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HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION MEETING
�. TU ES DAY, Apri I 25, 2000
Meeting was called to order at 7:08 P.M. The following members were present, Jason
Glaw, Sue Becker, Kari Horsch, Val Hobson, Linda Wolff, Pat Buhrman, Jose Lagunas,
and Gwen Doolan. Excused absences, Werner Ellmann, Julie Babenko. Late Gail
Wolfineyer.
Approval of Minutes
Horsch made a motion to approve minutes as read, seconded by Becker. Motion
carried unanimously.
Old Business
Buhrman reported on the April 7th Managing Diversity Conference sponsored by the
Northeastern Plan Commission. It was attended by Buhrman, Ellmann, and several
other members of various McHenry County H.R.C. members. The conference offered
many insights into planning for a diverse population.
There was a discussion regarding the plans for the June 6th Town Hall Meeting on
Racism sponsored by the Governor's Commission on Discrimination and Hate Crimes.
� The motion was made by Hobson to provide no more than $100.00 to cover the cost of
a light dinner buffet prior to the meeting, seconded by Becker. Motion carried
unanimously. It was decided to contact Perry Moy from Plum Garden and Tacos EI
Norte for further information on catering services. Buhrman related the fact that all the
invitations from the McHenry Human Relations Commission had been sent out.
Glaw made a motion to ask for the cities support for a web page, seconded by
Wolfineyer. Motion carries unanimously.
New Business
Julia Biel Claussen, Director of C.A.H.M.C.O. ( Corporation for Affordable Homes of
McHenry County) spoke about the need for affordable homes in the area. It was
created in 1995 by several social service agencies who worked with low income
families. They have helped 59 families purchase their first homes through their First
Time Home buyers Program. They do not have any programs in place presently for
renters, they refer people to the McHenry County Housing Authority. Ms. Claussen
provided us a lot to think about.
Public Participation
Bill Buhrman of the McHenry Plan Commission and T.P. Matthews spoke about the
need for more low cost housing in our community.
�-- Adiournment
Wolf made motion to adjourn at 8:08 seconded by Becker. Motion carried
unanimously.