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City Council Work Session
City of Edina, Minnesota
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
5:30 PM
I.Call To Order
II.Roll Call
III.Community Engagement Strategy Update
IV.Joint Meeting: Human Rights & Relations Commission
V.Adjournment
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Date: July 16, 2019 Agenda Item #: III.
To:Mayor and City Council Item Type:
Reports / Recommendation
From:MJ Lamon, Community Engagement Coordinator
Item Activity:
Subject:Community Engagement Strategy Update Discussion
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None; discussion only.
INTRODUCTION:
The West 58th Street Reconstruction project was used as a pilot project for the development and implementation
of community engagement standards.
Staff will debrief the Pilot Project and review the Community Engagement Strategy framework.
Staff will also discuss next steps for the Council ethics and protocols policy discussion that began at the last
council retreat.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Participation Proposal: W 58th Street
Draft Engagement Strategy Framework
Staff Presentation: Draft Engagement Strategy Framework
Current Ethics Policies
Staff Presentation: City Council Ethics Policy
City Council Public Participation Proposal
Project: 58th Street Reconstruction - Wooddale Ave to Xerxes Ave
Proposal date: December 4, 2018
Prepared by: Project Coordinator MJ Lamon & Engineering Director Chad Millner
Project decision: Staff makes a recommendation to City Council
Project timeline: December 2018 to June 2019
• Decision made by June 2019 for construction in 2020.
1. DECISION TO BE MADE: Plan Elements for 58th Street Reconstruction.
In-scope Elements:
During this process, the public can influence decisions related to street design
including:
• Bike Facilities (Lane Widths)
• Parking
• Sidewalks
• Shared Use Path
• Storm Sewer Opportunities (tree trenches, infiltration basins, rain
gardens, etc.)
Questions to be answered:
Community feedback needs to include:
• Should the bike facilities be on street or off street?
• Should on-street parking be provided, if so 1 or 2 sides?
• Should there be more than 1 off street pedestrian facility?
• Should we go above normal practice with storm sewer options?
II. PARTICIPATION LEVEL: Consult
Participation goal:
To obtain public feedback on analysis, alternatives and/or decisions.
Public promise:
We will keep you informed, listen to and acknowledge concerns and
aspirations, and provide feedback on how public input influenced the
decision. We will seek your feedback on drafts and proposals.
III. STAKEHOLDERS
Outreach will include the
following stakeholders:
• Adjacent Property Owners
• Pamela Park Neighborhood
Association
• Chowen Neighborhood
Association
• Parks and Recreation
Commission
• Running Community
• Cycling Community
• Hennepin County
• School District
• City of Minneapolis
• Transportation Commission
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IV. ENGAGEMENT METHODS
Examples of methods for
“Consult” level
Staff will develop and implement a public participation plan and
timeline that includes methods needed to obtain feedback from
identified stakeholders. Examples of methods for “Consult” include
surveys, polls, field trips, and open houses.
Public hearing legally required:
☐Yes ☒No
Will there be a public Hearing?
☒No ☐ Yes, by Planning Commission ☐Yes, by City Council
V. DECISION CRITERIA
Legal or technical requirements:
The project must meet Municipal State Aid, Watershed District, City
of Edina and other regulatory minimum design standards.
Other considerations:
In addition to public input, the staff recommendation to Council will
also consider:
• Cost
• Sustainability goals
• Sidewalk plan
• Traffic impact
• Neighborhood needs
Out of scope elements:
• Sanitary sewer and watermain are outside the scope of this
process.
• Decisions already made:
o A bike facility will be included, although this could be
combined with a pedestrian facility.
o at least one sidewalk will be included and could be
combined with a bike facility.
Engagement Strategy
Framework
WHY
The City of Edina
[City] recognizes
that good public
process and
engagement make
the community
more effective and
in tune with the
needs of those
served. In the past
City departments
have been charged with leading participation
and engagement around specific projects.
While we have had many successes, the City’s
decision makers saw the opportunity to better
meet the expectations and build trust with the
community.
In fall of 2017, City Council took a big step
towards community engagement by developing
budget goal number four which is to foster an
engaged and inclusive community. This
commitment launched city staff into learning
more about internationally recognized best
practices as developed by International
Association for Public Participation (IAP2). Over
the past two years, staff has worked towards
completing budget goal four. Strategies,
principles, protocols and processes were
established as the framework.
