Chaska Human Rights Commission Meeting 10.23.25

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Latino Voices guest presentation and budget request

Treasurer's report

Approval of minutes from August 28th, 2025

Dr. King and Human Rights celebration planning

Human Rights award nominations

Celebrate India event updates and Lions Club funding

Votes (4)

Adopt the agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Brick

Approve $845 funding for Latino Voices

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Jennifer · Seconded by Hana

Approve treasurer's report

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Martin · Seconded by Not specified

Approve August 28th minutes

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Hana · Seconded by Britt

Notable Quotes (2)

Having them as a partner of our events... allows them to see law enforcement in a different light. In a light that's more approachable.

Gracia Losano
Community-Police RelationsDiscussing the partnership between the Latino community and the Chaska Police Department.

It sticks with them. Like cuz every year we repeat the stories. And even though she didn't get to meet hers, she knew what kind of person my grandma was.

Evelyn Hassan
Cultural identityReflecting on how the ofrenda helps her children connect with deceased ancestors.

People (5)

Chair CarlsonChair

Leads the Chaska Human Rights Commission meeting and moderates presentations.

Melanie ColemanCase worker and programs director

Provides details on programs and organizational operations.

Evelyn HassanCase worker and data manager

Shared a personal story about her grandmother to illustrate the cultural importance of the ofrenda.

EliseNot stated

Handles roll call and administrative reports.

Places Mentioned

Chaska Human Rights Commission meeting roomChaska Event CenterStreet mall (former project site)MexicoMinneapolisDistrict 112

Events & Meetings (5)

  • October 23rd, 2025 - Chaska Human Rights Commission Meeting
  • October 24th, 2025 - Katrina Festival event
  • October 28th, 2025 - Start of the ofrenda multi-day tradition
  • August 28th, 2025 - Previous commission meeting date
  • January 2026 - Planned Dr. King and Human Rights celebration
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Chaska Human Rights Commission Meeting 10.23.25 - Chaska Recorder