Title
Ordinance Amending Section 12-22 of the Greensboro Code of Ordinances with Respect to Human Relations
Body
Department: Legal
Meeting Date:
Public Hearing: No
Advertising Date/By: N/A
Contact 1 and Phone: Tom Carruthers, City Attorney, 373-2320
Contact 2 and Phone: Jennifer Schneier, Assistant City Attorney, 373-2320
PURPOSE:
To amend Sec. 12-22 of the Greensboro Code of Ordinances to reduce the membership of the Human Relations Commission from 15 members to 9 members.
BACKGROUND:
Under NCGS 160A-492 and City Code Sec. 12-21 et seq., the Greensboro City Council is enabled to establish a Human Relations Commission. The purpose of the Commission is to perform activities that encourage fair treatment and promote mutual understanding and respect among residents. Code Sec. 12-22 requires the Commission be composed of 15 members.
At the August 21, 2018 City Council meeting, City Council approved a motion to reduce the membership of the commission from 15 members to 9 members. This action requires an amendment to the Code of Ordinance Sec. 12-22. The reduction will be achieved through attrition.
The City Council’s oversight of the Commission will continue in accordance with Council’s March 14, 2016 Resolution concerning the re-organization and appointment procedures for the City’s boards and commissions.
BUDGET IMPACT:
None.
RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED:
It is recommended that City Council amend Sec. 12-22 of the Greensboro Code of Ordinances to reduce the membership of the Human Relations Commission from 15 members to 9 members.