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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-03-08 Committee on the Status of Women Minutes COMMITTEE ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN Friday March 8, 10:00 a.m. Parker Ranch Broiler – Kamuela, HI PRESENT EXCUSED Kim Schneider Linda Ugalde Katie Nova Elena Cabatu (ex-officio) Nancy Kelly Molly Stebbins (ex-officio) Farrah-Marie Gomes Brooke Derby GUEST Mele Spencer Hazel Beck – Hawai‘i Small Business Carol Kitaoka Development Center I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 10:11 a.m. II. ROLL CALL A quorum was present. III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Nancy Kelly moved to approve to agenda as submitted. Brooke Derby seconded the motion. The motion was passed. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES th The following corrections to the February 8 minutes were made: On page 1, in regards to Robert’s Rule of Order, removed “only” so that the sentence ends …for the approval of minutes and treasurer’s report sections of the meeting. On page 3, A. 5. Essay Contest, edited statements regarding correct amount requested: there are more winners and prizes so she requested to increase the essay budget. Carol Kitaoka moved to increase the budget to $3,310 to accommodate the extra prizes. On page 4, D. B. Mentoring, changed roll to “role” and models in Brooklyn to “Berkley”. The minutes were approved as corrected. V. TREASURER’S REPORT Nancy Kelly provided the following report. According to the last expenditure report, $4,188 has been spent on the essay contest so far. Carol Kitaoka clarified that that amount reflects only what has been spent. The event includes paid attendance by guests, which will be deposited into the account. The next report will provide a better idea about the overall expense for the essay contest. 1 Encumbered funds for the essay contest include:  $950 for gift cards for the teachers and winners.  $3,238.60 for the hotel, which includes the cost for lunch. A question was raised about encumbered funds. Nancy clarified that encumbered funds are funds that haven’t actually been spent yet and it is possible that the entire amounts encumbered aren’t actually spent. Those funds remain in the account for possible use toward other purposes. A follow up question was raised about what we intend to do with any funds left unexpended. Kimberly Schneider suggested looking at the needs of the committee’s projects as we go along since there are some other things that are coming up throughout the year. Nancy Kelly reported that the committee’s budget for next year got reduced by $2,000. The County is, right now, really tight with the revenue projection being flat. Unless the council is going to approve some sort of increase in revenue, we will not be able to get more money. Compared to other committees, CSW is fortunate because we have some money for projects. The total budget for next year will be $8,500.00 Nancy Kelly reported that at a previous meeting, the funds for Travel and Conference as well as Hall of Fame had been zeroed out. There appears to be $1,220 available for radio spots if the committee would like to fund radio ads. Katie Nova mentioned that we will have expenditures for other projects like mentoring. If we’re not doing the Hall of Fame and we can’t afford Teen Dating Violence, we can consider doing smaller activities. On the topic of mentoring, Nancy Kelly stated that there’s $500 allocated for mentoring, none of which has been spent yet. Farrah-Marie Gomes obtained money for Urgent Services Directory last month and will need vendor information prior to production to make the payment. This frees up about $400 to be used toward other committee activities. Farrah-Marie Gomes inquired about when we need to make final spending decisions for this year’s budget since the fiscal year ends soon on June 30, 2013. While no specific answer was provided, the committee is encouraged to make funding decisions soon. Treasurer’s report accepted. After the Treasurer’s report was accepted, Kimberly Schneider had the committee members, including Hazel Beck who is interested in becoming a member, introduce themselves and also officially welcomed Brooke Derby, a new member. VI. STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC None VII. CORRESPONDENCE None 2 VIII. REPORTS A. Liaison 1. Legislative Update Nancy Kelly provided an update from a written report sent by Elena Cabatu since she was not able to attend the meeting.  The Emergency Contraception bill is advancing. It looks promising and the State Commission and the Women’s Coalition are optimistic.  The Bill Relating to Hospital Emergency Compassionate Care for Sexual Assault Victims advanced and crossed over to the Senate and has been referred to the Health and Judiciary committees. House Bill No. HB 411 HD 2 went to the Health and Judiciary Committee.  