Benefits of a strategy:
• A city-wide vision for
community engagement
• Set of principles and goals to
guide engagement
• Clear and transparent decision
making process to create trust
• Established protocol to provide
clarity on expectations
• Ensures the community is
informed of the outcome and
how their participation
influenced the decision
Section 1: WHY
Section 2: WHAT
Section 3: WHO
Section 4: HOW
Section 6: GOALS GUIDE CONTENTS
Engagement is an active, expansive relationship between the city and the community that
includes any level of public participation; this typically encourages two-way dialogue.
Public Participation is a type of engagement that usually occurs in decision-making
processes. It can define minimum standards, such as public meetings, community comment
and open records. It also can indicate a range of public involvement approaches from
informing to partnering.
Communication refers to the methods used to inform the public. Communication
articulates what has happened, what is going to happen, and how to get involved.
Equity occurs when barriers have been removed for all to thrive.
Diversity is recognizing individuality. It is about the unique dimensions, qualities and
characteristics people possess.
Inclusion is the intentional interaction with everyone in the community, representing all
aspects of diversity, to make all feel invited and valued.
Foster an engaged
community built on trust by
intentionally focusing on
equity, diversity and
inclusion. VISION WHAT
4 PRINCIPLES & VALUES Relationships
Inclusion
Equity
Accountability
Make
relationships
foundational
Strengthen
relationships and
build new ones
Develop a trust
between the City
and residents
Strive to provide
meaningful
engagement
opportunities
Invite
underrepresented
groups to
participate
Make all feel
welcomed and
valued
Engage with
residents where
they are
Remove barriers
for participation
Provide multiple
options for
participation
Make a plan
Do what we say
we are going to
do
Communicate
how participation
influences
decisions
T R U S T
City Council
• Endorse the engagement strategy framework
• Embed the strategy in the culture
• Review any information gathered prior to making decisions
• Make sure City employee proposals, individual concerns and overall public benefit were considered
Edina Employees
• Actively implement the principles of the engagement strategy
• Ensure the public engagement process is inclusive, all information is available and is clear, simple and
informative
• Make sure final reporting identifies resident feedback and explains how feedback will be considered in
final recommendations and/or decisions
• Guide consultants and facilitators undertaking public engagement activities on behalf of the City to
comply with the public engagement framework
Resident or Community Partners
• Actively implement the principles of the engagement strategy
• Initiate change by bringing forward ideas which may help the City and community find creative solutions
to challenges
• Participate and work collaboratively with fellow participants, facilitator, council and City employees
• Identify concerns and issues early in the process and request alternative ways to participate
WHO ROLES Everyone plays a role to
ensure the city-wide vision
for community engagement
is reflected in the plan and
process.
6
Identifying opportunities to
include more voices in city
processes and developing
approaches that make all feel
invited and welcome to
participate
Promoting innovation in the
design or selection of
engagement opportunities and
tools; ensuring the community
receives feedback on how their
input was used
Creating measurements for
success in the short and long term
in addition evaluation and
adjusting processes as needed
Coaching and being a resource for
department project teams as they
create and implement effective
engagement plans
Identifying potential projects;
assisting project teams to identify
an appropriate level of
engagement and related
techniques
Creating and updating staff
resources around effective
engagement including tools and
templates
Community Engagement Coordinator
The city has created a dedicated position with the responsibility of creating, improving
and strengthening engagement opportunities which are inclusive. The success will
require a balance of leadership, coordination, prioritization, learning spaces and
collaboration with fellow city employees and the community. The coordinator cannot
design, conduct and evaluate every engagement effort of the City. In collaboration with
others, the coordinator will support effective engagement by:
The IAP2 spectrum illustrates that the are different levels of participation, depending on the
public participation goals, commitments made to the public, time frames and resources.
Public Engagement Expectations
The community can expect:
• Identifying timelines for the whole project
• Making all background information available as early as possible in the process
• Identifying how input will be received and used to make a recommendation and/or
decision
What not to expect
Public engagement does not mean that everyone will always agree on decisions that are
made within the City. Edina is made up a of a diverse population with very different interests
and approaches. The City will listen to all the different opinions and, where possible,
incorporate them in the decision-making process in a strategic and balanced way.
