The Council on Asian-Pacific Minnesotans (CAPM) was created by the Minnesota State Legislature in 1985 pursuant to Minnesota Statute 3.9226, subdivision 1, to fulfill three primary objectives: to advise the governor and members of the legislature on issues pertaining to Asian Pacific Minnesotans; to advocate on issues of importance to the Asian Pacific community; and to act as a broker between the Asian Pacific community and mainstream society.

1. Kao Ly Ilean Her Executive Director Council on Asian-Pacific Minnesotans 658 Cedar Street, Suite 160, St. Paul, MN 55155 Phone: 651.296.0538 Fax: 651.297.8735 Website: www.capm.state.mn.us Enabling Statute: 3.9226 The Council on Asian-Pacific Minnesotans (CAPM) was created by the Minnesota State Legislature in 1985 pursuant to Minnesota Statute 3.9226, subdivision 1, to fulfill three primary objectives: to advise the governor and members of the legislature on issues pertaining to Asian Pacific Minnesotans; to advocate on issues of importance to the Asian Pacific community; and to act as a broker between the Asian Pacific community and mainstream society.

2. Organizational Chart Council Board (Eleasalo Ale, Chair) Executive Committee Legislative Task-group Executive Director (Kao Ly Ilean Her) Heritage Month Task-group Finance Task-group Management Analyst (FTE) (Marc Mersky) Management Analyst (FTE) (David Zander) Office Manager (FTE) (Jovita Bjoraker)

3. Revenue Sources & Expenditures for FY 07 & 08 The above information is based on the reports provided by MN Department of Administration/ Financial Management and Reporting Division.

6. Printing & Advertising: printing reports

8. Communications: Telephone, fax, e-mail, voice-mail, data recurring, postage

10. Equipment: copier rental

11. Employee Development: Workshops, seminars, courses for employee development

14. Governor’s Recommendation

16. Reduce Staff from 4 FTE to 3 FTE

18. Reduced projects and issues on which to work

19. Reduced partnership with community groups and non-profits

20. Reduced role and effort in Census 2010

21. Reduced community convenings, forums and town-hall meetings

22. Limited voice on community issues to policy makers and legislatorsEnding or suspending the annual commemoration and educational efforts of May as Asian American & Pacific Islanders Heritage Month Ending or suspending the annual presentation of the prestigious and respected Asian Pacific Leadership Awards

23. Performance Outcomes for Current Biennium

24. Advisor to Policy Makers 1 The Council actively advises policymakers on the issues pertinent to the community and works with them on addressing those issues

25. Advocate 2 The Council zealously advocates for and believes in unleashing the internal strength and power of the community

26. 3 Bridge Builder The Council builds bridges leveraging assets and linking communities for a common good BOATS ON A RIVER, GUTHRIE Theater May 2008, the Council partnered with the Guthrie on post-performance discussions of the issue of human and sex trafficking. The Council was thrilled to play a part in bringing AAPI issues and actors to a mainstream stage. Dragon Festival 2nd Weekend in July was launched by the Council to showcase the cultural heritage of the community Asian Pacific Leadership Awards are given by the Council Board to recognize and highlight the successes of the community

27. Hennepin County Asian & Pacific Islanders Initiative Education ForumMarch 15, 2008 Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans 658 Cedar Street, Suite 160, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 651.296.0538; 651.297.8735 fax www.capm.state.mn.us

28. In the Community Dialogue Series, University of Minnesota and local experts are invited to the community to engage in discussion and share information on health topics chosen by community members. When: December 19, 2008 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Where: Lao Cultural Center 2648 W. Broadway Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55411 Hepatitis B in Asian Communities Invited guest: Jian-Min Yuan, M.D., Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Division of Epidemiology and Community Health Send us a question to be answered at this event: healthdisparities@umn.edu

30. Council Convening’s – The board will host quarterly convening with people of interest and influence in public policy. The convening will bring the board more directly into the discussion and formulation of public policy.

31. Build Upon our Direct Connection to the Governor’s Office - establish good working relationship with the Governor and his cabinet. Invite and have Governor at one of the Council Convening’s.

32. Visible Leadership – The Council has a presence at the legislature and is sought after for advice and opinion.

33. Strong & Viable Public Agency – The Council has the financial resources it needs from the general fund to operate; the Council seeks grants and resources to support and strengthen its core functions.

34. Goal 2 - The Council zealously advocates for and believes in unleashing the internal strength and power of the community

35. Communication – Clarify our identity and build upon unity of purpose

36. Growing Leadership Capacity – identify Asian American and Pacific Islander leaders, giving them recognition, support and opportunities for leadership

37. Information Broker – Host issue forms & issue reports and recommendations

38. Increased Civic Engagement – work with AAPI community to increase public leadership, voter registration & education and voting

39. Goal 3 - The Council builds bridges leveraging assets and linking communities for a common good

40. Heritage Month – is a resource and provide educational materials to all MN about AAPI community

41. Leadership Awards – promote and highlight AAPI leaders and/or others who have made significant contributions to the community