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Human Rights Advisory Commission
Meetings
- First Wednesday of the month
- 6:30 - 8:30 pm
March 2021 Zoom link coming soon!
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings.
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Minutes are also available following approval.
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Final Recommendations Presentation to Council
HRAC 2021 Recommendations on Policing
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BPD – HRAC Inquiry Sessions & Feedback Form
As the city reflects on and explores ways to respond to the current push to address systemic racism, the Beaverton Police Department (BPD) and the Human Rights Advisory Commission (HRAC) are embarking on a joint project. "BPD-HRAC Inquiry Sessions" are a dedicated space for listening and dialogue regarding police operations and policy, response to demands for police reform, and consideration of long-term structures for community oversight. Join any of HRAC’s public meetings and/or view minutes and videos from prior meetings to learn more.
2021 Special Meetings
2020 Session Topics
July 1:
Overview of purpose / goals for sessions, relationship building, setting group agreements, recognition of past BPD and community-led efforts in this area
August 5:
Data transparency and communications
September 2:
Current community outreach and channels for feedback and dialogue; advising on community listening sessions if desired
October 7:
Use of force policy, existing models / proposals for policy reform (e.g. 8 Can’t Wait, , etc.)
November 4:
Community oversight
December 2:
Finalize board recommendations & discuss next steps
Provide feedback / Ask a question
About the Human Rights Advisory Commission
Contact
- Phone: 503-526-2439
- Email: Paolo Esteban
For questions about the Creative Expressions Contest, call 503-526-2439
Powers & Duties
The commission shall:
- Examine sources of tension, practices of discrimination, or acts of prejudice by employees of the City
- Make recommendations concerning solutions to specific problems of prejudice or discrimination in the City
- Recommend action, policies, and legislation to the City Council to be considered by state and local governments
- Make reports to the City Council upon request
- Perform conciliatory services that do not conflict with the functions of any other government agency
- Promote harmonious inter-group relations within the City