HOW ENGAGE
Edina has made a
commitment to the
continuum of participation
as designed by the
International Association
for Public Participation
(IAP2)
8
GOALS
Provide clear and
meaningful
engagement
Provide a variety of
ways to participate
Build authentic and
on-going
relationships
Support staff &
build community
engagement
• Public knows what to
expect
• Participants believe
there is value in
participating
• Participants are
satisfied with the
process (not the
outcome)
• Participants know
how /when they could
participate
• Participants feel
confident input was
valued and considered
regardless of the intake
method
• Visits and participation
on Better Together
• Participants trust the
process
• Participants feel
included in the process
• City develops new
partnerships with
stakeholders and
groups
• Staff feel comfortable
developing a process to
meet the objectives of
the project
• Staff follows the plan—
did what we said we
were going to do
• Staff utilizes tools
available to them
• Start engagement with
a plan
• Determine the decision
to be made
• Implement consistent
processes to support
the creation and use of
effective and
appropriately-scaled
engagement plans.
• Communicate clearly
about opportunities for
timely and meaningful
public input.
• Follow set meeting
schedules as much as
possible
• Define roles
• Use the right tools and
techniques
• Mirror in person
opportunities with on-
line or other
• Assess current and
existing engagement
tools and techniques
and choose those that
most effectively allow
us to reach desired
audiences
• Recognize the value of
using multiple
channels, printed
materials, digital and in
-person methods.
• Maintain centralized
engagement website
• Develop a process that
is fair, inclusive, and
accessible
• Enhance existing
relationships with
those affected by city
decisions through
positive and
constructive dialogue
• Pilot new approaches
to invite and encourage
all impacted individuals
and groups to
participate in ways that
are inviting and
comfortable to them.
• Work in partnership
with community
organizations and
groups
• Develop and sustain
internal infrastructure/
resources to support
and coordinate public
engagement
• Strengthen / formalize
procedures
• Develop tools and
templates to guide
engagement.
• Support city staff in the
development and
coordination of public
engagement.
• Conduct evaluation of
processes to
demonstrate
commitment to
engagement and the
ability to evolve. OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES
Engagement Strategy
Framework—DRAFT
July 16, 2019
WHY
The City of Edina
[City] recognizes
that good public
process and
engagement make
the community
more effective and
in tune with the
needs of those
served. In the past
City departments
have been charged with leading participation
and engagement around specific projects.
While we have had many successes, the City’s
decision makers saw the opportunity to better
meet the expectations and build trust with the
community.
In fall of 2017, City Council took a big step
towards community engagement by developing
budget goal number four which is to foster an
engaged and inclusive community. This
commitment launched city staff into learning
more about internationally recognized best
practices as developed by International
Association for Public Participation (IAP2). Over
the past two years, staff has worked towards
completing budget goal four. Strategies,
principles, protocols and processes were
established as the framework.
Benefits of a strategy:
• A city-wide vision for
community engagement
• Set of principles and goals to
guide engagement
• Clear and transparent decision
making process to create trust
• Established protocol to provide
clarity on expectations
• Ensures the community is
informed of the outcome and
how their participation
influenced the decision
Section 1: WHY
Section 2: WHAT
Section 3: WHO
Section 4: HOW
Section 6: GOALS GUIDE CONTENTS
Engagement is an active, expansive relationship between the city and the community that
includes any level of public participation; this typically encourages two-way dialogue.
Public Participation is a type of engagement that usually occurs in decision-making
processes. It can define minimum standards, such as public meetings, community comment
and open records. It also can indicate a range of public involvement approaches from
informing to partnering.
Communication refers to the methods used to inform the public. Communication
articulates what has happened, what is going to happen, and how to get involved.
Equity occurs when barriers have been removed for all to thrive.
Diversity is recognizing individuality. It is about the unique dimensions, qualities and
characteristics people possess.
Inclusion is the intentional interaction with everyone in the community, representing all
aspects of diversity, to make all feel invited and valued.
Foster an engaged
community built on trust by
intentionally focusing on
equity, diversity and
inclusion. VISION WHAT
4 PRINCIPLES & VALUES Relationships
Inclusion
Equity
Accountability
Make
relationships
foundational
Strengthen
relationships and
build new ones
Develop a trust
between the City
and residents
Strive to provide
meaningful
engagement
opportunities
Invite
underrepresented
groups to
participate
Make all feel
welcomed and
valued
Engage with
residents where
they are
Remove barriers
for participation
Provide multiple
options for
participation
Make a plan
Do what we say
we are going to
do
Communicate
how participation
influences
decisions
T R U S T
City Council
• Endorse the engagement strategy framework
• Embed the strategy in the culture
• Review any information gathered prior to making decisions
• Make sure City employee proposals, individual concerns and overall public benefit were considered
Edina Employees
• Actively implement the principles of the engagement strategy
• Ensure the public engagement process is inclusive, all information is available and is clear, simple and
informative
• Make sure final reporting identifies resident feedback and explains how feedback will be considered in
final recommendations and/or decisions
• Guide consultants and facilitators undertaking public engagement activities on behalf of the City to
comply with the public engagement framework
Resident or Community Partners
• Actively implement the principles of the engagement strategy
• Initiate change by bringing forward ideas which may help the City and community find creative solutions
to challenges
• Participate and work collaboratively with fellow participants, facilitator, council and City employees
• Identify concerns and issues early in the process and request alternative ways to participate
WHO ROLES Everyone plays a role to
ensure the city-wide vision
for community engagement
is reflected in the plan and
process.
