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Lexington Human Rights Committee Meeting Minutes November 5, 2010 Present: Albert Zabin, Bob Kent, Linda Vine, Deb Jackson, Melissa Buttaro, Jessie Steigerwald, Leona Martin, Puran Dang, Emily Lavine, Richard Capron, Joe O'Leary, Michael McLean, and guest Art Katz. Meeting was called to order at 8:05 am. Minutes were approved as mailed Deb Jackson provided an update on planning for the November 21 program and how the practice run went with the presenters. She is complying notes to assist her as facilitator and also to help Hank in his opening remarks. It was decided to hold a second practice on 11/16 from 3 — 5 pm at the H.S. Library Media Room. Please refer to the attached work plan for the components of the program and items to be completed. Al discussed his meeting with Mr. Cataldo and their sharing of reflections about the event with some reluctance on Mr. Cataldo's part to revisit this painful time. Other Business: Al raised his concerns with lack of response from the Board of Selectmen on the Anti - Muslim Statement. He wanted to ask that it be placed on an upcoming agenda for discussion. Leona, and others raised their concern around the draft statement and that a final statement was not approved by the group. A motion was made by Richard to bring back drafts for review by the full committee at the upcoming meeting, (12/3). Melissa reported the success of the Boston Gay Men's Concert. She shared a story regarding the Halloween Dance at the HS. She also discussed her new initiative "Make It Better Now Campaign" designed to support kids who are gay. Next meeting is scheduled on Friday, December 3 at 8:00 a.m. in Room 207. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 am.