(A) The Henderson–Vance County Human Relations Commission may promote public interest in its recommendations in such a manner as to lessen any tensions and promote good will among all citizens.
(B) The Commission may sponsor meetings or forums intended to lead all citizens to a clearer understanding of the true meaning of responsible citizenship in the community, of the obligations inherent in being a good citizen, and of the need for mutual understanding and respect by all citizens for each other.
(C) The Commission shall have the authority to create and devise plans for recommendations to the governing bodies.
(D) (1) The Commission may make expenditures and enter into contracts and agreements without specific approval of its governing bodies, provided the respective obligations, contracts or expenditures meet all legal requirements, will not exceed the unexpended funds remaining in the respective line item of the Commission’s budget, and will not be binding on either governing body or government.
(2) No personnel shall be hired or paid by the Commission unless the individual proposed is approved by both the City Council and the Board of County Commissioners.
(E) The Commission is authorized to receive contributions from private agencies and organizations, other governmental agencies, or from individuals, in addition to any sums which may be appropriated for its use; but these funds shall not be commingled with any funds obtained from Vance County and the City of Henderson.
(Ord. 20, passed 3-7-1983)