6
Identifying opportunities to
include more voices in city
processes and developing
approaches that make all feel
invited and welcome to
participate
Promoting innovation in the
design or selection of
engagement opportunities and
tools; ensuring the community
receives feedback on how their
input was used
Creating measurements for
success in the short and long term
in addition evaluation and
adjusting processes as needed
Coaching and being a resource for
department project teams as they
create and implement effective
engagement plans
Identifying potential projects;
assisting project teams to identify
an appropriate level of
engagement and related
techniques
Creating and updating staff
resources around effective
engagement including tools and
templates
Community Engagement Coordinator
The city has created a dedicated position with the responsibility of creating, improving
and strengthening engagement opportunities which are inclusive. The success will
require a balance of leadership, coordination, prioritization, learning spaces and
collaboration with fellow city employees and the community. The coordinator cannot
design, conduct and evaluate every engagement effort of the City. In collaboration with
others, the coordinator will support effective engagement by:
The IAP2 spectrum illustrates that the are different levels of participation, depending on the
public participation goals, commitments made to the public, time frames and resources.
Public Engagement Expectations
The community can expect:
• Identifying timelines for the whole project
• Making all background information available as early as possible in the process
• Identifying how input will be received and used to make a recommendation and/or
decision
What not to expect
Public engagement does not mean that everyone will always agree on decisions that are
made within the City. Edina is made up a of a diverse population with very different interests
and approaches. The City will listen to all the different opinions and, where possible,
incorporate them in the decision-making process in a strategic and balanced way.
HOW ENGAGE
Edina has made a
commitment to the
continuum of participation
as designed by the
International Association
for Public Participation
(IAP2)
8
GOALS
Provide clear and
meaningful
engagement
practices
Provide a variety of
ways to participate
Build authentic and
on-going
relationships
Support staff &
build community
engagement
capacity
• Public knows what to
expect
• Participants believe
there is value in
participating
• Participants are
satisfied with the
process (not the
outcome)
• Participants know
how /when they could
participate
• Participants feel
confident input was
valued and considered
regardless of the intake
method
• Visits and participation
on Better Together
Edina
• Participants trust the
process
• Participants feel
included in the process
• City develops new
partnerships with
stakeholders and
groups
• Staff feel comfortable
developing a process to
meet the objectives of
the project
• Staff follows the plan—
did what we said we
were going to do
• Staff utilizes tools
available to them
• Start engagement with
a plan
• Determine the decision
to be made
• Implement consistent
processes to support
the creation and use of
effective and
appropriately-scaled
engagement plans.
• Communicate clearly
about opportunities for
timely and meaningful
public input.
• Follow set meeting
schedules as much as
possible
• Define roles
• Use the right tools and
techniques
• Mirror in person
opportunities with on-
line or other
• Assess current and
existing engagement
tools and techniques
and choose those that
most effectively allow
us to reach desired
audiences
• Recognize the value of
using multiple
channels, printed
materials, digital and in
-person methods.
• Maintain centralized
engagement website
• Develop a process that
is fair, inclusive, and
accessible
• Enhance existing
relationships with
those affected by city
decisions through
positive and
constructive dialogue
• Pilot new approaches
to invite and encourage
all impacted individuals
and groups to
participate in ways that
are inviting and
comfortable to them.
• Work in partnership
with community
organizations and
groups
• Develop and sustain
internal infrastructure/
resources to support
and coordinate public
engagement
• Strengthen / formalize
procedures
• Develop tools and
templates to guide
engagement.
• Support city staff in the
development and
coordination of public
engagement.
