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Burlington Commission on Human Rights, 1968

1968-09-25 Burlington Human Rights Commission, Minutes Page 2

BURLINGTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Minutes, September 25, 1968

Page 2

At a previous meeting, it was agreed that the commission members would promote the Human Rights-UN speakers in their own organizations and churches. Subsequently, Mayor Titus addressed a letter to major organizations, bringing this and other Human Rights Year services to their attention. (The speakers and films are available from William Sharkey, Messiah Lutheran Church, 2411 West Avenue, or call 754-7591.) Mr. Savely said he would be available to speak on this subject at any time.

Areas of Commission Concern

Housing. In an extensive discussion on the above topic it was agreed that housing is the major problem. The work of George Brooks, previous Commission Chairman, was reviewed, including formation of a community Housing Committee to coordinate the efforts of all groups. this was recognized as a major step forward. The NAACP survey, now with the Plan Commission, is also very helpful. It was recognized that the degree of minority housing dispersal represents a good start in avoiding further "ghettoizing". The Chamber of Commerce Housing project under construction will be entirely open occupancy. The kind of individual responsibility for minority housing now being undertaken by the Council of Churches, it was agreed, is particularly important and should be encouraged by the Commission.

Mr. Carlton Holmes will be invited to give a full report of the housing problem in the Burlington community to the Commission--perhaps at the next meeting.

Employment. The community presents a definitely improved picture on this score, Mr. McClane reported. There is no discrimination among unions in this area; industry and business are offering many more openings. The Commission was reminded also by Mr. McClane of solid accomplishment by the Commission in the past for which it received letters of recognition from FHA and OEO[[?]].

Schools. The fact that ten or more Negro teachers are now in the Burlington School system is encouraging.  A question was raised regarding the relatively high percentage of Negro students in Salter School and its desirability, also the caliber of teaching in that school as compared to other schools in the system. The role of counseling was stressed as particularly important and some dissatisfaction was expressed over lack of encouragement given by some counselors to Negro students to higher education.

Recreation. Need for a boys club type of facility and operation was spoken of by some members.

Respectfully submitted

[actual signature]
Dorothy Schramm
Temporary Secretary

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BURLINGTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Minutes, September 25, 1968 Page 2 At a previous meeting, it was agreed that the commission members would promote the Human Rights-UN speakers in their own organizations and churches. Subsequently, Mayor Titus addressed a letter to major organizations, bringing this and other Human Rights Year services to their attention. (The speakers and films are available from William Sharkey, Messiah Lutheran Church, 2411 West Avenue, or call 754-7591.) Mr. Savely said he would be available to speak on this subject at any time. Areas of Commission Concern Housing. In an extensive discussion on the above topic it was agreed that housing is the major problem. The work of George Brooks, previous Commission Chairman, was reviewed, including formation of a community Housing Committee to coordinate the efforts of all groups. this was recognized as a major step forward. The NAACP survey, now with the Plan Commission, is also very helpful. It was recognized that the degree of minority housing dispersal represents a good start in avoiding further "ghettoizing". The Chamber of Commerce Housing project under construction will be entirely open occupancy. The kind of individual responsibility for minority housing now being undertaken by the Council of Churches, it was agreed, is particularly important and should be encouraged by the Commission. Mr. Carlton Holmes will be invited to give a full report of the housing problem in the Burlington community to the Commission--perhaps at the next meeting. Employment. The community presents a definitely improved picture on this score, Mr. McClane reported. There is no discrimination among unions in this area; industry and business are offering many more openings. The Commission was reminded also by Mr. McClane of solid accomplishment by the Commission in the past for which it received letters of recognition from FHA and OEO[[?]]. Schools. The fact that ten or more Negro teachers are now in the Burlington School system is encouraging. A question was raised regarding the relatively high percentage of Negro students in Salter School and its desirability, also the caliber of teaching in that school as compared to other schools in the system. The role of counseling was stressed as particularly important and some dissatisfaction was expressed over lack of encouragement given by some counselors to Negro students to higher education. Recreation. Need for a boys club type of facility and operation was spoken of by some members. Respectfully submitted [actual signature] Dorothy Schramm Temporary Secretary Enclosure