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Meeting Date: January 15, 2008
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Subject: Approval of Contribution made to the Black History Committee of Orange County
toward their 6th Annual Black History Month Gala as recommended by HRDB.
Background Summary:
Mr. Vernard Batson, representative for the Black History Committee of Orange County, attended the
December meeting of the Human Relations and Diversity Board asking for City support of their 6th
Annual Black History Month Gala to be held March 8, 2008. The theme of this year's Gala will be
stopping violence and their keynote speaker will be Dr. Alvin Poussant, Professor of Psychiatry and
Faculty Associate Dean at Harvard Medical School.
Mr. Batson stated that the City of Ocoee had supported their event last year by contributing $1,000 and
he was requesting their assistance this year. For the amount of $1,000 the City would receive six (6)
tickets to the gala and their name on the table and in the souvenir book. He said a Commissioner had
suggested he bring his request to the HRDB, rather than going through the Community Grant Review
Board. The Human Relations and Diversity Board made a unanimous motion to recommend to City
Commission that the City supports the efforts of Mr. Batson's committee again this year.
Issue:
Should the City Commission make a contribution in support of the Black History Committee of Orange
County?
Recommendations
The Human Relations and Diversity Board made a unanimous motion to recommend to City Commission
that the City supports the efforts of Mr. Batson's committee.
Attachments:
Page One (1) of the HRDB Minutes of December 6, 2007.
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CITY OF OCOEE
MINUTES OF HUMAN RELATIONSIDIVERSITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING HELD DECEMBER 6, 2007
I CALL TO ORDER
Vice-Chairperson Dillard called the meeting to order at 6:50 p.m. in the Commission
Conference Room of City Hall, 150 North Lakeshore Drive. She then led the Pledge of
Allegiance. The clerk called roll and declared a quorum present.
PRESENT: Vice-Chairperson Dillard, Members Alston, Dabbs, Fazio, Fleming,
Garland, Maxwell, and Oltman. Also present was Records Coordinator Moseley.
ABSENT: Staff Liaison Jim Carnicella. Members
and Member Habach was unexcused.
a..k~'.!.Garland were excused,
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GUESTS: Danette Za
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Mr. Vernard Batson intr mself from the Black History Committee of Orange
County and explained tha ey were planning their sixth annual Black History Month
Gala. Because of the availability of the chosen venue, the event would be held on
Saturday, March 8, 2008. He gave some history of the event and the many issues of
importance they have focused on, such as closing the healthcare gap, homelessness, and
education. The theme of this year's Gala will be stopping violence and their keynote
speaker will be Dr. Alvin Poussant, Professor of Psychiatry and Faculty Associate Dean
at Harvard Medical School.
Mr. Batson stated that the City of Ocoee had supported their event last year by
contributing $1,000 and he was requesting their assistance this year. He said a
commissioner asked him to take his request to the HRDB, rather than going through the
Community Merit A wards Review Board. Vice-Chair Dillard informed him that their
board does not have designated funds to give out. Member Dabbs inquired about the
cost of an individual ticket to the Gala and said he might interested in purchasing one
himself, as well as other members of the board. Mr. Batson was not sure but said he
would find out, last year the tickets sold for $50.
Member Fazio. seconded bv Member Oltman, moved to recommend to Citv Commission
that the Citv support the efforts of Mr. Batson's committee. Motion carried unanimous Iv.
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Acceptance and Approval of Human Relations/Diversitv Board Minutes of
November 1. 2007.
Recording Secretary Moseley apologized for not sending out the draft minutes and
would table this item for the next meeting.
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BLACK HISTOR Y COMMITTEE OF ORANGE COUNTY, INC.
P.O. Box 2129. Orlando, FL 32802-2129. Phone: 321-202-5932. Fax: 407-836-5899. www.bhcoc.com
November 14,2007
Joy P. Wright, Community Relations Manager
City ofOcoee
150 North Lakeshore Drive
Ocoee, FL 34761
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The Black History Committee of Orange County (BHCOC), Inc., invites City of Ocoee to participate in our Sixth
Annual Black History Month Gala and Celebration on Saturday, March 8,2008, at the Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840
International Drive, Orlando, The Reception starts at 6:00 p.m., and the Gala at 7:00 p.m. At each Gala, the BHCOC
addresses an important issue in the African American Community. This year's theme is "Stopping Violence: Raising
Nonviolent Children".
Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Alvin Poussaint, Professor of Psychiatry and Faculty Associate Dean at Harvard
Medical School. Dr. Poussaint is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a member of the
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement
of Science. He has received numerous awards, including Harvard School's Dean Millennium Award in 2001, and is the
recipient of many honorary degrees. As a script consultant to two of the most popular and groundbreaking television
programs, The Cosby Show, and its spin-off, A Different World, Dr. Poussaint was hired by Bill Cosby to review
scripts and provide consultation on psychological and educational issues to screen out inappropriate humor.
Prior to Dr. Poussaint's speech, there will be an Information Fair with agencies providing information on programs and
services for combating adolescence violence. The BHCOC wants to provide access to this information for African
Americans in Central Florida. Awards will be given to individuals in Community Service, Education, and
Humanitarianism.
