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Date:Thursday, March 28, 2024
Time:6:00 p.m.
Location:Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting
Public Comments: Public comments may be submitted to the Human Relations Commission in the
following ways:
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meeting at the time and location specified on this agenda to make your comments. Each
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Human Relations Commission, 276 Fourth Ave, Chula Vista, CA, 91910.
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available to the Board and the public.
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contacting the Human Relations Commission at HRC@chulavistaca.gov (California Relay Service is
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Pages
1.CALL TO ORDER
2.ROLL CALL
Commissioners Diaz, Gomez, Hodge, Holm, Lares-Urquidez, Olaoye, Pajanor,
Redondo, Vice-Chair Kean-Ayub, Chair Branch
3.CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered and acted upon by one
motion. Anyone may request an item be removed for separate consideration. If you
wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it
to the Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the
instructions on page one of this agenda.
Recommended Action:
Commission approve consent calendar.
3.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes 5
Approval of the February 22, 2024 Meeting Minutes
Recommended Action:
Commission approve minutes.
3.2 Written Communications 9
Communication from Commissioner Pajanor requesting an excused
absence from the March 28,2024 Human Relations Commission meeting.
Recommended Action:
Commission approve request for excused absence.
4.PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons may address the Commission on any subject matter within the
Commission’s jurisdiction that is not listed as an item on the agenda. State law
generally prohibits the Commission from discussing or taking action on any issue
not included on the agenda, but, if appropriate, the Commission may schedule the
topic for future discussion or refer the matter to staff. If you wish to speak on any
item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior
to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions on page one of
this agenda.
5.ACTION ITEMS
The Item(s) listed in this section of the agenda will be considered individually by the
Commission and are expected to elicit discussion and deliberation. If you wish to
speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the
Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions
on page one of this agenda.
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5.1 Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Proposed Changes to the
Functions and Duties of the Human Relations Commission
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Referral made by Councilmember Preciado requesting feedback from the
Commission regarding his proposed changes to the function and duties of
the Human Relations Commission, as stated in section 2.36.030 of the
Chula Vista Municipal Code.
Recommended Action:
Commission discuss, make recommendations, and take action as
appropriate.
5.2 Updates, Discussion, and Possible Action Regarding Ad-Hoc
Subcommittees
1. Kumeyaay Park Event Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
Members: Chair Branch, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner
Diaz
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2. Law Enforcement Review Board Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
Members: Chair Branch, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub and Commissioner
Diaz
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3. 2025 Events Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
Members: Commissioners Hodge, Olaoye, Redondo•
4. Pride Flag Raising Event Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
Members: Vice-Chair Kean-Ayub and Commissioner Diaz•
5. Juneteenth Flag Raising Event Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
Members: Chair Branch, Commissioners Lares-Urquidez and
Olaoye
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Recommended Action:
Commission discuss, make recommendations, and take action as
appropriate
OTHER BUSINESS
6.STAFF COMMENTS
7.CHAIR'S COMMENTS
8.COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
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9.ADJOURNMENT
to the regular meeting on April 25, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Materials provided to the Human Relations Commission related to any open-
session item on this agenda are available for public review by contacting Human
Relations Commission staff at hrc@chulavistaca.gov
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
February 22, 2024, 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
Present: Chair Branch, Commissioner Diaz, Commissioner Gomez,
Commissioner Hodge, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner
Holm, Commissioner Lares-Urquidez, Commissioner Olaoye,
Commissioner Pajanor
Absent: Commissioner Redondo
Also Present: Adrianna Hernandez, Karla Mendez
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Human Relations Commission of the City of Chula Vista
was called to order at 6:04 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located in City Hall,
276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
2. ROLL CALL
Secretary Mendez called the roll.
Commissioner Diaz joined the meeting at 6:13 pm.
Commissioner Olaoye joined the meeting at 6:10 pm.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Two e-comments submitted:
- Robert Johnson
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- Margaret Baker
Two emails received:
- Robert Johnson
- Robert Johnson
One request to speak:
- Robert Johnson
4. ACTION ITEMS
4.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes
Moved by Commissioner Pajanor
Seconded by Commissioner Olaoye
Commission approve minutes.
Yes (7): Chair Branch, Commissioner Hodge, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub,
Commissioner Holm, Commissioner Lares-Urquidez, Commissioner
Olaoye, and Commissioner Pajanor
Result: Carried (7 to 0)
4.2 Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Commission Participation
at South Bay Earth Day
Staff Liaison Adrianna Hernandez and Secretary Karla Mendez introduced
the item and discussion ensued.
