This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Human Rights Act. In enacting this chapter, it is the intent of the City Council, (hereinafter the Council) to protect and safeguard the right and opportunity of all persons to be free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, including discrimination based on age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical characteristic. The Council’s purpose in enacting this chapter is to promote the public health and welfare of all persons who live or work in the city. It is important for the city to ensure that all persons within the city have equal access to employment, housing, public accommodations and education.
(Ord. 50-11, passed 7-19-2011)