• Conduct evaluation of
processes to
demonstrate
commitment to
engagement and the
ability to evolve. OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES
CITY COUNCIL GUIDING PRINCIPALS
Guiding Principles were developed at a two-day retreat of the Edina City Council, the City Manager and
the Assistant City Manager in May 2009.
Working Together Effectively
We are all part of a team committed to the residents of Edina both today and in the future. To be
effective we must come to meetings with an open mind, think strategically about City issues and
delegate details of implementations to staff. We will strive to maintain a culture of trust, respect and
candor as a Council and when working with staff.
Addressing Concerns of Residents
City staff is the first call for help for residents. We will refer residents who have concerns to
appropriate City staff. If a resident has contacted City staff but is still not satisfied, we will refer the
resident to the City Manager and inform the City Manager of the concern.
Meetings Called by Residents
If we are invited to a resident meeting about an issue the Council has decided upon, we will explain how
the Council arrived at the decision.
If we are invited to a resident meeting about an issue that will be before the Council in the future, we
will keep an open mind and explain that we are interested in their point of view, as well as others. We
will make ourselves available to all parties on an equal basis, and we will not advocate for a particular
point of view. We will be circumspect about how we participate in the meeting, and we will not
prejudge the issue before the Council has had a change to deliberate.
Working with Boards and Commissions
We view our Boards and Commissions as vitally important resources to support out decision-making.
We will communicate effectively with Boards and Commissions and ensure they have the tools to do
their work. We will give clear direction and take adequate time to review the result of their
deliberations. If we attend meetings of Boards and Commissions, we will do so only as an observer. If
we attend a meeting, we will strive for good communication among Council members and between
Council members and staff.
Effective Meetings and Decision Making
• We will be consistent in policy and process.
• To be effective, we may need to slow down the process at times, look at the big picture and
consider the strategic implications of the decisions we make. We will encourage staff to focus on
the big picture in their reports.
• We will respect our staff as valued resources and members of our team.
• We will honor our rules regarding public testimony and clearly communicate the rules to members
of the public in attendance.
Principles & Values for Community Engagement
The principles & values were presented to City Council on September 5, 2018. The Council
signified trust should be the foundation with the remaining four principles. The principles and
values will foster an engaged community built on trust by intentionally focusing on equity,
diversity and inclusion.
Relationships
- Make relationships foundational
- Strengthen relationships and build new
ones
- Develop a trust between the City and
residents
Inclusion
- Strive to provide meaningful engagement
opportunities
- Invite underrepresented groups to
participate
- Make all feel welcomed and valued
Equity
- Engage with residents where they are
- Remove barriers for participation
- Provide multiple options for participation
Accountability
- Make a plan
- Do what we say we are going to do
- Communicate how participation influences decisions
Edina Board & Commission Members Code of Ethics
• I have been entrusted by the Edina City Council to perform my duties and services as a
volunteer Board or Commission Member in manner that is always in the best interests of the
community of Edina.
• While honest differences of opinion may develop, I will work harmoniously with other Board or
Commission members to assure residents the services they require.
• I will invite all residents to express their opinions, so I may be properly informed prior to
making my decisions. I will make them based solely upon the facts available to me. I will support
the final decision of the Board or Commission.
• I must devote the time, study and thought necessary to carry out my duties.
• I understand that the Board or Commission members recommend policies, the City Council
establishes policies and the staff is responsible for administering the policies of the City Council.
• I understand that as a Board or Commission Member, I have no authority outside of the proper
meeting of the Board/Commission.
• I understand that all Board/Commission meetings shall be open to the public, except as provided
by law.
• I understand that it is my duty as a Board or Commission member to treat all residents, staff
and fellow Board and Commission members in a respectful and professional manner at all times.
• I will withdraw from discussions and decision-making actions in cases where I have a conflict of
interest and I will disclose those conflicts of interest when they arise
Other related guidelines in Edina Boards & Commissions Handbook
Conflict of Interest
Definition: any member who has a financial interest in, or who may receive a financial benefit as a result
of, any BC action or if there is potential for the appearance of conflict of interest.
Members who have a conflict of interest must:
• Disclose the conflict of interest to the group, and
• Abstain from discussing or voting on the matter.
Gifts
• Members may not receive gifts from any “interested person” in conjunction with their BC
duties.
• BC can recommend acceptance of general gifts through the City’s donation policy.
Respectful Behavior
Members should strive to:
• Treat people with courtesy, politeness and kindness.
• Encourage others to express their opinions and ideas.
• Listen to what others have to say.
• Use the ideas of others to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Recognize and respect differences.