4.3 Discussion and Possible Action on a Request to City Council for
Commission Business Cards
Staff Liaison Adrianna Hernandez introduce the item. Commissioners
discussed the request for Commission business cards.
Moved by Chair Branch
Seconded by Commissioner Hodge
Commission to request business cards that are not personalized.
Yes (6): Chair Branch, Commissioner Hodge, Commissioner Holm,
Commissioner Lares-Urquidez, Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner
Pajanor
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Abstain (2): Commissioner Diaz, and Vice Chair Kean-Ayub
Result: Carried (6 to 0)
4.4 Updates, Discussion, and Possible Action Regarding Ad-Hoc
Subcommittees
Staff Liaison Adrianna Hernandez introduced the item.
The Kumeyaay Park Event Ad-Hoc Subcommittee had nothing to report
and the run of show for the event was discussed.
The 2025 Ad-Hoc Subcommittee reported back to the commission with a
list of events and discussion ensued with subsequent action.
Moved by Commissioner Diaz
Seconded by Commissioner Pajanor
Commission requested that the 2025 Events Ad-Hoc Subcommittee create
two lists of events. One list of possible events that the commission might
endorse or promote. Second list would include events that the commission
would be active participants such as planning the event, attending the
event, and speaking at the event.
Yes (8): Chair Branch, Commissioner Diaz, Commissioner Hodge, Vice
Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Holm, Commissioner Lares-Urquidez,
Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Pajanor
Result: Carried (8 to 0)
Moved by Commissioner Diaz
Seconded by Commissioner Lares-Urquidez
Refer item back to the 2025 Ad-Hoc Subcommittee to consider the
creation of the observance of European Heritage Month as observed by
the Department of Defense sub agencies and to be commemorated by city
in name only, on the website, and/or raising the flag of the European
Union.
Yes (8): Chair Branch, Commissioner Diaz, Commissioner Hodge, Vice
Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Holm, Commissioner Lares-Urquidez,
Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Pajanor
Result: Carried (8 to 0)
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OTHER BUSINESS
5. STAFF COMMENTS
Staff Liaison Adrianna Hernandez announced the referral made by
Councilmember Preciado suggesting changes to the functions and duties of the
Commission. Councilmember Preciado requested formal feedback from the
Commission on his suggested changes. Item will be on the agenda for next
Human Relations Commission meeting.
6. CHAIR'S COMMENTS
7. COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
8. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:53 p.m.
Minutes prepared by: Karla Mendez Secretary
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Karla Mendez, Secretary
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Request for Excused Absence Form – 6/19
REQUEST FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
City of Chula Vista Boards, Commissions, and Committees
Name: _________________________________________________ Date of Absence: _________________________________
Board/Commission/Committee: _________________________________________________________________________________
Chula Vista Municipal Code section 2.25.110 (C) allows board/commission/committee members, by a
majority vote, to excuse a fellow board, commission, or committee member’s absence from a meeting for any
of the reasons listed below. A member who is absent from three consecutive, regular meetings will be
deemed to have vacated his or her membership, unless the member’s absence is excused by a
majority vote of the other members. An absence is only recorded as “excused” upon receipt of a member’s
request and majority vote of the board/commission/committee to excuse the absence. Accordingly, if you
have been absent from a regular meeting, please complete and submit this form to the chair or secretary.
Please indicate the reason for the absence:
1. Illness of the member, family member of the member, or personal friend of the member;
2. Business commitment of the member that interferes with the attendance of the member at a meeting;
3. Previously scheduled vacation of the member, notice of which was provided to the respective board
or commission in advance of the meeting;
4. Attendance of the member at a funeral, religious service or ceremony, wedding, or other similarly
significant event;
5. Unexpected, emergency situation that prohibits the member’s attendance; or
6. Other reason for which the member has given notice to the secretary of his or her unavailability at
least seven days in advance of the meeting.
OR
The absence was not for any of the above-listed reasons. I understand that the absence will be recorded
as unexcused.
I certify the reason for the absence indicated above is true and correct.
Member’s Signature: __________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________________
If completed by secretary or staff to board/commission/committee:
Completed on member’s behalf by: _____________________________, per member’s Verbal Written request
on: _________________.
