[R.O. 2009 §10-2; Ord. No. 3005 §1, 4-17-1989]
A. There
is hereby created a Commission on Human Rights.
B. The
function of the Commission shall be to encourage fair treatment for
and to foster mutual understanding and respect among and to discourage
discrimination against any racial, ethnic, religious or other group
protected by this Chapter, members of these groups or disabled persons.
[R.O. 2009 §10-3; Ord. No. 3005 §1, 4-17-1989]
The Mayor, with the approval of a majority of the Board of Aldermen,
shall appoint from among the members of the Board of Aldermen three
(3) persons to serve on the Commission on Human Rights. The City Clerk/Administrator
shall also be a member.
[R.O. 2009 §10-4; Ord. No. 3005 §1, 4-17-1989]
A. The
Commission may provide such rules and regulations as it may deem necessary
to carry out the provisions of this Chapter. The Commission may by
rule establish a regular meeting time and procedures for giving notice
of its meetings and shall file these regulations in the office of
the City Clerk/Administrator. The Commission shall have the authority
to call special meetings as it deems necessary.
B. The
Commission may adopt rules for the transaction of business and keep
a record of its proceedings.
[R.O. 2009 §10-5; Ord. No. 3005 §1, 4-17-1989]
No member shall hear, discuss with other members of the Commission
or act on any item which would constitute a conflict of interest for
that member as established in Sections 105.450 et seq., RSMo.