Human Relations Commission
The duties of the Commission are to foster mutual understanding and respect among all ethnic, racial, and religious groups, to discourage and prevent discrimination against any such group, or discrimination due to gender, age, handicap, or familial status, and to cooperate with federal, state and municipal agencies and non-governmental organizations with the purpose of effectuating its aims.
Membership Information
The Council appoints the nine members, each to three-year terms or until their successor has been appointed and qualified. The membership is to be broadly representative of the religious, racial, education, labor, civic, commercial, management, ethnic and governmental groups of the community. For additional information or if you would like to contact the commission please email staff liaison John Mayfield at jmayfield@indepmo.org.
Current members (all appointed by Council):
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- Helen Hurley (Vice-Chair), term expires February 16, 2027
- Lupe Moe (Secretary), term expires October 4, 2025
- Virginia Hudson, term expires February 16, 2027
- Mindy Meadows, term expires February 16, 2027
- Charlene (Traylor) Gray, term expires December 1, 2025
- Nina Woodson-Falls, term expires February 16, 2027
- Mara Bradford, term expires December 1, 2025
- Deputy Police Chief Michelle Sumstad (Advisory Member)
Commission's Work & Outreach Efforts:
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ICON Award |
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The Independence Champion of Non-Discrimination Award (ICON) is awarded by the Commission to an individual and local business that promotes the ideals of understanding and respect for others. The inaugural year of the award was 2025. |
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Events |
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During the Fall, the Human Relations Commission partners with the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department to host a family-friendly Skateboard competition for all levels and ages at Hill Park. |