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Human Relations Commission
Who We Are
Our Purpose
The Union City Human Relations commission is comprised of community volunteers who represent Union City's rich cultural and ethnic diversity. The commission is an advisory board to the City Council and is charged with creating an environment in which the human rights of every individual are respected, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, disability economic status or sexual orientation. The Human Relations Commission also recommends priorities for funding local social service programs with federal, state or city grants and advises the City Council on achieving the goals and objective of the City's Affirmative Action Plan.
Our History
The Human Relations Commission was established in 1992, as a result of a hate crime that occurred within the City. In the past, the HRC has assisted in the development of Union City's Anti-Discrimination Policy and has addressed complex community issues, such as, evaluating police review policies in Union City. The Human Relations Commission has also reviewed and recommended funding levels for the Federal Community Block Grant Program, City-funded community Cultural Grants, and Community Garden Grants.
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