachary; Reifschneider, James; Council, City; Wagner, April; Sean Allen; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Joe Simitian; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Josh Becker; Sheriff Transparency; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Hornung, Joel; Jensen, Eric; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Enberg, Nicholas; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Afanasiev, Alex; Vara Ramakrishnan Subject:WATCH: Male-Karen Squares Up In Grocery Store & Catches Hands - YouTube Date:Tuesday, August 22, 2023 6:34:22 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b485aHIP-cA > > > Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 217 From:Jethroe Moore Subject:68th Gala NAACP Black Resistance Past, Present,& Future. Date:Wednesday, August 23, 2023 5:05:42 AM You don't often get email from moore2j@att.net. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Dear Sponsor The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) The San Jose/Silicon Valley Branch is hosting its 68th Annual Freedom Fund Awards Gala. The affair will be taking place Friday October 6, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. Hayes Mansion 200 Edenvale Ave San Jose Ca. 95136 The theme for the evening Black Resistance Past, Present,& Future. The San Jose/ Silicon Valley NAACP branch respectively requests your consideration in sponsoring our event. The success of this fundraiser depends on the participation and support of the community – people like you! The celebration will be well attended by various community leaders and elected County/City/ and State officials. The President’s Awardees and Sponsor’s VIP Reception will begin at 5:30 PM. This annual gathering of community and civic leaders attracts over 400 attendees each year. We respectfully request that you support our Gala through a sponsorship. All proceeds will be used to support our client services programs, which include civil rights protection advocacy, voter information and candidate forums, student scholarships, and our Youth Leadership Program. As a Signature or Premier sponsor, who will be able to actively engage the audience not only on your company’s brand, but also highlight your commitment to the community. The program also features both a silent auction. Thank you in advance for your generous support of the NAACP’s mission and community programs, and your commitment to ensuring a better quality of life for all. If you have any questions, you are welcome to personally call me at 408.515.1114 or email me at moore2j@att.net. Please submit payments online at http://www.sanjosenaacp.org or mail your sponsorship to San Jose/Silicon Valley 205 E ALMA D-10 SAN JOSE CALIFORNIA 95112. Thank You, The Executive Officers and Members of San Jose/ Silicon Valley NAACP Branch {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 218 Click Below https://sanjosenaacp.org/68th-freedom-gala-copy/ REV. JETHROE MOORE II {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 219 From:Aram James To:Foley, Michael; Robert. Jonsen; Reifschneider, James; Binder, Andrew; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Barberini, Christopher; Tannock, Julie; Figueroa, Eric; Jensen, Eric; Hornung, Joel; Josh Becker; Shana Segal; Michael Gennaco; Human Relations Commission; Sheriff Transparency; Wagner, April; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Enberg, Nicholas; Perron, Zachary; Jeff Rosen; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Afanasiev, Alex; Vara Ramakrishnan; Jay Boyarsky; Cindy Chavez; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Otto Lee; Cerise Castle; Tanaka, Greg; Angie Evans; Stump, Molly; Randall Higgins Subject:CNN: Prosecutor asks judge to dismiss a felony charge against an unarmed Black man who was bitten by police dog in Ohio Date:Wednesday, August 23, 2023 9:54:31 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Prosecutor asks judge to dismiss a felony charge against an unarmed Black man who was bitten by police dog in Ohio A prosecutor is asking a judge to dismiss the felony charge against an unarmed Black semi- truck driver who was attacked by a police dog after a chase in Ohio on July 4. Read in CNN: https://apple.news/AXYMNotfZTTufUFNW4FY5Rw Shared from Apple News Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 220 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Sheriff Transparency; Jethroe Moore; Binder, Andrew; Council, City; Reifschneider, James; Sean Allen; Figueroa, Eric; Jensen, Eric; Hornung, Joel; Shikada, Ed; Josh Becker; Perron, Zachary; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; Shana Segal; dennis burns; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Human Relations Commission; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; ladoris cordell; Enberg, Nicholas; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg Subject:Re: ‘Brady’ list cop who worked at six agencies finally loses license - YouTube Date:Wednesday, August 23, 2023 4:29:40 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 23, 2023, at 10:55 AM, Sean Allen <sallen6444@yahoo.com> wrote: > > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiB25rc3mUM > > > Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 221 From:Aram James To:Jose DEBUG; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Richard Konda; Council, City; Dave Price; Robert. Jonsen; Binder, Andrew; Shikada, Ed; Reifschneider, James; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Foley, Michael; Michael Gennaco; Raj; Wagner, April; Joe Simitian; Shana Segal; Sheriff Transparency; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Josh Becker; Enberg, Nicholas; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Human Relations Commission; Vara Ramakrishnan; Cindy Chavez; Jay Boyarsky; Afanasiev, Alex Subject:Santa Clara County"s use of tear gas at jail halts military equipment purchases Date:Wednesday, August 23, 2023 5:32:27 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ https://www.ktvu.com/news/santa-clara-countys-use-of-tear-gas-at-jail-halts-military-equipment-purchases Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 222 From:Aram James To:Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Barberini, Christopher; Figueroa, Eric; Tannock, Julie; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Enberg, Nicholas; Jay Boyarsky; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Vara Ramakrishnan Subject:Last-minute legal maneuver keeps Antioch cops from testifying about racism within their department...for now Date:Friday, August 25, 2023 4:19:30 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ fyi: https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/08/25/last-minute-legal-maneuver-keeps-antioch-cops-from-testifying-about- racism-within-their-department-for-now/ Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 223 From:Aram James To:Binder, Andrew; Robert. Jonsen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Sean Allen; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Perron, Zachary; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Figueroa, Eric; Tannock, Julie; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Josh Becker; Enberg, Nicholas; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen Subject:Los Angeles Times: FBI joins probe of LAPD gang officers suspected of turning off body cameras Date:Friday, August 25, 2023 5:02:26 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ FBI joins probe of LAPD gang officers suspected of turning off body cameras https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-08-25/fbi-joins-probe-of-lapd-gang-officers-suspected-of-turning- off-body-cameras Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 224 From:Aram James To:Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Barberini, Christopher; Figueroa, Eric; Tannock, Julie; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Shana Segal; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Tannock, Julie; Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Enberg, Nicholas; Jay Boyarsky; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Vara Ramakrishnan Subject:Last-minute legal maneuver keeps Antioch cops from testifying about racism within their department...for now Date:Friday, August 25, 2023 6:13:34 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ fyi: https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/08/25/last-minute-legal-maneuver-keeps-antioch-cops-from-testifying-about- racism-within-their-department-for-now/ Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 225 From:Aram James To:Sheriff Transparency; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; dennis burns; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Council, City; Binder, Andrew; Braden Cartwright; Reifschneider, James; Josh Becker; Wagner, April; Michael Gennaco; Joe Simitian; Shana Segal; Shikada, Ed; Jeff Rosen; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Cindy Chavez; Perron, Zachary; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Robert. Jonsen; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Human Relations Commission; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Enberg, Nicholas; Jay Boyarsky; Vara Ramakrishnan; Angie Evans; chuck jagoda Subject:Auditors find use of tear gas in Santa Clara County jails appropriate Date:Saturday, August 26, 2023 8:25:03 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ FYI: https://www.ktvu.com/news/auditor-recommends-use-of-tear-gas-in-santa-clara-county-jails Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 226 From:PACPC PACPC To:pamediation@housing.org Cc:cheri161@yahoo.com; Human Relations Commission Subject:Requesting In-person Mediation Date:Sunday, August 27, 2023 1:04:03 AM You don't often get email from pacpc.wizchinese@gmail.