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(1) Discuss and Share Comments on the Hate Crimes Report and Community Conversation Held on May 14, 2021; and (2) Provide Direction to Staff if Deemed Appropriate
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Meeting Date: May 25, 2021
Contact Person/Dept: Mily C. Huntley/Administrative Services Department
Phone Number: (310) 253-5640
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [X] General Fund: Yes [] No [X]
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [X] Attachments: []
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas- City Council (05/20/2021); (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas- Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee (05/20/2021); (E-Mail) All City Staff (05/20/2021)
Department Approval: Serena Wright, Assistant City Manager (05/20/2021)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee (EHRAC) discuss and share comments on the Hate Crimes Report and Community Conversation held on May 14, 2021; and (2) provide direction to staff if deemed appropriate.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
On May 14, 2021, the EHRAC held an informational virtual special event entitled ‘The Rise of Hate Crimes & Target Groups’, presented by Mr. Marshall Wong, the principal author of the Los Angeles Commission on Human Relations’ annual report on hate crimes. At the May 25, 2021 regular meeting EHRAC members and the public will have the opportunity to express further thoughts on Mr. Wong’s presentation.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no fiscal impact associated with this Agenda item.
ATTACHMENTS
1. None
MOTION
That the Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee:
1. Discuss and/or comment on the Rise of Hate Crimes and Target Group presentation and community conversation held on May 14, 2021;
2. Provide further direction to staff if deemed appropriate.