Carmen Duco, Ward 2 Alderperson | City of Belleville Website
Carmen Duco, Ward 2 Alderperson | City of Belleville Website
City of Belleville Human Relations Commission met July 29
Here is the agenda provided by the commission:
Board Members
Name Role Present/Absent
1 Cheryl Hillman Chair
2 Katie Dawson Vice Chair
3 Lynn Clapp Secretary
4 Ray James
5 Ja’Mecia Laws
6 Jason Brownlee
7 Hattie Hayes
8 Susan Sarfarty
7:00pm Meeting Opening
OneDrive – Overview ensure all members are able to access
The internet in the City Hall 2nd Floor Conference Room will show up as BELLCITYAP
§ 32.071 QUORUM.
The Chair shall conduct the meetings in accord with Robert’s “Rules of Order Revised”. Five of 13 members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The Commission may consult with the City Attorney as appropriate. (1960 Code, § 9-3-17) (Ord. 5837, passed 1-20-1998)
1. Approval of January 29, 2024 Minutes
2. Complain form is posted to the city’s website - https://www.belleville.net/FormCenter/BoardsCommittees-Commissions-3/HRC-Complaint-Form-97
3. Community projects: Recap of Kids Day
4. City events to attend as a Commission other ideas to engage with the community.
5. Meeting Dates, Belleville City Hall 2nd Floor Conference Room:
July 29, 2024
October 23, 2024
January 14, 2025
June 23, 2025
September 22, 2025
6. Membership Updates – Renewal request is submitted to the Mayor’s Secretary for City Council approval, two
months prior to renewal date Erin Clifford. eclifford@belleville.net. Approvals are approved during the monthly city council meetings.
The OMA test is required to complete the renewal process. Each committee meet should send a copy of their passing certificate to Erin Clifford at the email address above. Please copy the HRC Email box bellevillehumanrelations@gmail.com
Upcoming Term Renewals:
Jason Brownlee - 5-17-2024
Hattie Hayes - 5-17-2024/ Renewed to 5/20/2026
Lynn Clapp - 10-3-2024
Katie Dawson – 10-3-2024
Ray James – 10-3-2024
Susan Sarfaty 10-3-2-24
Ja'Mecia Laws - 11-7-2024
7. Roles and Responsibilities
Chair - The Chair shall preside at all meetings of the Human Relations Commission. The overarching role of the chairperson is to provide leadership and ensure the Human Relations Commission functions properly. The Chairperson is responsible for making sure that each meeting is planned effectively, conducted according to the procedures and ordinance, and that matters are dealt with in an orderly, efficient manner.
Vice Chair - In the absence of the Chair, the Vice
Chair shall perform the duties of the Chair.
8. Erin Connors has agreed to work with us on a pro bono bases when we receive complaints
9. 2025 meeting request dates awaiting approval of conference room availability
January 13, 2025 7 pm to 8 pm
June 23, 2025 7pm to 8pm
September 22, 2025 7pm to 8 pm
New Business
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https://www.belleville.net/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07292024-3294
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