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HomeMy WebLinkAboutESJ 2017-06-01 MinutesI. Call to Order 5:17 pm II. Roll Call Joan Hernandez Dat Tran Nancy Coogan Aaron Dragonov Kathy Hougardy Guests: Karl Henry Ekua Monkah Learly Labanlic Staff: Mia Navarro III. Approval of Agenda The group approved the agenda by consensus. IV. Approval of Minutes, May 4, 2017 Joan made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Nancy seconded. The motion passed. V. Guest Presentation: Foster High School Student Project — Flags on TIB and Documentary Foster High School juniors Ekua Monkah and Leary Labanlic presented information on a proposed project to produce a documentary about students' stories, and installing international flags on Tukwila International Boulevard. Two other students, seniors Serena Nget and Daniel Humkey are also part of this project. The students were inspired by the results of the election to find ways to make their voices heard, promote inclusivity, show pride in diversity. The documentary would include a history of Tukwila, incorporate the stories of immigrant and refugee families and students, tell the story of what is happening for students at home, and discuss the need for improving the community (crime, violence, inequities, prostitution, etc.). The documentary would include many different languages so students can tell their stories in the way that's most comfortable for them. The Commission expressed support for the documentary, and stressed the importance of telling all the stories of Tukwila, both old and new. Once the students have their plan more fleshed out, they will be looking for help with funding, professional filmmaking, advertising, and a way to share the documentary. They are thinking of premiering the film at the Tukwila Village grand opening. The goal for completion of the film is Spring 2018. The goal for the flag project is to install all 230 country flags on Tukwila International Boulevard on flag poles. They are thinking of starting with the 80+ flags represented by Foster families, and including a plaque for each pole with the country name and motto. The motto of the project is, "Today we stand, tomorrow we unite." The group wants to make this an official group and leave a legacy for the future. The Commission again expressed support, encouraged the students to meet with the Tukwila Historical Society and gave grant ideas. Leary also mentioned that one funding idea is to have the different cultural committees sponsor their flag's installation. Kathy recommended next steps to the students: • Submit a funding request to the Commission once all the details are in place. • Present to Commission again when plan is in place, perhaps September. • The Commission will help set up a presentation to the City Council. • Mia will send the funding request form to the students. VI. Unfinished Business a. Bylaws Discussion. The group decided to postpone the bylaws discussion to a future meeting. b. Membership. We still need a student, 2 employees, 1 resident/business representative, and 1 representative from the educational field. The question remains of whether or not students should vote. The students present were split about that. VII. New Business a. Summer Meetings. The group decided to cancel the July meeting due to staff and Commission absences. Mia will check for a quorum before the August 3rd meeting. VIII. Reports of Commissioners and Staff/Announcements Mia updated the group on the Equity Policy. It is currently being revised in advance of going to the Finance Committee. Will have an update at the next meeting. Mia also updated the group on the high school internship program. We will have at least 6 summer interns. Joan asked the group to begin looking for her replacement. Joan's term ends December 31, 2017, and she will not seek reappointment. Kathy reported that she has some prospective parent members. IX. Agenda for Next Meeting • Bylaws or Student Presentation • Equity Policy Update X. Adjournment The group adjourned by consensus at 6:26 pm.