§ 2-826. Purpose.

The purpose of the Human Relations Commission is:

(1)

To promote the well-being of all members of the community;

(2)

To support all segments of the population including youth, seniors, persons with disabilities, minorities, and low income groups;

(3)

To support, address and make recommendations concerning emerging community needs;

(4)

To serve as an advocate, educator, communicator, and a point of contact for all segments of the population in the community;

(5)

To promote justice and equality;

(6)

To encourage and facilitate solutions to social issues;

(7)

To promote the arts and multi-cultural events;

(8)

To plan or support community events and programs that bring together and support diverse members of the community; and

(9)

To provide recommendations to the Village Board on matters pertaining to community welfare.

(Code 1993, § 2-16.3.2; Ord. No. 2011-O-19, 3-22-2011)