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments andclicking on links. To Whom It May Concern, We, Lily Chu and Ann Xu, proudly assume the roles of Presidents for WizChinese and the Palo Alto Chinese Parents' Club respectively, both integral parts of the vibrant Palo Alto community. For more information about our non-profit organization, WizChinese/PACPC, kindly visit http://wizchinese.org. Comprising a passionate team of Palo Alto volunteers, WizChinese is fervently committed to fostering the seamless integration of Chinese immigrants with their local surroundings. Our extensive initiatives encompass the orchestration of community-building events, harmoniously partnered with the City of Palo Alto and the Palo Alto School District. Notably, our track record boasts a string of successful events, prominently including the Annual Lunar Year Fair, within the Palo Alto community. However, it is with regret that we find ourselves compelled to address an ongoing and concerning matter. Ms. Clarisse Juan Li's persistent engagement in cyberbullying and unwarranted verbal attacks against both our organization and our dedicated volunteers on WeChat has prompted us to seek resolution. Considering these issues, we earnestly request the arrangement of in-person mediation, a vital step towards fostering reconciliation and ultimately resolving the pressing concerns at hand. Here is Clarisse Li's phone number: 415-900-8869; her email: liclarisse01@gmail.com We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Best Regards, Lily Chu President of WizChinese Ann Xu President of Palo Alto Chinese Parents' Club {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 227 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 228 President of Palo Alto Chinese Parents' Club {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 229 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Molly; Jeff Rosen; Binder, Andrew; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Council, City; Reifschneider, James; Josh Becker; Wagner, April; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Hornung, Joel; Figueroa, Eric; Jensen, Eric; DuJuan Green; Kevin Jensen; Shikada, Ed; dennis burns; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Jethroe Moore; Joe Simitian; Sheriff Transparency; Human Relations Commission; Shana Segal; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; Rebecca Eisenberg; Jeff Rosen; Enberg, Nicholas; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Jay Boyarsky; Cindy Chavez; Afanasiev, Alex; Angie Evans; Vara Ramakrishnan Subject:From The Mercury News e-edition - Court case dismissals rampant Date:Sunday, August 27, 2023 3:59:33 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Court case dismissals rampant https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=2d060a2e-0948-4a6c-a517- dd06ec004402&appcode=SAN252&eguid=2cce6513-464a-4299-a2a2-77f6336352c5&pnum=2# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 230 From:Aram James To:Tannock, Julie; Wagner, April; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Shikada, Ed; Council, City; Shana Segal; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Michael Gennaco; Josh Becker; Foley, Michael; Jensen, Eric; Figueroa, Eric; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; james pitkin; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Enberg, Nicholas; Jay Boyarsky; Human Relations Commission Subject:The Untold Abuse Of Black Male Slaves By White Women - YouTube Date:Sunday, August 27, 2023 7:57:55 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ > > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CDBUf42qNo > > > Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 231 From:Aram James To:Wagner, April; Reifschneider, James; Binder, Andrew; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Josh Becker; Shana Segal; Michael Gennaco; Jethroe Moore; Human Relations Commission; Jeff Rosen; Sheriff Transparency; Joe Simitian; Sean Allen; Rebecca Eisenberg; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; ladoris cordell; Kevin Jensen; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Julie Lythcott-Haims; chuck jagoda; Enberg, Nicholas; Jay Boyarsky; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Vara Ramakrishnan; Angie Evans; Cindy Chavez Subject:Meet Porcha Woodruff, Detroit Woman Jailed While 8 Months Pregnant After False AI Facial Recognition - YouTube Date:Sunday, August 27, 2023 11:30:20 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDgTLQ9La80&pp=QAFIAQ%3D%3D Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 232 News and Events From:Aram James To:Council, City; Josh Becker; Zelkha, Mila; Shana Segal; Sean Allen; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Jeff Moore; Human Relations Commission; Shikada, Ed Subject:Fwd: REMINDER: No Tech for Apartheid Rally tomorrow August 29! Date:Monday, August 28, 2023 9:07:28 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Donna Wallach <cats4jazz@gmail.com> Date: Mon, Aug 28, 2023 at 8:44 PM Subject: Fwd: REMINDER: No Tech for Apartheid Rally tomorrow August 29! To: FYI ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: JVP Bay Area <bayarea@jvp.org> Date: Mon, Aug 28, 2023 at 11:50 AM Subject: REMINDER: No Tech for Apartheid Rally tomorrow August 29! To: <cats4jazz@gmail.com> {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 233 ALL OUT BAY AREA: Google workers and community will lead a rally at Google’s Cloud Next Conference to demand an end to Google’s contract with the Israeli military and government! Join us! August 29, 5 PM Moscone Center, San Francisco RSVP: notechforapartheid.com/RSVPNext On August 29th, 2023, Google will hold its Google Cloud Next conference in San Francisco, a major AI conference that aims to bring thousands of cloud enthusiasts to the Moscone Center for a few days of “inspiration, innovation, and education.” But Google’s technology isn’t being used to inspire and innovate. To -- 2 books you must read: "Against Our Better Judgement: The hidden history of how the U.S. was used to create Israel" by Alison Weir http://www.againstourbetterjudgment.com/ "State of Terror: How Terrorism Created Modern Israel" by Thomas Suarez http://thomassuarez.com/SoT.html Other important websites to visit http://www.ifamericansknew.org http://www.councilforthenationalinterest.org/new/ https://wearenotnumbers.org/ End the Blockade/Siege on Gaza! Tear down the Apartheid Walls in West Bank & Gaza! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 234 the contrary, it is fueling Israel’s security apparatus, enabling and entrenching apartheid, state violence, occupation, and land grabs through a highly lucrative billion dollar contract with the Israeli government and military. For almost two years, Amazon and Google workers have been organizing to end the Project Nimbus contract, which helps the Israeli government surveil Palestinians, expand illegal settlements, and inflict violence on Palestinians under siege and occupation. This year marks 75 years since the expulsion of over 75% of Palestinians from their land (referred to by Palestinians as "the Nakba," or "catastrophe" in Arabic). Tech workers and community activists remain unwavering in their organizing to ensure that Google stop profiting from and enabling the injustice and violence that began with the Nakba and that Palestinians continue to face to this day. On this hugely important business day for Google Cloud (it is their first in-person conference since 2019) we refuse to allow business as usual. As long as Google continues to profit off of the violence and repression that Palestinians face daily, workers and community will show up. Join us for a rally on August 29th @ 5 PM at the Moscone Center in San Francisco to say: No Tech For Apartheid. End the War Criminal Israeli collective punishment on the Palestinian people! End the illegal Apartheid Israeli Occupation of all of Palestine! Right to Return to their homes and land in Palestine for all Palestinians! End all U.S. aid to Israel Free Palestine! Long Live Palestine! Support Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) & Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) Campaigns! http://www.bdsmovement.net