(date)
(secretary/liaison’s name)
Appaswamy "Vino" Pajanor March 28, 2024
Human Relations Commission
March 4, 2024
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Chapter 2.36 CVMC, Human Relations Commission Page 1 of 5
The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3562, passed January 9, 2024.
Chapter 2.36
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION*
Sections:
2.36.010 Creation.
2.36.020 Purpose and intent.
2.36.030 Functions and duties.
2.36.040 Membership.
2.36.050 Funding.
2.36.060 Meeting frequency.
* For statutory authority for cities to act on behalf of interracial, interethnic and interreligious peace, see Gov. Code
§ 50261, et seq.
2.36.010 Creation.
There is created a Human Relations Commission. The provisions of Article VI of the City Charter,
Chapter 2.25 CVMC and this chapter shall govern this Commission. (Ord. 3405 § 1, 2017; Ord. 3211
§ 10, 2011; Ord. 1857 § 1, 1979; Ord. 1120 § 1; prior code § 1.4.2).
2.36.020 Purpose and intent.
A. It is the purpose and intent of the City Council to redefine and broaden the duties and functions
of the Human Relations Commission as an advisory body, to make recommendations and offer
advice to the Mayor, City Council and the City Manager on the rights of every inhabitant of the City
of Chula Vista and in the improvement and effectiveness of the interrelationships between the
various groups based on race, religion, color, ancestry, socioeconomic, age, sex (including gender
identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation, place of
birth, citizenship/immigration status, marital status, military service, disability, medical condition,
genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local
laws of citizens forming the social body of the City and to advise the City on how it may best proceed
in the realization of its stated goals to support a healthy community, strong and secure
neighborhoods and a connected community as it seeks to promote ways in which the community
welcomes and embraces its diversity and safeguards equal opportunity for everyone and to
accomplish, among other things:
1. The development of a mutual understanding and respect among all such groups in the City
and to help eliminate prejudice and discrimination;
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The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3562, passed January 9, 2024.
2. The establishment and maintenance of contacts with groups in the community which are
concerned with protection of civil liberties of all people, resolution of conflict, and interracial and
intercultural understanding, and to report to the Mayor, City Council and City Manager regarding
the activities of these groups;
3. The promotion of new and improved programs of services to all local citizens in cooperation
with peer boards and commissions as well as the City Manager to increase intergroup relations
and harmony;
4. The encouragement of citizen participation in local government by providing a forum for
discussion as a means of resolving community relationship problems;
5. The protection and strengthening of the rights of all groups to ensure the enjoyment of their
constitutional privileges and the elimination thereby of prejudice, discrimination or bigotry in this
community;
6. The advancement of programs to assist senior citizens in the realization and satisfaction of
their needs and other social concerns;
7. The encouragement of policies and programs to fully integrate persons with disabilities into
the mainstream of community life in the City;
8. The encouragement of the Mayor, City Council, City Manager and all officers, agencies,
boards, departments, and employees of the City of Chula Vista to take steps to enhance peace
and good order, and provide equal opportunity for and good will toward all people;
9. Prepare a written report of its activities to the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager
annually to include summaries of recommendation for development of policies, procedures and
legislation deemed to be necessary.
B. It is the intent of the City Council to create healthy, enlightened attitudes, policies and practices
by establishing this Commission as an official body, not primarily as an enforcement or audit agency,
but as a commission which will conduct careful surveys, advise intelligently, and use the tools of
education and motivation to the realization of the objectives stated herein, which are the fulfillment of
democracy’s promises and realization of constitutional guarantees. (Ord. 3405 § 1, 2017; Ord. 3211 § 10,
2011; Ord. 2543 § 1, 1993; Ord. 1909 § 1, 1980; Ord. 1857 § 1, 1979; Ord. 1120 § 1; prior code § 1.4.1).
2.36.030 Functions and duties.
In cooperation with other relevant boards and commissions and the Chief’s Community Advisory
Board, the Human Relations Commission shall perform the following duties and functions:
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The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3562, passed January 9, 2024.
