In 1971 as an official governmental commission by the Board of Supervisors in collaboration with the Orange County Division of the League of California Cities.
Mission
Seek out the causes of tension and conflict, discrimination and intolerance and attempt to eliminate those causes.
Appointment Authority
Six Commissioners appointed by the OC Board of Supervisors, five appointed by the City Selection Committee staffed by the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, Orange County. Individuals interested in serving on the Commission may apply here or for more information contact 714-834-2206.
Role
Receive and hear specific complaints and problems of discrimination; discuss each matter as appropriate and when appropriate make findings and report those findings, engage in research and education for the purpose of lessening and eliminating prejudice and its effects, coordinate and promote educational programs, which will foster understanding among various groups within Orange County; and work for the development of constructive community educational programs to prevent future problems and provide assistance and referral services to individuals and groups, which will facilitate understanding and participation in the decision-making process of Orange County institutions.
Commissioner’s Responsibility
Prepare for, attend and participate in the quarterly meetings of the Commission.
Orange County Human Relations Commission meetings are held quarterly on the 2nd Thursday of February, May, August, and November, at 11:00 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room on the first floor of County Administration South (CAS), 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, 92701. Commission meetings are open to the public; guests are invited to speak during the Open Forum. The office, parking lot and restrooms are accessible to people with disabilities.
