There is created, pursuant to KRS 344.310 through 344.385, the Morehead Human Rights Commission. The Commission shall consist of five (5) members who shall be appointed on a nonpartisan basis and shall be broadly representative of the financial institutions, real estate businesses, religious groups, human rights groups, and the general public. The Mayor shall appoint the members, to be approved by the City Council. Of the first five (5) members appointed, one shall be appointed for one (1) year, two (2) shall be appointed for two (2) years, and two (2) shall be appointed for three (3) years. Subsequent appointments shall be for three (3) years. In the event of incapacity, death, or resignation of any member, a successor shall be appointed for the member's unexpired term. Members shall be eligible for reappointment. Before making new appointments or any reappointments, the Mayor may request the recommendations of the City Council. No elected or appointed city official shall be a member of the Commission.
The members shall serve without compensation.