HomeMy WebLinkAbout2/3/2021 Item 3, Vereschagin - Staff Agenda Correspondence
MEMORANDUM
DATE: January 28, 2021
TO: Human Relations Commission
BY: Cara Vereschagin, Housing Coordinator
SUBJECT: Item #3 – HRC Strategic Planning Implementation Next Steps – Staff Agenda
Correspondence
Human Relations Commission Purpose (REVISED)
(Navy) It is the purpose of the Human Relations Commission (HRC) to make policy
recommendations to the City Council or the City Manager which develop and maintain
partnerships that build inclusive community structures, processes, and relationships.
(Lt. Blue) It is the purpose of the Human Relations Commission (HRC) to make policy
recommendations to the City Council or the City Manager which establish and advance SLO City
to be an equitable community for all.
(Yellow) It is the purpose of the Human Relations Commission (HRC) to make policy
recommendations to the City Council or the City Manager which promote mutual understanding,
respect, and fair treatment of all SLO City residents.
The Human Relations Commission (HRC) will work to promote and improve human relations and
equity by focusing on the following areas:
• Community Building
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity
• Homeless Prevention and Advocacy
• Awareness and Access to Healthcare
HRC will engage the non-profit community regarding the utilization of City-funded Grants In Aid
and Diversity Equity and Inclusion grants – facilitate the application and award process of these
grants – and encourage local non-profits to take new and creative approaches to solve the most
prevalent health and human service needs in our community.
HRC will provide a forum where marginalized members of our community can raise issues as it
relates to the Commissions focus areas, air complaints, or look for resources within the City of
SLO.
HRC will work to support the City’s new DEI Office. This will be implemented once office is
created.
REVISED NAMES FOR Human Relations Commission
• Human Relations Commission (for consistency and following DOJ website for HRC)
• Human Relations and Inclusivity Commission
DOJ website: https://www.justice.gov/archive/crs/pubs/gehrc.htm