http://www.WhoProfits.org http://www.pacbi.org Support Solidarity with Gaza Fishers https://sgf.freedomflotilla.org/ https://freedomflotilla.org/ https://sgf.freedomflotilla.org/category/we-are-not-numbers Support ISM volunteers in West Bank and Gaza Strip! http://www.palsolidarity.org Donna Wallach cats4jazz@gmail.com Skype: palestinewillbe Twitter: @PalestineWillBe (h) 408-289-1522 (cell) 408-569-6608 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 235 Jewish Voice for Peace is a national membership organization inspired by Jewish tradition to work for the freedom, equality, and dignity of all the people of Israel and Palestine. Become a JVP member today. Jewish Voice for Peace Bay Area P.O. Box 589, Berkeley CA 94701 USA ph: (510) 255-0058 bayarea@jvp.org DONATE HERE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 236 This email was sent to cats4jazz@gmail.com why did I get this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences Jewish Voice for Peace Bay Area · P.O. Box 589 · Berkeley, CA 94701 · USA {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 237 View this email in your browser Dear Reader, Today is a big day. Today a judge ruled that San Jose and former Mayor Sam Liccardo violated state transparency laws by failing to adequately search private texts and emails for public records. This major decision comes after San José Spotlight and the First Amendment Coalition sued the city and former mayor in 2022. The ruling marks a clear victory for transparency, journalism and the public’s right to know -- and it's vindication in our dogged fight to shed light on wrongdoing and hold the powerful accountable. We took on this monumental fight because of our convictions that you -- our readers -- deserve to know what your government officials are doing, how decisions are made and how the city interacts with lobbyists and special From:Aram James To:Stump, Molly; Shikada, Ed; Council, City; Human Relations Commission; Rebecca Eisenberg; board@valleywater.org; Greg Tanaka; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Veenker, Vicki; Dave Price; Emily Mibach; Braden Cartwright Subject:A big victory! Date:Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:32:10 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious ofopening attachments and clicking on links. READ MORE HERE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 238 interests. This is why we exist. This ruling is a wake-up call for San Jose City Hall. Officials in Silicon Valley and across the state should use or copy a government account when conducting public business, as suggested by the California Supreme Court. San Joseans deserve a transparent, honest and accountable government -- and we won’t stop fighting for it. Sincerely, Ramona Giwargis Co-Founder and CEO Join our fight to increase government transparency and hold power to account by making a special gift to support our legal efforts. Want to change how you receive these emails? Update your preferences or unsubscribe. YES, I'll support San José Spotlight {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 239 From:Aram James To:Richard k; Sean Allen; Raj; walter wilson; Sameena Usman; Jose Valle——-debug; Jethroe Moore; Al Morales; Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Council, City; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Shikada, Ed; Josh Becker; Michael Gennaco; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Otto Lee; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Cindy Chavez; District1@bos.sccgov.org; Jeff Rosen; Human Relations Commission; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Shana Segal; Enberg, Nicholas Subject:stop gassing prisoners! Date:Friday, September 1, 2023 5:32:25 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ My dear friend Linda Jolly sent this powerful letter to Santa Clara County Sheriff Robert Jonson today. With her permission, I am circulating her letter to you. Aram > > Sheriff Jonson - > > I was deeply moved by Aram James' editorial letter about prisoners being tortured with gas in their cells. I want you to stop > this practice immediately. > > Social scientists are increasingly convinced that a major cause of crime is the torture of children in their homes. When people with > this background are further tortured in the penal system do we expect they will emerge as loving people upon their release?? > > I have been exposed to pepper spray and it is despicable. > > I have seen police abuse firsthand and now fighting it in Menlo Park. As you know, my friend Aram makes war on police abuse. > Eventually we will see to it that abusers in the justice system will be thrown out. Do not put yourself on our hit list. > > Linda Jolley 650-630-3021 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 240 From:Aram James To:Vara Ramakrishnan; Emily Mibach; Emily Mibach; Braden Cartwright; Robert. Jonsen; Cerise Castle; Cecilia Taylor; Sheriff Transparency; Shikada, Ed; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Dave Price; Human Relations Commission; EPA Today; Diana Diamond; friendsofcubberley94303@gmail.com; Binder, Andrew; Council, City; Planning Commission; Shana Segal; Reifschneider, James; Michael Gennaco; frances.Rothschild@jud.ca.gov Subject:Stop gassing prisoners! Date:Friday, September 1, 2023 5:52:09 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ > My dear friend Linda Jolly sent this powerful letter to Santa Clara County Sheriff Robert Jonson today. With her permission, I am circulating her letter to you. > > Aram > > > > > >> >> Sheriff Jonson - >> >> I was deeply moved by Aram James' editorial letter about prisoners being tortured with gas in their cells. I want you to stop >> this practice immediately. >> >> Social scientists are increasingly convinced that a major cause of crime is the torture of children in their homes. When people with >> this background are further tortured in the penal system do we expect they will emerge as loving people upon their release?? >> >> I have been exposed to pepper spray and it is despicable. >> >> I have seen police abuse firsthand and now fighting it in Menlo Park. As you know, my friend Aram makes war on police abuse. >> Eventually we will see to it that abusers in the justice system will be thrown out. Do not put yourself on our hit list. >> >> Linda Jolley 650-630-3021 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 241 From:Aram James To:Michael Gennaco; Molly; Stump, Molly; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Shikada, Ed; Wagner, April; Bryan Gobin; Council, City; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Tannock, Julie; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Rebecca Eisenberg; Sheriff Transparency; Jeff Rosen; Roberta Ahlquist; Robert. Jonsen; Rob Baker; David Angel; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; ParkRec Commission; Josh Becker; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; DuJuan Green; dennis burns Subject:At Taser Maker Axon, ex-staffers say loyalty meant being tased or Tattooed -Reuters August 30, 2023. Date:Friday, September 1, 2023 6:34:21 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Fyi: Should Santa Clara County be doing Business with Axon Enterprise? I say emphatically, NO. Axon Enterprise maintains a sexist culture where women are called vaginias, and men who don't go along with being tattooed or tased are called pussys. It’s a replica of ugly police culture where showing loyalty is a priority if you want to remain employed but NO commitment is demonstrated in return. \ Employees are pressured to be tased in a controlled setting to show loyalty. But these same employees must also sign a waiver giving up their right to sue if they are injured or die due to being tased. Axon does not have their employee's backs. Santa Clara County has no business buying weapons from this predator corporation. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 242 aram 415-370-5056 At Taser maker Axon, ex-staff say loyalty meant being tased, tattooed reuters.com {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 243 From:San Jose Silicon Valley NAACP To:Human Relations Commission Subject:Free legal assistance offered to California and Hawaii hate victims at the workplace Date:Saturday, September 2, 2023 3:14:04 PM You don't often get email from moore2j+att.net@ccsend.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of openingattachments and clicking on links. Unashamedly Black, Unapologetically Beautiful!!!! The Oldest, Largest And Strongest Civil Rights Organization In The United States. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 244 2023 Black Resistance Past, Present,& Future {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 245 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 246 FREEDOM GALA Friday, October 6 · 5:30 – 11pm PDT HayesMansion 200 Edenvale Avenue San Jose, CA 95136 The gala serves as a platform for bringing together a diverse group of attendees, including city and state officials, corporate leaders, community activists, and other influential individuals. The power of this event lies in the collective energy and commitment of individuals like yourself, who understand the importance of supporting initiatives that address systemic issues faced by marginalized communities. Click Here {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 247 The City of Santa Clara is unique in the State of California I am reaching out to discuss the issue of electing the Chief of Police and the proposal to hire a police chief in the City of Santa Clara. The current system of elected sheriffs in the US has its roots in antiquity and often leads to unchecked power and abuse. The UK, where the office of sheriff originated, has almost completely done away with this system. The City of Santa Clara is unique in the State of California, as it is the only city where the chief of police is elected. However, there is a movement led by the SAN JOSE/Silicon Valley NAACP to amend the City of Santa Clara charter and establish the hiring of a police chief instead. In recent history, the City of Santa Clara was sued over its at-large voting system, which diluted minority votes. As a result, the city was divided into six districts, leading to the election of the first person of color, Councilmember Raj Chahal, in decades. While the residency requirement for the chief of police limits the selection process, there is a need to attract an exceptional law enforcement executive to head the Santa Clara Police Department. It is also crucial to involve various stakeholders in the search process, including the community, clergy, employee, and advocacy groups. The City of Santa Clara can benefit from several available resources to guide them in this process. The International City/County Management Association along with the Police Executive Research Forum provides a handbook for selecting a police chief. Cedric L. Alexander, Director of Dekalb County Police Department, and past president National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, offers valuable insights with his "Six Questions to Ask When You Hire a Police Chief." Additionally, several neighboring cities such as Campbell, Gilroy, Los Altos, Los Gatos-Monte Sereno, Milpitas, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose, and Sunnyvale have already appointed police chiefs, providing models for Santa Clara. It is worth noting that Santa Clara's current City Manager and City Attorney come from cities with appointed police chiefs, indicating their familiarity and ability to work with and manage such a system. The Charter Review Committee will be holding its next meeting at the Central Park Library on September 14, 2023, at 7 p.m. I encourage you to attend and help bring positive changes to policing in Santa Clara. Contact Garrett Bondaug garrett.bondaug@gmail.com Thank you, Rev. Jethroe Moore II {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 248 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 249 Free legal assistance offered to California and Hawaii hate victims at the workplace Ryan General A new initiative is offering free legal consultations to California and Hawaii workers who have been subjected to racial harassment or discrimination on the job. About the initiative: Spearheaded by the California/Hawaii State Conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (CAL/HI NAACP), the "Stop the Hate Legal Redress" program is aimed at combating racial discrimination in workplaces across the two states. According to Rick L. Callender, president of CAL/HI NAACP, the program aligns with the {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 250 organization's commitment to championing equality and addressing racial discrimination. READ MORE HOW IT WORKS: 1. California and Hawaii citizens submit a “Civil & Human Rights Complaint” (CHRC) Form to their local NAACP Branch. 2. The local Branch submits the received CHRC form to their Legal Redress committee upon seeing “Racial Discrimination” or “Racial Harassment” triggers on the form. 3. The local Branch’s Legal Redress Committee conducts an investigation and determines whether or not an attorney needs to be consulted. a. If it is determined that an attorney does not need to be involved, the Branch’s Legal Redress Committee shall resolve the issue internally. b. If it is determined that an attorney should be consulted, the Branch’s Legal Redress Committee shall refer the Complainant to the State Conference by filling out a CA/HI {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 251 NAACP Stop the Hate Case Synopsis Form. i. The State will then refer the Complainant to a contracted law firm and pay for the consultation between the Complainant and the firm. After a referral has been made and consultation has taken place, the decision to take on the Complainant’s case rests solely with the firm. WHO IS ELIGIBLE: Currently, Californians who are/were the victims of racial harassment or discrimination in employment, housing, and other situations that violate their civil rights. We are actively looking for law firms in additional areas of practice, and we welcome recommendations from Branches on new law practice areas that could be included. Black Philanthropy Month (BPM), today a program of The Women Invested to Save Earth Fund (WISE), culminating in a multinational summit every August, is a global celebration {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 252 and concerted campaign to elevate African-descent giving and funding equity. Incubated starting in 2001 by its Founder Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland, with the support of Reunity, formerly the Pan-African Women's Philanthropy Network, BPM launched in 2011 with its first official global summit to commemorate the United Nations Year and Decade of People of African Descent (see the inaugural Summit program and leaders at http://bit.ly/PAWAS2011). READ MORE Save Your Spot for this Free Event! FREE Men’s Health Block Party & Symposium Saturday, September 23, 2023 7:30am - 12:30pm Sequoia Health & Wellness Center {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 253 749 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94062 We are very excited to try something new with the Men's Health Symposium this year - a block party for the entire family! Join us at the FREE Men's Health Block Party & Symposium: Building a Healthier Brotherhood. REGISTER TODAY! Are you a small business owner of color? Apply for the Keep It Local Business Fund grant program by September 1. In partnership with Hello Alice, the NAACP and the Nextdoor Kind Foundation awarded a total of $100K in microgrants to entrepreneurs this year. What will recipients of the grant receive?A one-time $5,000 grant to support their small business, Public recognition for their contributions to their community, {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 254 Participation in 1-2 events with fellow winners to share successes and lessons learned AND more! The FDA Continues to Delay Protecting Americans from Mentholated Cigarettes August 2023 was the deadline announced by FDA to propose a rule WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 31, 2023 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) missed their self-imposed deadline to propose a life-saving rule to ban menthol as a characterizing flavor in combustible cigarettes. The public health community remains persistent in our appeal for this crucial rule that is projected to help 789,724 Americans (including 199,732 African Americans) quit smoking. One person dies every 4.5 seconds from a tobacco-related disease. Every year, 39,000 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 255 African Americans die from tobacco-related diseases. Every day the FDA delays implementing proven-effective tobacco control policies, more Americans get sick and die from mentholated tobacco products. The FDA’s initial proposal of the rule to regulate menthol only came after the Public Health Law Center filed a Citizens Petition in 2013 and the African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council, Action on Smoking and Health, the American Medical Association, and the National Medical Association successfully sued the FDA in 2020 with representation by Christopher K. Leung Pollock Cohen LLP. “The FDA is dragging their feet again. They should become part of the solution and not continue to be part of the problem; Black Lives Matter, Black Lives are at Stake!” said Dr. Phillip Gardiner, co-founder of the African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council. Other plaintiffs agree. “We are disappointed that the FDA has yet to implement a rule banning menthol-flavored cigarettes. Further delays will only cause more harm by allowing tobacco companies to continue marketing menthol cigarettes to Black people and harming Black youth,” said American Medical Association