Kim Schneider reported that the Bill, status of the Bill and testimonies can be found on the legislature website: capital.hawaii.gov  Testimonies have already been submitted by Health Department, medical associations  There has been some negative testimony from the Catholic church  Cathy Bett’s testimony was great. She stated that most of the victims are under 18 years old who are not being given the information about this being available so that’s basically what this bill is all about.  Kim Schneider prepared a testimony draft on behalf of the committee. If anyone on the committee wants to write in support of this Bill, Kim has a basic layout for this. She read the testimony she wrote.  Katie Nova suggested that we send a copy to Molly for review. She also suggested that we say more about what our committee is about on the testimony; that we represent the entire island of Hawai`i, people come from all parts of the island comprised of representatives from all districts.  Farrah-Marie Gomes asked if we have a mission statement, which we could use. Upon locating the statement, Kim will include in the testimony.  Nancy Kelly suggested that we send a copy to the Mayor’s Office and the Prosecutor’s Office out of courtesy since we’re appointed by the Mayor and under the Prosecutor’s Office, just so that they are aware of what we are supporting.  Kim Schneider will send copies to Lee Watanabe to be distributed after it is approved by Molly.  Nancy Kelly moved that we submit Kim’s testimony.  It was approved by the committee that Kim will write the testimony.  Farrah-Marie Gomes pointed out the opportunity to connect with our Big Island delegation who are on these two committees that introduced this Bill. Rep. Hanohano is in the House and the Sen. Green is in the Senate. On behalf of the Committee, Brooke Derby volunteered to send a copy to Hanohano and Green once it’s approved.  3 B. Health 1. Women’s Health Month No report 2. Teen Dating Violence and Pregnancy Prevention Radio Ads Nancy Kelly reported for Elena Cabatu who could not attend the meeting.  Hoping to run the radio ads after Spring Break and around the end of the school year. Four spots will be rotating; girl and boy spots on teen dating violence prevention and girl/aunty and boy/uncle spots encouraging healthy relationships and safe sex education. The boy/uncle spot is the final spot needing to be produced. A boy from Kamehameha Schools has been identified to do the spot with Earl Betts from Daddy Boot Camp as the uncle. A total of $3,500 has been secured. The Commission needs to vote on the Committee’s proposed trade of covering the cost of printing the Urgent Services Directory through Farrah’s organization and transferring the Commission’s approved $1,500 for the Urgent Services Directory to boosting the total “pot” for the ads to $5,000. This would be sufficient amount to saturate the airwaves.  Farrah-Marie Gomes reported that at last month’s meeting, part of the minutes was that Elena Cabatu wanted to clarify that the appropriated monies of $1,500 were from the State Commission. Also, Elena Cabatu clarified that the funds for both events, Urgent Services Directory and Equal Pay, were also from the State Commission.  Kim Schneider mentioned that Farrah-Marie Gomes could cover the Urgent Services Directory if the Commission could re-channel that money into the Teen Dating Violence.  Nancy Kelly mentioned that Elena reported that the $3,500 has been secured; Nancy Kelly will ask Elena for clarification to be sure.  Kim Schneider asked if there was talk about putting these ads in the schools since that was such a great idea to get the key message to the kids because some of them might not hear it on the radio. Nancy Kelly will check with Elena about the ads in the schools.  Farrah-Marie Gomes moved to reallocate $425 from the Urgent Services Directory to radio spots. Katie Nova seconded the motion. Motioned passed.  There was discussion that Elena Cabatu needs $1,500 for the Teen Dating Violence ad and we only have $425; she will be getting money from the Commission. Nancy Kelly will clarify with Elena Cabatu and will e-mail Lee Watanabe, which can be included as an addendum to the minutes later. 3. Pride Prom  Organizers are moving forward. A date is forthcoming 4 4. Pride Parade  Organizers are meeting weekly. The date has been set for July 6 in Downtown Hilo. C. Education 1. Equal Pay There is $1,200 for Equal Pay. It was mentioned that maybe Elena is requesting that this amount go into Teen Violence Dating. Nancy Kelly with clarify with Elena Cabatu and will let the committee know. 2. Urgent Services Directory Farrah-Marie Gomes stated that the funding for the Urgent Services Directory will come from the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, College of Continuing Education and Community Service. Directories are stored at the Prosecutor’s Office so if anyone needs them, please let Lee Watanabe know. Nancy Kelly moved that the money that is specified for Equal Pay be designated for radio spots. The intention is that it will be for the radio spots that Elena is talking about. Brooke Derby seconded the motion. Motion passed. 