06-25-20 Commission Workshop Adopted MinutesATTENDANCE:
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MINUTES
Commission Workshop Meeting
Thursday, June 25, 2020 - 6:00 PM
Jordan Park Community Center
Ellen Glasser, Mayor - Seat 1
Cindy Anderson, Commissioner - Seat 2 (District 1308)
Blythe Waters, Commissioner - Seat 3 (District 1307)
Candace Kelly, Commissioner - Seat 4 (District 1306)
Brittany Norris, Mayor Pro Tem / Commissioner - Seat 5 (District 1312)
Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM)
Lori Diaz, Deputy City Clerk
Kim Flower, Records Clerk
CALL TO ORDER
Following the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, Invocation provided by Bishop Percy Golden.
Mayor Glasser called the meeting to order at 6:04 PM. Workshop also being recorded on
Facebook Live.
1. TOPIC: PROMOTING RACIAL EQUITY
A. Public Comment
None.
B. Review of Proposed Action Items (Commissioner Norris and DCM Kevin
Hogencamp)
Commissioner Norris invited Commission and citizen input regarding topics to focus
on.
DCM Hogencamp reviewed the potential action items the community helped the City
Commission reveal necessary for discussion and review at the last Commission
workshop. The proposed items are included in the agenda packet. New action items
will be added throughout this meeting.
Interim Police Chief Gualillo spoke regarding changes that are underway for police
department policies, which includes adding more specific language to the policies of
Duty to Report, Duty to Intervene, and the training policy on De-escalation, as
discussed in the last workshop. He also spoke regarding the review of the department's
budget and status of upcoming projects which include body cameras and community
policing programs.
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Commission opened the floor to Public Comment.
Hayden Prince requested clarification of the listed items "good stories" and "words
that matter." Interim Police Chief Gualillo shared a positive story of a recent incident.
Commissioner Kelly suggested making public the "good stories."
JoAnn Wallace spoke regarding anti -racism, she stated it starts at home.
Hayden Prince inquired what is actionable for this item, above encouraging anti -
racism. Does the City have a curriculum in mind? Commission responded churches,
partnering with the private sector, Facebook posts, community events and someone to
guide the dialogue.
Dee Davis spoke regarding communications within races, his experience with running
the community centers, and agreed on a Community Policing Officer being a great
asset to the community. He requested Police Officers come to his centers more often to
interact with the kids.
Rafielle Usher, PH.D., President of Community Diversity Enrichment Program,
explained the programs goals and his experience with his program in this area. He
challenges the City to reach all races for community programs/community centers.
Pheonia Laverne spoke regarding her family experience and Cultural Integration
Training success.
Bishop Percy Golden spoke regarding community policing programs. He requested to
budget for a dedicated position.
Sgt. Jimmy Hundley spoke regarding 20 years of service with ABPD, the ability of
Interim Police Chief Gualillo to lead and the department's daily community policing
practices.
Amy Crane suggested a program in use by St. Augustine Police Department,
Alternative to Violence" as well as an organization called 904WARD to open
dialogue with cultures.
Chip Kenney requested the Commission to speak on their perception of the
relationship between the police and the community; what is working/what can be
improved (and from the police side also). Brief responses from Commission and
Interim Chief Gualillo ensued.
There was additional comments regarding policing, education on bike laws and the
Karen" phenomenon when used to antagonize people of color.
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In response to Public Comments the following action items were added to the list:
Action plan for "words and actions that matter".
Understanding stereotypes -people in authority not defending the wrong.
Generational impact.
Community children's programs be more diverse culturally and socio economically
Add a metric to evaluate the programs.
Provide education on bicycle safety laws and enforce universally.
Cultural Integration Program/Training.
Community Policing Officer.
Grant Program.
904WARD and Alternative to Violence Program — ways to promote racial dialogue.
City messaging.
Historical infrastructure picture.
Karens"
C. Comments from Commissioners
Commissioner Kelly spoke regarding the line item of historic spending, the emphasis
of equitable spending for all parts of the City has been successful, grant assistance for
projects throughout the City, need versus space for affordable housing and the adverse
impacts of gentrification remain to be fixed. Every COAB department can do better to
promote racial equity, not only the Police.
Commissioner Anderson applauded the action item list and Interim Chief Gualillo for
responding and working on police, disappointed that HR Director is not present for
explanation regarding employment practices. Suggests adding to the list training for
recognition of bias.
Commissioner Waters spoke regarding how to make these items actionable. Suggests
COAB use Social Media and City meetings for amplifying positive messages about
equal justice and language as it pertains to race, etc.
Commissioner Norris reported working with CM Corbin and DCM Hogencamp to
recreate the Climate Survey, will be anonymous and web based. Requested the history
spending on infrastructure projects and for a review of pay rates.
Mayor Glasser is happy with the action item list and is committed to learning more
and doing better. We can all do better.
D. Public Comment
Public Comment was held earlier in the meeting.)
There were no further comments.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Glasser adjourned the meeting at 8:04 PM.
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Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk Ellen Glasser, Mayor
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Date Approved
Commission Workshop
June 25, 2020