President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., M.P.H. “We implore the FDA to move swiftly to remove these harmful products from the market once and for all and keep them out of the hands of our nation’s youth—their health and well-being must be the first priority.” “FDA’s delay in implementing the menthol ban is especially harmful to African Americans,” said National Medical Association President, Yolanda Lawson, MD. “Our patients suffer disproportionately from menthol flavored tobacco-related disease, disability and death.” “ASH calls on the FDA to move expediently with the announcement of their rule to ban menthol as a characterizing flavor in cigarettes,” said Kelsey Romeo-Stuppy, Managing Attorney at Action on Smoking and Health. “Lives are hanging in the balance.” We encourage the FDA to reignite their momentum toward protecting Americans from mentholated tobacco products and strengthening health equity. Media Contacts: AATCLC: Josh Brown, 312-813-5276 AMA: Kelly Jakubek, 312-464-4443 ASH: Megan Manning, 202-390-9513 NMA: Michael L. Peery, 312-217-2260 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 256 We're excited to be a part of SAVE On Student Debt, a national campaign to spread the word about the Saving on A Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan. The SAVE plan will:Protect more of a borrower's income for basic needs Making business connections, and Drawing partnership opportunities with larger corporations and organizations. Visit naacp.org to learn more about how you can SAVE with this new income- driven repayment plan. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 257 No Tasers At the San Jose/Silicon Valley NAACP Branch, our overarching mission is to eliminate racial discrimination and promote equality. We understand that the use of tasers has been associated with instances of excessive force, and studies have shown disproportionate targeting of marginalized communities. This further exacerbates existing issues of racial profiling and police brutality. Tasers, deemed "less-lethal" weapons, have been responsible for numerous severe injuries and even deaths. While they were initially introduced as an alternative to firearms, their potential for abuse and misuse cannot be ignored. Moreover, the use of tasers in jail settings significantly heightens the risk of escalating conflicts, potentially leading to irreparable harm for already marginalized individuals. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 258 We urge the Community Corrections and Law Enforcement Monitoring Committee to thoroughly examine the implications of taser implementation within law enforcement agencies. It is crucial to recognize that the use of force should always be a last resort and employed only in situations where there is an immediate threat to life. We believe in alternative de-escalation tactics that prioritize dialogue and community engagement, rather than resorting to potentially lethal measures. Rev. Jethroe Moore II, President DEADLINE TO APPLY IS SEPTEMBER 15th Are you interested in the field of public health? Do you want to help make a difference in your community? The AMP UP! Internship Program will help you gain valuable professional skills! Apply Now {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 259 Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary Bay Area THUG LIFE was actually an acronym standing for “The Hate U Give Little Infants Fucks Everybody.” Tupac "2Pac" Shakur was a highly influential rapper, actor, and social activist who made a significant impact on the music industry and popular culture. Here are some of his notable accomplishments: 1. Musical Success: 2Pac released several critically acclaimed and commercially successful albums during his career, including "Me Against the World" (1995) and "All Eyez on Me" (1996). He sold over 75 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 260 2. Activism: 2Pac was known for addressing social and political issues in his music, often discussing topics such as systemic racism, poverty, violence, and police brutality. He used his platform to raise awareness and advocate for change. 3. Cultural Influence: 2Pac's music and persona had a profound impact on hip-hop culture and beyond. He became an icon for his raw and emotional lyrics, as well as his unapologetic authenticity. His distinctive style and charisma continue to influence artists to this day. 4. Acting Career: In addition to his musical endeavors, 2Pac pursued an acting career. He starred in films such as "Juice" (1992), "Poetic Justice" (1993), and "Above the Rim" (1994). He showcased his talent as an actor and expanded his artistic reach beyond music. 5. Legacy: 2Pac's legacy extends far beyond his untimely death in 1996. He remains an influential figure in the music industry and continues to inspire generations of artists. His impact on popular culture, activism, and artistic expression is still widely acknowledged and celebrated. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 261 CIVIC ENGAGEMENT HOLIDAYS & ACTIVATIONS Election season is approaching and we want to ensure members are aware of the upcoming National Civic Engagement Holidays. This is a prime opportunity to opt into our Democracy Defender Campaign and Vote 4 Me, our youth-centered civic engagement program, to lead activations near you! Join us on Thursday, September 7 at 8 PM ET. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 262 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 263 Community Commission of Law Enforcement Monitoring On Tuesday, August 22, 2023, a community meeting was held by the Community Commission of Law Enforcement Monitoring at the county building alin San Jose. The subject of the meeting included the purchase and use of Tasers. The Sheriff, members of his executive team, policy and training personel were present to present to the members of the commission. The Sheriff committed to transparency and accountability. However, as the meeting went on transparency, accountability and honestly became noticeably absent. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 264 The commission members and the community questioned why the Sheriff’s Office didn't provide any Use of Force data or statistics. Part of the response from the Sheriff’s Office was that their use of force numbers are low in comparison to other agencies. The Sheriff’s team went through the steps of the use of force continuum and conveniently left out canines. The Sheriff’s Office attempt to sell this weapon to the commission and the community highlighting that drawing this new taser would activate the Body Worn Cameras of every Deputy in close proximity. The Sheriff stated that the camera footage would be excessable to the Office of Correction and Law Enforcement Monitoring. In retort, I identified some of the omissions, lack of transparency, honestly and accountability in regards to their statements reletave to the Use of Force. In 2022, a KTVU article listed the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office as having one of the highest amount of canine bites. The article states the Sheriff’s Office did not provide the racial data of those bitten. By the numbers: How often Bay Area police agencies deploy K-9s to bite The following day, Wednesday, August 23, 2023, KTVU presented an article refrencing the use of pepper spray and tear gas. The chart below is from the article. The article shows the Santa Clara county sheriffs office was the highest in use of tear gas and the highest in use of pepper spray, amounsgt, the bay area sheriff's offices (jails). https://www.ktvu.com/news/santa-clara-countys-use-of-tear-gas-at- jail-halts-military-equipment-purchases On August 25, 2023 media reports highlighted a probe into the Los Angeles Police Department after a practice of officers turning off their Body Worn Cameras during contact with the community was discovered (https://ktla.com/news/local-news/fbi- investigating-lapd-over-alleged-failure-to-use-body-cameras-during-traffic- stops/ ). The only thing worse than turning off a camera to hide misconduct is to not wear a camera at all. The lies, lack of transparency, violation of trust and accountability snowballed when it was pointed out that the Santa Clara County Sheriff and his entire contingency delivered a message of trust with non of them wearing their Body Worn Cameras. The Sheriff’s own policy states, “BWCs also provide transparency for the community as well as individual and organizational accountability. BWCs can help build community trust, improve conduct and behavior, and reinforce community policing. Ensure that the BWC is properly worn and positioned to record events”. The call for accountability cat not be fixed by a dishonest Sheriff Officials that refuse to hold themselves accountable to their own policies. The data has consistently shown that black and brown people are disproportionately subjected to the use of force, at the hands of police. This county was hoping for a new start with a new Sheriff but what we have is just a new person walking in the same footsteps. Sean Allen {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 265 FALL ACTIVATIONS The work doesn't end at the march.Our Fall Activations are live! Sign up to me a More Than a Month Mobilizer to defend Black history or sign up to be apart of our Rise Up Membership Campaign mentioned earlier. For those under 18, join our Vote 4 Me program to make sure you're doing your part to get our community registered to vote! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 266 Inmates gassed in cells 17 timesImagine being locked in a cell in the Santa Clara CountyJail. Through no fault of your own, there are insufficientpsychiatric beds in the county for those suffering fromsevere mental health issues, so the default is a jail cell.You’re in a tough time; psychosis and depression engulfyour every cell. Your decision-making skills are non-existent. A psychiatrist has ordered antidepressants orstronger anti-psychotic medication. The side effects of the medications are intolerable, andin your psychotic state, you refuse to take more. Thesheriff won’t take no for an answer. His deputies decideto tear-gas you for your own benefit. You are then restrained, taken from your cell, and forcedto take medication against your will. It sounds like a horror story from a time when mental {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 267 illness was treated like the plague. This is the reality for the mentally ill in Sheriff RobertJonson’s county jail. Santa Clara County is the only county in the Bay Area to use tear gas on inmates. Arguably, itis a human rights violation from a sheriff who ran on a platform of jail reform and is undercourt orders to improve conditions in the jail. This is a county where inmates or their families have won multi-million dollar settlements formistreatment or even death by sheriff deputies.Gassing inmates to gain compliance is torture. The Board of Supervisors will be discussingthis issue on Tuesday, August 29, starting at 9:30 a.m. Aram James The NAACP and Leslie's Certification Boost Grant is designed to equip small business owners of color with obtaining vital business certifications, which are important {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 268 to: Facilitating networking, Making business connections, and Drawing partnership opportunities with larger corporations and organizations. Under this program, $5,000 grants will be awarded to deserving entrepreneurs to support small businesses in rural and urban communities across five states and companies led by people of color, women, and people with disabilities, or businesses located in Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZones), focusing on businesses in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, and Texas. For more information, visit naacp.org and apply by September 8. Submissions for the 55th NAACP Image Awards are Open Entries can be submitted now through {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 269 November 3, 2023 at naacpimageawards.net in the categories of motion picture, television + streaming, recording, literature, and podcasts. New submission categories include: CLICK HERE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 270 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 271 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 272 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 273 6 WARNING SIGNS OF CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM IN US POLITICS BY ADAM RUSSELL TAYLOR If the first debate for the 2024 Republican primary is any indication, we’re headed toward a combative and chaotic presidential race. The first debate, held last night in Milwaukee, was most notable for who didn’t attend, namely former President Donald Trump, who, despite facing four separate criminal indictments, is the leading Republican candidate by a margin of nearly 40 points. His refusal to debate his opponents does a disservice to Republican voters and the country, all of whom deserve to hear Trump {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 274 defend his previous actions and 2024 campaign platform, which includes several dangerously authoritarian proposals such as making it easier to fire career civil servants or deploying the National Guard to fight street crime. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 275 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 276 THE WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership and development paid program that provides emerging leaders with an opportunity to gain valuable skills while supporting the work of the White House and furthering the priorities of the Biden-Harris Administration. Interested candidates can find the Program’s online application at WH.gov/intern. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 277 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 278 MORE THAN A MONTH MOBILIZERS The Mobilizers program is excited to announce the orientation happening on September 14 at 7 PM ET. Come learn more about this initiative aimed at combatting Anti-CRT legislation and advocating for inclusive education policies. This opportunity is open to all members so spread the word and apply here. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 279 Good news for San Jose Get the best local news & events sent to your inbox each morning, for free. SJtoday is hiring! We are looking for a local City Editor to join our team. City Editor responsibilities include planning, writing, editing, and publishing the most relevant, engaging, and conversational daily content about San Jose. The job range is $55-$75,000 depending on experience and qualifications. We would love to see a diverse pool of candidates apply for the role, link to the posting and applicant portal: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/31031-6am-city/jobs/80216-city-editor- sjtoday Yuba College is pleased to announce the following employment opportunity. Position: Director of EOP&S/CARE and CalWORKs Location: Yuba College {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 280 Salary: $96,407/YR - $129,826/YR. Application Deadline: Open until filled. Below is the URL link that will take you directly to the complete job posting and the on- line application site: https://yccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/3393 For questions about the position, please contact the Office of Human Resources at yccdhr@goyccd.onmicrosoft.com Sincerely, Office of Human Resources Yuba Community College District 3301 E. Onstott Road Yuba City, CA 95991 Phone: 530-741-6851 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 281 Legal Services for Prisoners with Children's 45th Anniversary & All of Us or None's 20th Anniversary Celebration Continuing the Legacy: Embracing Change and Building for the Future Paying tribute to: Dorsey Nunn & Hamdiya Cooks-Abdullah October 12, 2023 7:00 - 9:00 pm BLOC15 252 2nd Street Oakland CA, 94607 REGISTAR {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 282 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 283 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 284 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 285 WHY DO BLACK CALIFORNIANS DESERVE REPARATIONS? Black Californians Deserve Reparations. Black people are still experiencing harm and discrimination due to the history of systemic, institutional, and anti- Black racism in California. Reparations are needed so Black Californians can begin to heal from {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 286 generations of discrimination and begin to break the chains of poverty and inequity. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 287 NNPA President Launches Daily Radio Commentary Show in Partnership with USBC Radio Network NNPA NEWSWIRE — In its inaugural season, “The Good News” will feature Chavis delivering concise, impactful 60-second radio commentaries. READ MORE {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 288 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 289 It would be my honor for you to join us for the 36th Annual CA/HI NAACP State Convention. Join us in San Francisco for the 36th Annual NAACP CA/HI Convention! Registration is OPEN. Register today! This year’s NAACP CA/HI State Convention will bring together elected officials, activists, organizers, faith leaders, and entertainers for workshops and discussions to promote solutions to some of the most pressing issues facing Black communities within California and Hawaii, including Next-Gen Leadership, environmental justice, housing, veterans affairs, labor, education, and more. The annual convention includes: Branch President’s Dinner, a Stop the Hate Seminar, Youth and College Division Workshops, Informative Breakout Sessions to assist in success within your Branch, the Annual Branch Awards Dinner, and more! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 290 For the hard-working NAACP CA/HI Branch Presidents and State Executive Committee, please be on the lookout for the President’s Dinner Invite with registration. I look forward to seeing you in San Francisco this coming October to celebrate the good work you and your members are doing within your community! NAACP CA/HI Convention will take place Oct 26 - 29 at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 291 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 292 Website History Events Youth Address: 205 E Alma Ave d10 San Jose, CA 95112 Telephone: +1 (408) 898-6985 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 293 Drop Us A Line San Jose Silicon Valley NAACP | 1313 N Milpitas Blvd #163, Milpitas, CA 95035 Unsubscribe hrc@cityofpaloalto.org Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by moore2j@att.net powered by Try email marketing for free today! {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 294 From:Roberta Ahlquist To:Aram James Cc:District1@bos.sccgov.org; Joe Simitian; Cindy Chavez; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Supervisor Otto Lee; Rob Baker; Jeff Rosen Subject:Re: At Taser Maker Axon, ex-staffers say loyalty meant being tased or Tattooed -Reuters August 30, 2023. Date:Saturday, September 2, 2023 3:46:13 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Dear Friends and Representatives: PLEASE DO NOT allow OR SUPPORT EFFORTS BY the county to PURCHASE AND USE TASERS! Read the research! We must not perpetuate the abuse, the violence. We are also shocked and offended that the county sheriff has allowed prisoners to be gassed i their cells for forms of non-compliance. This is uncivilized. It MUST NOT CONTINUE! Sincerely, Roberta Ahlquist, Emerita Professor San Jose State University On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 6:46 PM Aram James <abjpd1@gmail.com> wrote: Fyi: Should Santa Clara County be doing Business with Axon Enterprise? I say emphatically, NO. Axon Enterprise maintains a sexist culture where women are called vaginias, and men who don't go along with being tattooed or tased are called pussys. It’s a replica of ugly police culture where showing loyalty is a priority if you want to remain employed but NO commitment is demonstrated in return. \ Employees are pressured to be tased in a {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 295 controlled setting to show loyalty. But these same employees must also sign a waiver giving up their right to sue if they are injured or die due to being tased. Axon does not have their employee's backs. Santa Clara County has no business buying weapons from this predator corporation. aram 415-370-5056 At Taser maker Axon, ex-staff say loyalty meant being tased, tattooed reuters.com {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 296 From:Mora Oommen To:Human Relations Commission Subject:National Day of Service - next Sunday! Date:Sunday, September 3, 2023 10:04:05 PM Attachments:YCS Eng National Day of Service 2023 Aug 31.png YCS Spanish National Day of Service 2023 Aug 31..png You don't often get email from mora@youthcommunityservice.org. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Dear Human Relations Commissioners, I hope you are having a relaxing weekend. I wanted to send a quick reminder that next Sunday is the National Day of Service and Remembrance and YCS brings together over 25 local nonprofit partners to host service sites in East Palo Alto and Palo Alto and surrounding neighborhoods. Please let me know if there is a particular site you would like to visit and I can be sure to let the site leader know. Also, if you might be willing to include details during the Council Meeting report on Tuesday, we will be very grateful! We'd love if you can share details with your networks, I have attached a flyer in English and Spanish and here is a link to our Facebook Event Page. A list of the service sites are shared below, more details are available on the registration page. Thank you for your support! With best wishes, Mora Oommen Executive Director Youth Community Service mora@youthcommunityservice.org 650-644-5354 https://youthcommunityservice.org/national-day-of-service-2023/ SUNDAY, SEPT. 10TH SERVICE SITES Local service site in East Palo Alto, Palo Alto and surrounding neighborhoods. Service site projects and at home activities available for all ages and abilities. Items listed on the Wish Lists below can be donated in advance. Please visit the registration page for individual service site descriptions for specific restrictions. Service times vary by {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 297 service site location. Space is limited and fills up quickly! Service Sites Listed by Theme Animal Care Palo Alto Humane Project HumaneKind Animal Assisted Happiness (at home/self-paced) Child and Family Welfare Blossom Birth & Family Karat School Project (Wish List) Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence (Wish List) Project Linus (at home/self-paced) Environment CleanSwellApp (at home/self-paced) Environmental Volunteers Grassroots Ecology Hidden Villa PACCC Community Garden Woodland Park Communities Hunger & Homelessness Ecumenical Hunger Program (Wish List) PATH (Wish List) WeHope (Wish List) Education and Literacy Creative Montessori Friends of the Palo Alto Library Izzi Early Education (two locations) Mitchell Park Library Rinconada Library Seniors Stevenson House (at home/self-paced) Service times and more information on the registration page. MONDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 11th {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 298 Multi-faith Peace Picnic Plan to get together with American Muslim Voice Foundation, Multifaith Voices for Peace & Justice, YCS and other local organizations to celebrate service and build community. Palo Alto City Hall - King Plaza 250 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto 6:00pm - 8:15pm Food will be served, please register HERE. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 299 From:Roberta Ahlquist To:Senator.Cortese@senate.ca.gov Subject:Re: Senator Cortese Newsletter: Happy Labor Day! Date:Monday, September 4, 2023 11:08:13 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Dear Senator Cortese:: We hope that you will take a stand against the use of tear gas in the County jails. It is not common practice in other states, even in California. It is inhumane. Please vote to BAN the use. I hope concerned friends will also write to local supervisors and other leaders in the county to voice their concerns. Thursday, the Community Correction & Law Enforcement Monitoring Committee meets to discuss this issue. On September 19 the Board of Supervisors will take up this issue. Sincerely, Dr. Roberta Ahlquist, Professor Emerita San Jose State University On Mon, Sep 4, 2023 at 6:39 AM <Senator.Cortese@outreach.senate.ca.gov> wrote: sd15 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 300 Senator Cortese in July addresses local healthcare workers rallying over pay and chronic understaffing. On this Labor Day, we honor the sacrifices and bravery of all of our workers. At a young age, I became involved in the labor movement by joining labor actions with my family. I worked as a journeyman grocery worker and a member of UFCW, The United Food and Commercial Workers. This helped me understand the struggles of hardworking people. Throughout my life, I've looked up to labor leaders like Cesar Chavez and his surviving family members, and Dolores Huerta. Each year, we take busloads of people to the National Chavez Center in Keene, California, to learn about Cesar Chavez and his impact on the world. Check out this short documentary about this year's Pilgrimage, and sign up for next year by emailing me at senator.cortese@sen.ca.gov. Some have called this season the "Hot Labor Summer" because workers in government, hospitals, hotels, and across Hollywood are forcing employers to navigate picket lines on their way to the negotiating table. This labor resurgence is driven by very real pain as rents and living costs have spiked and earnings haven't kept pace. In the Capitol this year, we've brought business and labor together and negotiated new protections for airline workers and motion picture workers. We're also working to establish good-paying jobs in sustainable green industry with the enactment of my SB 150. As we enjoy this Labor Day, let's reflect on our fight to restore dignity to all workers, and giving every person an opportunity to take care of themselves and their family. As always, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions, comments, or concerns. Be well, Senator Dave Cortese sd15 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 301 I invite you to our Picnic by the Lake Multicultural Festival and Resource Fair! On Saturday, September 30th, from 10 AM to 3 PM at Hellyer County Park! Picnic by the Lake is an all-free event! Bring family and friends for free hamburgers and veggie burgers, multicultural performances, games, a pumpkin patch with free pumpkins, and chances to win