Human Relations Commission (HRC)

The Troy Human Relations Commission was first established in 1982, to address various concerns faced by Troy’s minority and majority groups. It was revived in 2020 to address concerns from Troy citizens. To view the HRC's meeting schedule, check the City calendar.

Governing Law: The Human Relations Commission is established by Chapter 135 of the Troy Codified Ordinances. Chapter 135 states that the powers and duties of the Commission include:

• (a) Researching current opportunities to enhance intergroup relationships within the City, including but not limited to those relationships which involve age, race, physical or mental handicaps, poverty, or sex as a basis for distinction.
• (b) Advising and cooperating with the Mayor, Council, and Director of Public Service and Safety with respect to any potential issues which have bearing on the community involving prejudicial practices or incidents based on age, race, physical or mental handicap, poverty, or gender.
• (c) Enlisting the cooperation of governmental agencies, as well as all racial, religious, ethnic, educational, business, community, civic, labor, fraternal and benevolent groups, associations and societies, and all constructive community forces and talents to abate unfair practices and,
• (d) Monitoring along with the City administration the resolution of any complaints related to discrimination based on age, disability, poverty, race, and gender. Monitoring shall mean ensuring that all complaints are forwarded to the appropriate governmental body for investigation, recognizing that the conclusion of said investigation may be confidential.

Membership and Terms: The Commission consists of five to nine members broadly representing the racial, religious and ethnic groups within the City. Of the members initially appointed, one-third were appointed for one year, one-third for two years and one-third for three years, creating staggered terms. Thereafter, all appointments shall be for three years.

Appointment: Members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by Council.

Board Interest Form: Available here.

Members

Staff Contact: Taryn Smith, Management Analyst

Documents

To view agendas and minutes, click here.

Declaration Poster
HRC Brochure
African-American History Map and Brochure
2025 Annual Report to Council