Members should avoid:
• Speaking over or cutting off another individual’s comments.
• Insulting, disparaging or putting down people or their ideas.
• Bullying other members by displaying a pattern of belittling, demeaning, judging or patronizing
comments.
Violence or the threat of violence will not be tolerated. The Chair or the Staff Liaison can call for the
removal of any anyone who threatens or commits an act of violence.
The CITY of
EDINACity Council Ethics Policy
1.Current practices to reaffirm or revise
•Community Engagement Values
•City Council Guiding Principles
•Council Meeting Protocols
2.Topics to consider adding
1.Legal Requirements
2.Council/Staff/Commission Roles
3.Code of Ethics Statement
3.Determine Next Steps
www.EdinaMN.gov 1
The CITY of
EDINACurrent Practices
1.Community Engagement Values
2.City Council Guiding Principles
3.Council Meeting Protocols
www.EdinaMN.gov 2
The CITY of
EDINACouncil Guiding Principles
1.Working Together Effectively
2.Addressing Concerns of Residents
3.Meetings Called by Residents
4.Working with Boards and Commissions (& Task Forces)
5.Effective Meetings and Decision Making
Consider adding:
•Meetings with developers, vendors, or business interests?
www.EdinaMN.gov 3
The CITY of
EDINACouncil Meeting Typical Protocols
www.EdinaMN.gov 4
•Fri.: Packets posted online, prior to Tuesday meeting.
•By Tues. morning: Council Members email any questions and/or
plans to pull an item from consent.
•1:00 Tues. City Staff meeting to discuss questions and ensure
appropriate staff are available to respond.
•Questions and responses will be shared with all Council Members.
•Any revisions made after packet is posted are highlighted in
electronic packet.
The CITY of
EDINATopics to Consider Adding:
1.Legal Requirements
2.Council/Staff/Commission Roles
3.Code of Ethics Statement
www.EdinaMN.gov 5
The CITY of
EDINALegal Requirements
•Individual vs. Council authority
•Conflict of interest
•Gift law
•Open meeting law
•Fiduciary responsibility/confidentiality
www.EdinaMN.gov 6
The CITY of
EDINACity Roles
City Council
CommissionsStaff
www.EdinaMN.gov 7
Decide Strategy
Advise Council
(Technical analysis &
evaluation)&
Implement policy
Advise Council
(Community needs
& values)
City Council City Manager & Staff Advisory Commissions
➢Hire & supervise City
Manager
➢Approve budget and
related work plan
➢Approve ordinances and
policy decisions
➢Approve development
proposals
➢Approve variances and
rezoning requests
➢Appoint representatives
to advisory boards and
commissions
•Manage operations and
staff
•Propose budget and
policies
•Provide best efforts and
technical advice to
Council
•Carry out the will and
decisions of Council
•Deliver services
•Equitably enforce codes
& policies “All are equal
before the law”
•Proposes work plan
items
•Advises the Council
through Work Plan
“Charges”
•Holds hearings as
directed by Council
•Assists Council with
engagement efforts
www.EdinaMN.gov 8
City Roles
The CITY of
EDINACode of Ethics Statement
•Similar to Board & Commissions
www.EdinaMN.gov 9
The CITY of
EDINADetermine Next Step
A.Staff compile a first draft and distribute to Council for feedback
B.Council subcommittee
C.Facilitated work session
D.Other?
www.EdinaMN.gov 10
Date: July 16, 2019 Agenda Item #: IV.
To:Mayor and City Council Item Type:
Reports / Recommendation
From:Heidi Lee, Race & Equity Coordinator
Item Activity:
Subject:Joint Meeting: Human Rights & Relations
Commission
Discussion, Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None; discussion only.
INTRODUCTION:
The HRRC will briefly review the Commission's progress on their 2019 work plan (attached).