A portion of the Gala's proceeds will be distributed evenly among 1) Valencia Community College, 2) University of
Central Florida, and 3) Florida A & M University (Tallahassee). Valencia Community College and University of
Central Florida receive financial support yearly from BHCOC. Florida A & M University will be replaced by Bethune
Cookman University (Daytona Beach) in 2009; Edward Waters College (Jacksonville) in 2010; Florida Memorial
University (Miami) in 2011; and back to Florida A & M University in 2012. Scholarships will be based on fmancial need
and academic achievement and awarded to African American Students graduating from Orange County Public High
Schools. In 2007, the BHCOC awarded $30,000 ($10,000 to each institution) in scholarships to Florida Memorial
University, Valencia Community College, and University of Central Florida, respectively. With the awarding of
scholarships at the Gala, the BHCOC will surpass $100,000 in only five years.
Enclosed is a Corporate Sponsorship Form for your participation. Please complete the enclosed form and return it by
Friday, January 11,2008. Your check should be made payable to the Black History Committee of Orange County,
Inc. You may contact me at (407) 836-5468, if you have any questions.
The BHCOC looks forward to your participation in the premier Black History Month Event in Central Florida.
With warmest regards,
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Deloris B. Batson, President
Black History Committee of Orange County, Inc.
Enclosure
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BLACK HISTOR. Y COMMITTEE OF ORANGE COUNTY, INC.
P.O. Box 2129. Orlando, FL 32802-2129. Phone: 321-202-5932. Fax: 407-836-5899 . www.bhcoc.com
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP FORM
SIXTH ANNUAL BLACK mSTORY MONTH GALA & CELEBRATION
MARCH 8, 2008
Theme: "Stopping Violence: Raising Nonviolent Children"
Company Name:
Street Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Please select one of the sponsorship levels below:
D Title - $10,000 (three) Amount:
1. Name and/or Logo on Front Cover, and in Public Service Announcements
2. Ad on Inside Front Cover, Inside Back or Outside Back Cover (Sponsor's Choice)
3. Video Salute
4. Corporate/Organizational Name in Reception Area
5. Corporate/Organizational Name on Table and in Souvenir Book
6. Four Corporate/Organizational Tables (40 Seats)
D Platinum - $5,000
1. Full page Ad
2. Video Salute
3. Corporate/Organizational Name in Reception Area
4. Corporate/Organizational Name on Tables and in Souvenir Book
5. Two Corporate/Organizational Tables (20 Seats)
Telephone:
Fax:
Contact Person:
Title:
E-Mail Address:
Phone:
D Gold - $2,500
1. Half page Ad in Souvenir Book
2. Video Salute
3. Corporate/Organizational Name on Table and in Souvenir Book
4. One Corporate/Organizational Table (10 Seats)
D Silver - $1000
I. Corporate/Organizational Name in Souvenir Book
2, Corporate/Organizational Name on Table
3. Six (6) Tickets to Gala
Please complete the following:
1. How many seats will your corporation/organization use? _
2. How many seats will you donate to the BHCOC? _
Website: www.
Amount:
Amount:
Amount:
Notes regarding Souvenir Book: Advertisement must be received (camera ready) by Fridav. January 11.2008.
1. The BHCOC will not be responsible for ads submitted on disc.
2. If your ad is received after the deadline, your company/organization's ad may not appear in Souvenir Book.
Deloris B. Batson. President
Black History Committee of Orange County, Inc.
P.O. Box 2129
Orlando, Florida 32802-2129
Telephone: (407) 836-5468 Fax: (407) 836-5899
Please complete this form and return to:
Make check payable to Black History Committee of Orange County, Ine. Payment must be received byFriday, January 11,2008.
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City Commission Regular
January 16, 2007
Apopka agree with the concept of creating a Taxing Authority, and the motion was rephrased to
reflect that condition.
Commissioner Hood asked if we had seen their budget. Assistant City Manager Croteau said
she does not believe it has been done, but felt it was important that we do that.
Vote was taken on the motion. Motion carried 4-1, with Commissioner Hood
opposed.
Assistant City Manager Croteau asked if this money should be taken from the Contingency
Fund. Mayor Vandergrift said that the City Manager can review it and advise where the money
should come from.
Boy Scout Troop 766- Assistant Scout Master of Boy Scout Troop 766 introduced some of the
scouts and said they are working on the citizenship and community merit badge. They met with
the Mayor before the meeting and interviewed him.
Black History Committee of Orange County - Vernard Batson said they are preparing for their
5th Annual Banquet and would like the City of Ocoee to support them.
Commissioner Johnson said he would like to have them go through our Human Relations
Diversity Board before he agrees to fund their event. Assistant City Manager Croteau said
that he should contact Joy Wright next year and go through the community grant awards.
Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Keller moved to purchase
a Silver Membership for $1,000, which includes six seats at the banauet and
advertising in their brochure. Motion carried 4-1, with Commissioner Johnson
opposed.
Ocoee High School Drama Club
Members of the Ocoee High School Drama Club gave a history of what they have done, how
they have raised funds so that they can perform plays, and how they have had trouble raising
enough money to cover the costs of their productions. Two students performed for the
Commission and Public.
Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Mayor Vandergrift moved to grant $500 to
the Ocoee High School Drama Club, to be taken from the Commission
Contingency fund. Motion carried 5-0.
I C. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC- none
I D. COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Hood-none
Commissioner Anderson-none
Commissioner Johnson-none
Commissioner Keller 1) congratulated the HRDB for an excellent parade yesterday. 2) said the
next School Board meeting is January 23,2007, which will be the Public Hearing for the Apopka
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