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Fostering Relationships to Build a Better Community
Promoting fairness and inclusion across Pitt County, the Human Relations Commission meets monthly to review and support programs and services that strengthen positive relationships among all residents. The commission works to expand opportunities in employment, housing, public accommodations, recreation, education, justice, and access to government services, helping ensure every resident has a voice in the community.
Meeting Schedule: Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Eugene James Auditorium. All meetings are open to the public.
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The Human Relations Commission shall consist of members appointed by the Pitt County Board of Commissioners. Terms begin on July 1 and end on June 30 each year.
HRC membership includes ten representatives from each of Pitt County’s municipalities, along with a representative from law enforcement, the Department of Social Services, the Latin-X community, the African-American community, the Asian-American community, the LGBTQ+ community, Public Health, and the Pitt County Board of Commissioners. Additionally, the Commission includes a representative from the faith community and two at-large representatives.
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| Subcommittee | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Community Issues and Actions | Byung Lee | leebyungseok@gmail.com |
| Community Issues and Actions | LaChauncey Staton | lachauncey.staton@pittcountync.gov |
| Community Issues and Actions | Mary Perkins-Williams | pittcounty.commissionerd2@gmail.com |
| Executive | Mary Moye | eldermoye@gmail.com |
| Executive | Sharon Rochelle | sharon.rochelle@pittcountync.gov |
| Executive | Kimberly Purnell-Moody | kimberly.moody@pittcountync.gov |
| Executive | Carl Wilson | wilsonc2@suddenlink.net |
| Youth Involvement | Shantel Hawkins | hawkshantel@gmail.com |
| Youth Involvement | Luther Hemby | annointed1min@yahoo.com |
| Youth Involvement | Mark Rasdorf | rasdorfm@ecu.edu |
Working Toward a More United Community
The Human Relations Commission (HRC) was established to identify concerns related to human relations, make recommendations on these issues and engage in activities that:
- Promote equality in the economic, educational, governmental and cultural life of the community for all citizens regardless of race, creed, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or disability and work to eliminate discrimination on any of these bases;
- Encourage fair treatment, mutual understanding and respect among all residents;
- Identify and address practices and customs that create animosity and unrest;
- Make recommendations to the appointing authority to help support harmony among citizens.
Role and Responsibilities
The HRC supports positive relationships and equity across Pitt County through the following responsibilities:
- Study human relations issues and recommend strategies to prevent problems and promote community understanding.
- Research and document local needs such as housing, employment, education, transportation and propose solutions.
- Promote equal opportunities in employment and housing through advocacy and education.
- Host trainings, workshops and discussions that support community advancement and inclusion.
- Serve as a model for respectful, equitable human relations in both structure and practice.
- Collaborate with local, state and federal government agencies as needed.
- Prepare and submit at least one annual report to the Pitt County Board of Commissioners outlining progress and recommendations.
- Provide the public with information, referrals and opportunities for meaningful dialogue on human relations issues.
While residents are encouraged to contact their elected officials directly, they may also share concerns with the HRC. Please include your name, address, and contact information in all communications. Correspondence may be mailed to the County Manager’s Office at 1717 W 5th St., Greenville, NC 27834, or brought in person to one of the Commission’s monthly meetings.