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2019 HRRC Work Plan with status updates
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Commission: Human Rights and Relations Commission 2019 Annual Work Plan Initiative # 1 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒☒☒☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility Q2 2019 ☐ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_1__ ☒ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ R&E 8.D. Review and comment on staff (Communications Dept) developed protocol and procedures for applying a race and equity lens to communication content. ☐ Funds not available There are not funds available for this project (explain impact of Council approving initiative in liaison comments). Lead Commissioners: Nelson/Arseneault/Jones Progress Report: 3.26.2019: Heidi follow up with Jenn B. (CTS) 4.12.19: Emailed CTS to get status and CTS is looking for GARE communications information to get introductory guidance. 5.8.19: CTS will be creating a draft of protocol and procedures for applying race and equity lens to communication content then will send HRRC to review and comment on draft. 7.2.19: Protocol and procedures draft sent to HRRC for review.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 2 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒☒☒☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility December ☐ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_1__ ☐ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ R&E 2.A. Serve on cross-commission committee to review the naming a public facility in the Grandview area after the BC and Ellen Yancey. ☒ Funds not available There are not funds available for this project (explain impact of Council approving initiative in liaison comments). Lead Commissioners: Stringer Moore/Epstein/Nelson Partners: Human Rights & Relations Commission and Parks & Recreation Commission [LEAD] Progress Report: 3/26/2019: MJ sent email to SFaus on 3.26.2019 4.12.19: Emailed SFaus and PARC sent an email on 4.9 to coordinate cross-commission meeting times. 4.23.19: HRRC met with PARC and had conversations about the scope and direction of the initiative. 5.21.19: Emailed HRRC Lead Commissioners for status update. 5.28.19: Chair will up with PARC and have discussions about initiative at joint Council Meeting 6.18.19: Cross-commissions met and HRRC members will research Yancey homestead and plans to proceed in this initiative.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 3 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒☒☒☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility December ☐ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_3__ ☐ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ R&E 18.E. Chair/co-chair a cross-commission committee (see partners) to ensure City facility artwork and décor reflects diversity of race and culture. ☒ Funds not available There are not funds available for this project (explain impact of Council approving initiative in liaison comments). Lead Commissioners: Meek/Stringer Moore/Kennedy/Moss-Keys/Jones Partners: Arts & Culture Commission, Human Rights & Relations Commission [LEAD], and Heritage Preservation Commission Progress Report: 3.26.2019 All cross commission members sent to Michelle. Gabe Aderhold (HPC), Annie Schilling (HPC) and Simon Venell (HPC). Russ Rubin (A&C), Michelle Morgan-Nelson (A&C), Hannah Klein (A&C). 4.23.19: Visioning meeting with cross commissions on 4.25.19 to discuss scope and vision. Staff liaison responded to HRRC Commissioner with guiding questions about public art. 6.24.19: Cross-commission committees going to schedule meeting at City Hall to conduct artwork/décor study in Mayor’s Conference Room & City Hall entryway.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 4 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒☒☒☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility December ☐ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☒ Staff Liaison: Hrs_3__ ☐ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ R&E 20.B. Chair/co-chair a cross-commission committee (see partners) in partnership with communities of color to identify barriers for participation in programming. ☒ Funds not available There are not funds available for this project (explain impact of Council approving initiative in liaison comments). Lead Commissioners: Edwards/Waldron/Stringer Moore/Moss-Keys Partners: Human Rights & Relations Commission [LEAD] and Parks & Recreation Commission Progress Report: 3.26.2019: All cross commission members email sent to Cindy Edwards. Julie Strother (PARC), Bryne Osborne (PARC), Brenda McCormick (PARC) on 3.26.2019 by MJL 6.13.19: HRRC and PARC in communication to schedule cross-commission meeting.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 5 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒☒☒☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility Q2 2019 ☐ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_1__ ☐ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ R&E 21.C. Review and comment on the Race and Equity policy statement developed by City staff (Parks and Recreation Dept). ☒ Funds not available Lead Commissioners: Epstein/Edwards/Arseneault/Jones Progress Report: 3.26.2019: Heidi will follow up with P&R staff: R&E #34 4.16.19: Emailed SFaus to get update on policy statement to review and comment. 5.21.19: Drafts of Race and Equity policy are being researched and created by Parks & Recreation. 5.28.19: Hold until meeting with new P&R Director on 6.18.19. 7.10.19: P&R researching/creating race and equity policy that encompasses values/purpose of policy.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 6 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒☒☒☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility August ☐ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_8__ ☐ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ Bias Offense Response Plan review to determine if the plan should be broadened to include offenses outside of the state statute’s definition of bias offense. (Review Racial Equity Recommendation 3. A.) ☒ Funds not available There are not funds available for this project (explain impact of Council approving initiative in liaison comments). Lead Commissioners: Kennedy/Nelson/Epstein/Meek Progress Report: 3.26.2019: Discussed using the last sample incident as an example using the current plan. 5.28.19: Chair Nelson will follow-up with a contact person in Eugene, OR about their Bias Offense Work.