The purposes of the Commission shall be as follows:
(A) To foster mutual understanding and respect among all members of the community;
(B) To encourage equality of treatment and respect among all members of the community;
(C) To work with governmental and non-governmental organizations charged with promoting an integrated and diverse community;
(D) To work with federal, state, and town departments, boards and commissions, as well as with private, civic, religious, business, industrial, labor, and other organizations, groups and persons to recommend to and advise the Mayor regarding participation in programs, events, and projects which reflect the diversity of the community and help all members of the community enjoy equality of opportunity in all phases of community life;
(E) Working with town departments, boards and commissions to provide outreach to and greater participation in all aspects of town government and civic life for all members of the community;
(F) Promoting educational activities and programs that further the Commission's purposes, specifically those that further intergroup understanding and acceptance;
(G) Promoting interracial dialogue and cultural diversity in programs, events, and projects sponsored by the town and others;
(H) To perform independent research and investigation for the purpose of making reports and recommendations to the Mayor with respect to new or proposed programs or issues involving human and group rights and relations.
(I) To advise and assist the town in eliminating all discrimination against any individual or individuals because of race, color, gender, age, religious creed, economic status; national origin or ancestry.
(Ord. 422, passed 10-2-00)