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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 9, 2012 Ccty o~ Minutes/Meeting Summary i;i Advisory Committee on Diversity Thursday, February 9, 2012 PI KERI G 7:00 pm Pickering Civic Complex, Main Committee Room Attendees: Kirk Mark, Chair Kevin Ashe, Councillor, Ward 1 Carlisle Miller, Community Appointee Catherine Reidt, Co-Chair Jody Morris, City of Pickering L. Roberts, Recording Secretary Absent: Devinder Panesar, Community Appointee Jacob Yacoumidis, Community Appointee Preet Panesar, Dunbarton High School Christy Harper, Pickering Public Library Margaret Lazarus, Valley Farm Public School Neha Mohan, VP, (YOU)nity, Pine Ridge High School Fred Gibson, Pickering Carib Canadian Cultural Association Alma Sandoval, Hispanic Canadian Alliance of Ontario Keith Richards, DRPS Misha Biswas, President, (YOU)nity, Pine Ridge High School Alysha Singh, Secretary of YOU)nity, Pine Ridge High School Item/ Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items/Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome & Introductions Kirk Mark K. Mark welcomed everyone to the meeting and introductions were made around the table for the benefit of guests present. Two additional items were added to the agenda. 2.0 Delegations Durham College J. Morris introduced Nicole Doyle, Professor, Justice & Emergency Services, Legal Research, Durham College appeared before the Durham College who appeared before the Committee to provide a second research proposal for the community survey. Some of the challenges were discussed regarding the nature of compiling reports as well as the research involved. She explained that the student's course is now complete. Copies of the proposal were provided to members, which included a copy of the proposed survey. She noted the first proposal focused more on demographics and Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 engagement. A discussion period ensued with the following questions and comments discussed; • What number of residents would the survey be sent to • Options for forwarding the survey - email vs. on line survey • Follow up with focus group • Identify barriers - recognize what barriers youth face that would prevent them from engaging in community events • Look at what programs are available to minority youth • Main focus should be on programming and getting youth involved • Discussed the term "minority" - suggest "racialized communities " for better terminology • Identify barriers- come together • Minority vs. majority- needs to be about shared vision • Will method address inter sectional analysis • Timeframes for survey possibly mid-April • Determine source of funds - could be worked out with the possibility of grants, etc. • Would the study encompass various age groups and address age related issues J. Morris suggested the City of Pickering could circulate a post card with a link to the website for the survey. It was suggested the next step would be for the Committee to review and discuss both proposals over the next month. J. Morris suggested the City could administer the survey with the students doing the analysis. The possibility of obtaining a co-op student was also discussed. A detailed discussion ensued with respect to various places to promote the survey as well as budgets. It was noted the printing of the survey could be done in house. It was suggested the survey be launched in May with the collection of data taking place over a 4 month period. It was noted the greatest time involvement would be in putting together the questions and analyzing the data. It was recommended that time be set aside at the next meeting to go through all the questions and made decisions. This is to L. Roberts to action be included as an agenda item for the next meeting. J. Morris informed the members that she would let Nicole know J. Morris to action it was the consensus of the Committee for us to do the data Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 collection, with students doing analysis. 3.0 Agendas & Minutes Approval of agenda with two additional items Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by C. Reidt Carried i Moved by C. Reidt Seconded by C. Miller That the minutes of the January 12, 2012 meeting of the Diversity Committee be approved. Carried Business Arising from Minutes Councillor Ashe commended K. Mark on his presentation to Council in January on the Committee's annual report and 2012 work plan. 4.0 Correspondence 4.1)Lincoln Alexander Awards Discussion ensued with respect to potential nominations. Moved by C. Reidt Seconded by C. Miller That J. Morris be authorized to prepare the nomination papers for submission for the nominations suggested by the Committee J. Morris to action for the Lincoln Alexander Awards. 4.2) Proclamations J. Morris informed the Committee that Mayor Ryan had proclaimed February as Black History Month. 5.0 New Business 5.1) Event Updates J. Morris provided an update with respect to the Heritage Day event to be held on February 25t". She noted K. Mark would be unavailable to attend. It was the consensus of the Committee for C. Reidt to attend as MC for the event with Councillor Ashe assisting. J. Morris advised that she would provide speaking notes for the day and also revise the agenda to reflect the J. Morris to action rage 3 CORP0228-2/02 I changes in speakers. C. Miller also confirmed his attendance for that day. J. Morris provided an overview of the booths and performers confirmed for the day as well as the itinerary. She noted the various methods which have been undertaken for advertising the event. C. Miller suggested participating in the Farmer's J. Morris to action j Market event which takes place at the Pickering Town Centre. J. Morris to look into this. Diversity Forum J. Morris provided an update with respect to the Diversity Forum taking place on March 21St. She noted she had not heard back from Honourable David Onley's office as yet, but that it was still a possibility at this point. It was questioned whether we could have two speakers and). Morris noted she would invite Spyder Jones as well. She noted the winners have all been selected at this point and the letters had gone out today. She noted the invitations need to be sent out this week, and would keep in touch with D. J. Morris to action Onley's office to try to confirm by the end of the week. fYOUlnity Camp J. Morris noted the flyer has been put together for the camp which is being held on March 13th and 14th. She noted they would be meeting again on Monday to go over further details. Youth & Seniors Engagement K. Mark brought forward a suggestion for the Committee to think about having students become involved in an outreach program with seniors. He noted the number of long term care residences within the City of Pickering and felt with the aging population, there may be some way to become involved as a Committee. It was recommended this item be placed on the next agenda for L. Roberts to action further discussion. 6.0 Next Meeting & Adjournment The next meeting will be held on March 8, 2012 Meeting Adjourned: 8:52 pm Copy: City Clerk Page 4 CORP0228-2/02