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 7 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒☒☒☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☐ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☒ Ongoing Responsibility April ☒ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_12_ ☒ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ Days of Remembrance Event ☐ Funds not available Lead Commissioners: Arseneault/Edwards/Moss-Keys/Epstein/Beringer/Waldron Progress Report: 3.26.2019: In process. Discussed pricing for Star Tribune ($650 for 5x8 ad) and Sun Current ($350 for Edina + $300 for SLP + $300 Richfield). Student Members discussed putting DOR event in Schoology. Eventbrite discussed as another promotion. 4.16.19: Press release waiting on approval and distribution on 4.18.19. DOR posters available for distribution on 4.15.19. Will meet at on 4.23.19 to look at art work and materials for DOR event. 4.28.19: Days of Remembrance Event took place, approximately 250 people attended event. Artwork from Normandale Elementary displayed at event, then two weeks in City Hall, and then will be hosted at Edina Library in June. CTS provided audio and video support for event. 5.28.19: Debrief report will be provided within the next meetings and possible considerations for larger venue for next year’s event.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 8 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒☒☒☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility October ☒ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_12_ ☒ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ Serve on a cross-commission committee (see partners) to complete requirements for Edina to receive the AARP City Designation. -Complete Walk Audit Tool Kit provided by AARP -October Senior Expo & Designation ☐ Funds not available There are not funds available for this project (explain impact of Council approving initiative in liaison comments). Lead Commissioners: Beringer/Edwards/Nelson Partners: Community Health Commission [LEAD], Human Rights & Relations Commission, Parks & Recreation Commission, Transportation Commission Progress Report: 3.26.2019: Heidi follow up with JBrown 4.15.19: JBrown sent an email to cross-commission members to coordinate meeting time. 5.10.19: CHC Chair will contact AARP to get guidance on city designation process.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 9 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒☒☒☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☐ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☒ Ongoing Responsibility December ☒ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☐ Staff Liaison: Hrs_8_ ☒ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ 2019 Tom Oye Award ☐ Funds not available Lead Commissioners: Arseneault/Kennedy/Stringer Moore Progress Report: 3.26.2019: No updates yet. Committee meeting on June 2019 5.18.19: HRRC Commissioners will meet on 6.3.19 to discuss the award criteria, eligibility, and other award details 6.18.19: Press release of application and award information on August 27. December 3, the Tom Oye recipient attend December 3 City Council Meeting. Two categories: non-student and K-12 and above student awards. Potential award presenters, awards, and promoting the award and event are being discussed.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 10 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒☒☒☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☐ New Initiative ☒ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility October ☒ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☒ Staff Liaison: Hrs_12_ ☒ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Hrs_____ Sharing Values, Sharing Communities (One Event) ☐ Funds not available Lead Commissioners: Meek/Stringer Moore/Beringer/Kennedy Progress Report: 3.26.2019: Event date on October 6 approved. Promote event on Edition Edina in September edition – email Krystal. 5.28.19: A list of topics for event has been compiled. 6.18.19: A meeting will be set up by a HRRC member plan this event.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Initiative # 11 Council Charge (Proposed Charge Completed by CM) ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒☒☒☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Target Completion Date Budget Required (Staff Liaison) Staff Support Required (Staff Liaison) Initiative Type: ☒ New Initiative ☐ Continued Initiative ☐ Ongoing Responsibility May 2019 ☐ Funds available Funds are available for this project. ☒ Staff Liaison: Hrs 20 ☐ CTS (including Video) ☐ Other Staff: Serve on a cross-commission committee (see partners) to review the Public Art Program and recommend a 3-year plan for the program. ☒ Funds not available Lead Commissioners: Kennedy/Stringer Moore/Meek Partners: Arts & Culture Commission [LEAD] and Human Rights and Relations Commission Progress Report: 3.26.2019: On 4.25 an Arts & Culture Commission visioning session with HRRC members will take place. 5.21.19: Cross-commission committee is creating strategic document that includes three-year public initiative that includes cross-commission committee mission, roles, and activities. 5.28.19: HRRC waiting for notes from Art Visioning meeting. Chair will send an email to ACC Chair to follow-up. 6.18.19: ACC Members will be attending July 16 HRRC meeting to discuss the current progress of this initiative.
Approved by Council 12/4/18 HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS COMMISSION Parking Lot: (These items have been considered by the BC, but not proposed as part of this year’s work plan. If the BC decides they would like to work on them in the current year, it would need to be approved by Council.) School District Partnership (Stringer Moore/Meek)