A. Foster mutual understanding, respect and good will among all groups identified in CVMC
2.36.020(A);
B. The first duty of the Commission shall be to assist the City, by completing all required steps, to
become a Certified Welcoming City;
BC. Enlist the cooperation of the various groups, fraternal and benevolent associations and other
groups in Chula Vista in programs and campaigns devoted to eliminating group prejudice,
intolerance, bigotry and discrimination;
CD. Study the problems in the event of civil unrest and examine the causes;
DE. Study, review, analyze, and report to the Mayor, City Council and the City Manager the studies
of state and federal agencies, and legislative enactments of state and federal governments,
including but not limited to the several civil rights acts of the United States government and the state;
EF. Work together with City, state and federal agencies in developing programs and events
showing the contributions of the various groups to the culture and traditions of the City, state and
nation, with support from the Office of the City Manager:;
1. Recognize on annual basis City of Chula Vista residents who contribute to improved
human relations among all Chula Vistans. The commission shall recommend Chula Vista
residents for this honor following a nomination and selection process and resolution by
the commission. The honorees will be recognized at a regularly scheduled meeting of the
City Council in the month of September.
2. Sponsor in partnership with Office of the Mayor and City Council: Black History Month,
Women’s History Month, Asian/Pacific Islander Month, Jewish American Month, Arab-
American Month, Disability Awareness Month, Pride Month, Hispanic Heritage Month,
Filipino American Month, and Native American Month.
3. Sponsor in partnership with the Office of the Mayor and City Council significant days of
celebration through official ceremony to be held at City Hall Complex at six pm to
include- Memorial Day Celebration, Veterans Day Celebration, Pride Flag Raising Day,
Juneteenth Flag Raising, Kumeyaay Heritage Celebration on Indigenous Peoples Day,
Youth Day, and Seniors Day.
4. Cosponsor with the Office of the Mayor and City Council the annual 4th of July
Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Program
1.5. Acknowledge through the Human Relations Commission City Website Page important
dates of major faith traditions through a calendar. Include brief narratives that inform
Chula Vista residents about such traditions.
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The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3562, passed January 9, 2024.
FG. Promote the establishment of local community organizations in building and strengthening
relationships with community groups and nonprofits; In recognition of the growing community of
unhoused Chula Vista residents promote understanding, cooperation and general support for the
well-being of this community.
GH. Work with relevant boards and commissions, including the Chief’s Community Advisory Board
Office of the Police Chief, as needed to explore ways to improve municipal services and community
relations within the scope of the Commission’s purpose as stated in CVMC 2.36.020(A);
HI. Advise the City Council and the City Manager of policies and programs of a formal and informal
nature that will aid in eliminating all types of discrimination based on race, religion, color, creed,
national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, place of birth,
citizenship/immigration status, marital status, or military service, and secure the furnishing of equal
services to all residents and maintain the quality of opportunity for employment and advancement in
the City government.
The Commission shall be advisory in its function, and shall have no police or enforcement powers. It
shall issue no reports or recommendations except through the City Council and the City Manager.
(Ord. 3405 § 1, 2017; Ord. 3211 § 10, 2011; Ord. 2543 § 2, 1993; Ord. 1909 § 2, 1980; Ord. 1857 § 1, 1979; Ord.
1120 § 1; prior code § 1.4.3).
2.36.040 Membership.
A. The Human Relations Commission shall consist of 151 Voting Members and one Youth Advisory
Member. Each City Council Member will nominate three members that reside in their respective
districts, and the Mayor will nominate three at-large Chula Vista residents and the Youth Advisory
Member , to be appointed in accordance with Article VI of the City Charter, Chapter 2.25 CVMC, and
this chapter.
B. The Members shall be: (1) representative of the diversity of the City; (2) specifically chosen to
reflect the interests and concern with protection of civil liberties of all people which make up the
City’s residents; (3) committed to fostering better human relations in the City of Chula Vista; and (4)
associated with the business and/or civic activities of the City. (Ord. 3539 § 1(E), 2022; Ord. 3405 § 1,
2017; Ord. 3211 § 10, 2011).
2.36.050 Funding.
In the event that private funds or funds from other governmental agencies are made available for
special projects, surveys, educational programs or general program support, the City Manager is
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The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3562, passed January 9, 2024.
authorized, upon recommendation of the Commission and approval of the Council, to enter into
appropriate contracts for the utilization of such funds in furtherance of the purposes and intent of,
and the duties and functions of, the Commission. (Ord. 3405 § 1, 2017; Ord. 3211 § 10, 2011; Ord. 1857 § 1,
1979; Ord. 1120 § 1; prior code § 1.4.4).
2.36.060 Meeting frequency.
The Commission’s meeting schedule shall include at least one regular meeting per month, at the
day, time, and location established by written resolution of the Commission. (Ord. 3435 § 1, 2018).
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