3. Hawai‘i Teen Outreach Program Nancy Kelly reported that the program is island wide. They want the program to be in as many schools in all of the different districts as possible. They had approval to start with a pilot project and that would have been at Waiākea High School but isn’t sure if that happened as planned. They are probably in a good position right now to request for proposals from different schools throughout the island and there’s some funding that goes with it to the different groups for supplies and activities, etc. Participant groups need not be a school group. It can be a community group, Girl Scouts, a church group, etc. The age requirements are 14 to 18 so it’s meant for the high school age. This program would be great for mentoring, too. A training is available using a specified curriculum. There needs to be an adult facilitator for the group and the facilitator has to go through a two-day training. The requirement is that the facilitator meets with the students for an hour per week for a nine month period so that’s why it’s like a school club or one of those after school type program. It’s a big commitment. Mele Spencer asked what is the estimated value of that RFP? Nancy Kelly mentioned that it’s a stipend of $100 per month. It’s very nominal because 5 they don’t want people doing it for the money. They are primarily looking for groups that are already in existence so this could supplement the activity as opposed to getting people to start up groups. Kim Schneider reported that she received an e-mail last from the President of the AEW about a woman who’s starting a Girl Scout program over the lunch period at Hōlualoa Elementary School. She was expecting 10 to 12 girls, but over 40 showed up, so now she is requesting for help. 4. VOTER REGISTRATION Carol Kitaoka reported that Voter Registration outreach is usually done by the Bar Association. Since this is not an election year, there isn’t anything really planned for this year. D. Committee Reports 1. Essay Contest Carol Kitaoka reported that there are 57 essays and 84 people have RSVP’d to attend so far. All winning essays will be read at the luncheon. Lee Watanabe announced that the location of the luncheon is at the Makai Ballroom instead of the Mauka Salon. 2. Mentoring No report IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Membership Kimberly Schneider mentioned that Darcy Makanui-Souza applied. We have one more spot open as stated by Molly Stebbins. The process is that the applicant turns in their application to the Mayor’s office and the committee is consulted on the selection. B. Hall of Fame Still on hold. C. Possible Projects Kimberly Schneider mentioned the idea of integrating social media into the CSW somehow. We’ll need a volunteer to take on such a project. X. NEW BUSINESS A. Pride Prom Radio Spot Nancy Kelly read Elena’s written report that organizers are moving forward. Kimberly Schneider mentioned that Elena was asking for some money to support the Pride Prom; was asking for contribution of $1,000. 6 After much discussion, it was decided that the CSW will see how this project goes this year then we can assess whether we would support it next year. Due to the cuts in our funding, the committee doesn’t have the resources at this time to support this project. XI. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Next Meeting Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Prosecutor’s Office in Hilo and Kona via video conference. Kimberly Schneider reminded everyone that we want to still maintain the monthly meetings and reminded everyone that every other meeting will be through video conference to help save money. It was agreed that the together meeting will be in Waimea which is the half way point. Farrah-Marie Gomes shared about professional development opportunities available for members of the CSW. Fliers with information will be forwarded to Lee, then out to the entire committee. There will be workshops scheduled in April hosted by CCECS: How to Manage Conflict and Confrontation Kona – April 10, 2013, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Kuakini Tower, Suite 213 Hilo – April 11, 2013, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. UHH Campus Center, Room 306 Board Development for non-profits in Honokaa April 27, 2013, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Fundraising for non-profit April 27, 2013, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. XII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11:44 a.m. APPROVED BY FARRAH-MARIE GOMES, SECRETARY SUBMITTED BY: LEE S. 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