prizes. Read More Community Updates Makers Market on the Row: Saturday, September 9, 11am-6pm, Santana Row: Bring your family and furry friends to Santana Row to listen to live music, shop at local shops, and enjoy food from nearby restaurants! Click here for more information. Senior Safari at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo: Thursday, September 28, 9-10am: Visit the zoo animals, soak up the sunshine and fresh air, and enjoy various activities. Free admission and parking! Click here for more information. Read More In The News San Jose Spotlight: Silicon Valley Black Cultural Center Receives Funding Boost {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 302 Mercury News: Cupertino Climate Summit Tackles Environmental Issues Fox KTVU: State Leaders Meet With Religious Community to Address Santa Clara County Housing Crisis Read More Capitol Updates Earlier this month, the State Senate passed my SR 34, marking the nation's first State Resolution to formally recognize humanity's duty to future generations to restore a safe climate for long-term human survival. Read more here. Read More State Resources {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 303 sd15 We saw great crowds at this year's "National Night Out" celebrations! These are a few of the many neighborhoods we visited across Santa Clara County. View More District Photos State Resources Santa Clara County Birth and Death Registration Domestic Violence Resources (Hotline call 800-799-7233) Resources for Homeless Young People: Bill Wilson Center Center for Employment Training / Job Counseling, Financial Support and Job Board {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 304 View More Resources Follow Us Here Facebook Twitter Instagram View as a Web Page Visit Website Contact Us CAPITOL OFFICE CAMPBELL {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 305 1021 O Street, Suite 6630 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone: (916) 651-4015 Fax: (916) 651-4915 2105 S. Bascom Avenue, Suite 154, Campbell, CA 95008 Phone: (408) 558-1295 Fax: (408) 558-1296 California State Senate © 2023 Click here to unsubscribe or update your email address. {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 306 From:Aram James To:Robert. Jonsen; Sheriff Transparency; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Binder, Andrew; Council, City; Reifschneider, James; Wagner, April; Shikada, Ed; Michael Gennaco; Jeff Rosen; Shana Segal; Josh Becker; Julie Lythcott- Haims; Human Relations Commission; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Chuck Jagoda; Perron, Zachary; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Kevin Jensen; Mila Zelkha; Jay Boyarsky; Enberg, Nicholas Subject:- Fatal police shooting of pregnant woman raises concerns over firing at moving cars Date:Monday, September 4, 2023 1:10:50 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ I saw this The Mercury News e-edition article on the The Mercury News e-edition app and thought you’d be interested. Fatal police shooting of pregnant woman raises concerns over firing at moving cars https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynamic_article_popover.aspx?guid=d0143fe3-47c1-41a9-82c4- 36e9b4b9d59b&appcode=SAN252&eguid=c83f2647-2c23-48e9-9b22-da8e1e598ac2&pnum=14# For more great content like this subscribe to the The Mercury News e-edition app here: Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 307 From:Aram James To:Lythcott-Haims, Julie; Tannock, Julie; Reifschneider, James; Binder, Andrew; Council, City; Shikada, Ed; Sean Allen; Jethroe Moore; Mila Zelkha; Shana Segal; Michael Gennaco; Joe Simitian; Jeff Rosen; Josh Becker; Human Relations Commission; Tina Boales; Wagner, April; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Chuck Jagoda; Tim james; Perron, Zachary; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Jay Boyarsky; Enberg, Nicholas Subject:Los Angeles Times: Skelton: How a racist housing policy caused the biggest, bitterest brawl in California’s Capitol Date:Monday, September 4, 2023 9:57:03 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ Skelton: How a racist housing policy caused the biggest, bitterest brawl in California’s Capitol https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-09-04/column-marking-californias-ugly-past-on-racial- discrimination-in-housing Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 308 From:Aram James To:Julie Lythcott-Haims; Tannock, Julie; Figueroa, Eric; Shikada, Ed; Stump, Molly; Council, City; Emily Mibach; Jensen, Eric; Jethroe Moore; Sean Allen; Binder, Andrew; Robert. Jonsen; Roberta Ahlquist; Reifschneider, James; Josh Becker; Michael Gennaco; Foley, Michael; Afanasiev, Alex; Lee, Craig; Tina Boales; Jeff Rosen; Joe Simitian; Human Relations Commission; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; DuJuan Green Subject:Los Angeles Times: How the L.A. Times helped write segregation into California’s Constitution Date:Monday, September 4, 2023 10:00:31 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ How the L.A. Times helped write segregation into California’s Constitution https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2020-10-21/prop-14-ronald-reagan-la-times-vote-segregation-californias- constitution Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 309 From:Aram James To:Greer Stone; Lauing, Ed; Burt, Patrick; Patricia.Guerrero@jud.ca.gov; Bryan Gobin; Linda Jolley; Josh Becker; Council, City; Damon Silver; Molly; Stump, Molly; Jethroe Moore; Binder, Andrew; Robert. Jonsen; Sheriff Transparency; Sean Allen; Shikada, Ed; Reifschneider, James; Angie Evans; Vara Ramakrishnan; Michael Gennaco; Joe Simitian; Wagner, April; Jeff Rosen; Human Relations Commission; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary Subject:Los Angeles Times: How the L.A. Times helped write segregation into California’s Constitution Date:Monday, September 4, 2023 10:07:21 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautious of opening attachments and clicking on links. ________________________________ How the L.A. Times helped write segregation into California’s Constitution https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2020-10-21/prop-14-ronald-reagan-la-times-vote-segregation-californias- constitution Sent from my iPhone {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 310 From:Jose Valle To:Aram James Cc:Richard k; Sean Allen; Raj; walter wilson; Sameena Usman; Jethroe Moore; Al Morales; Sheriff Transparency; Robert. Jonsen; Council, City; Binder, Andrew; Reifschneider, James; Shikada, Ed; Josh Becker; Michael Gennaco; Joe Simitian; Supervisor Otto Lee; Supervisor Susan Ellenberg; Cindy Chavez; District1; Jeff Rosen; Human Relations Commission; Julie Lythcott-Haims; Rebecca Eisenberg; ladoris cordell; Mila Zelkha; Perron, Zachary; DuJuan Green; dennis burns; Shana Segal; Enberg, Nicholas Subject:Re: stop gassing prisoners! Date:Tuesday, September 5, 2023 11:37:34 AM Some people who received this message don't often get email from jvalle1800@gmail.com. Learn why this is important CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Wow great work Aram! On Fri, Sep 1, 2023, 5:32 PM Aram James <abjpd1@gmail.com> wrote: My dear friend Linda Jolly sent this powerful letter to Santa Clara County Sheriff Robert Jonson today. With her permission, I am circulating her letter to you. Aram > > Sheriff Jonson - > > I was deeply moved by Aram James' editorial letter about prisoners being tortured with gas in their cells. I want you to stop > this practice immediately. > > Social scientists are increasingly convinced that a major cause of crime is the torture of children in their homes. When people with > this background are further tortured in the penal system do we expect they will emerge as loving people upon their release?? > > I have been exposed to pepper spray and it is despicable. > > I have seen police abuse firsthand and now fighting it in Menlo Park. As you know, my friend Aram makes war on police abuse. > Eventually we will see to it that abusers in the justice system will be thrown out. Do not put yourself on our hit list. > > Linda Jolley 650-630-3021 {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 311 From:Roberta Ahlquist To:Council, City; city.council@cityofpaloalto.com Subject:Keep Frey"s as ZONED FOR LOW-income RESIDENTAL Date:Tuesday, September 5, 2023 5:12:29 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Be cautiousof opening attachments and clicking on links. Dear Council: 8/5/2023 1. WE HAVE A SERIOUS HOUSING CRISIS 2. WE DESPERATELY NEED LOW-INCOME OUSIJG FOR OUR SERVICE SECTOR WORKERS, SENIORS 3. THIS SITE IS ONE OF THE FEW REMAINING PARCELS YOU HAVE CONTROL OVER 4. SOBRATO HAS/IS BUILDING LOW-INCOME HOUSING IN OAKLAND 5. BE COURAGEOUS: KEEP TE ZONE RESIDENTIAL AND PROMOTE AA RENTER'S REMEDY AS WE SEEK FUNDS FOR LOW-INCOME HOUSES FOR OUR WORKERS. Sincerely, Roberta Ahlquist Co-cair of PA Senior Low-income Housing Committee {{item.number}} Packet Pg. 312