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Fort Collins Human Relations Commission
2011 Work Plan
As Community leaders and advisors to City Council, we research, deliberate and
take proactive and responsive measures to promote the dignity of individuals and
groups in Fort Collins. HRC Mission Statement
For 2011, the Fort Collins Human Relations Commission will continue with a
broad plan for supporting Human issues that are pertinent to the City of Fort
Collins. Responsibilities are divided amongst its four Committees but are not
exclusive to that Committee. Our Commission has pledged to become informed
about human relations issues and events within Fort Collins and recommend
appropriate action to City Council.
The EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE shall…
Call special meetings when problem resolution of urgent issues is needed.
Delegate issues for resolution to standing or to special committees.
Provide support to other HRC committees as needed.
Determine meeting agendas for monthly HRC meetings and special meetings.
The GOVERNMENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE shall…
Act as primary point of contact for the Citizen Liaisons Program which assists
citizens in filing complaints with Fort Collins Police Services. Coordinate with
Police Services to train people in the Citizen Liaison Program and to allow
effective utilization of the program within the complaint process. Maintain a list of
interpreters to assist with translation in filing complaints.
Keep a calendar of City Council meetings and solicit HRC members to monitor
City Council agendas and attend or view meetings as appropriate, specifically
monitoring the Community Open Mike period at the beginning of Council
sessions. Address City Council as needed.
Attend Citizen Review Board meetings and provide assistance upon its request.
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Help to educate citizens and recommend actions which promote positive
relations among community members, Fort Collins Police Services and the
Citizen Review Board.
Review proposed legislation, policy changes or other governmental action at the
federal, state or local level which may affect human rights and civil liberties in the
city and make recommendations regarding the same.
Continue to monitor, update and analyze board and commissions diversity data
and make recommendations to City Council every five years, with the next
update in 2011.
Research and recommend actions necessary to achieve: equal employment
opportunities; equal housing opportunities; equal public accommodation
opportunities and the best possible Fort Collins government/community relations
in all fields of government.
Maintain regular communication with our HRC City Council Liaison and City
Council.
The MEDIA/COMMUNITY RECOGNITION COMMITTEE shall…
Foster cooperative relations with media to increase visibility of HRC’s work.
Draft necessary articles or communication pieces to support the work of the
HRC.
Plan and execute the Annual HRC Citizen’s Awards (which commend
individuals, groups, companies or organizations for inspiring contributions and
leadership on behalf of minority or disadvantaged citizens).
Update the HRC website, working with the city staff.
Streamline the publicity process for event planning.
Compile and generate a media resources plan and kit.
The EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH COMMITTEE shall…
Create a better understanding of issues involving cultural, ethnic, racial, gender,
age, disability or diversity through the use of educational programs and/or
events.
Keep the Commission current on topics involving diversity and equality and to
move on action items that parallel the HCR mission and strategic plan.
Increase our collaboration with new and existing committees and organizations
in Fort Collins as well as work with other City Boards and Commissions who deal
with issues related to human relations.
Continue to update our general presentation and brochure and assist the
community by providing basic presentations on diversity topics and case studies
as well as partnering with other organizations to assist in outreach programming
and direct responsiveness to queries and situations.