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Human Rights Commission
Function
The Humboldt County Human Rights Commission (HCHRC) is an advisory commission appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The HCHRC aids in eradication of discrimination in housing, employment, education, public accommodation, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, civic interest or other factors.
Meetings
The HCHRC meets the first Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm at the Humboldt County Courthouse in Conference Room A, located on the first floor at 825 Fifth Street in Eureka. These meetings are "hybrid" style meetings meaning members of the public are welcome to attend in person or on Zoom. These meetings are subject to the Brown Act.
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View all agendas and minutes
Members
There are 15 members on this commission, 3 from each district.
Minimum Expectations of All Commissioners
- Attend monthly meetings
- Serve on one or more ad hoc or standing committees
- Answer our message line several times each year
- Serve as an officer after serving at least six months on the commission
- Contribute to discussions and decision-making
Apply to serve on the Humboldt County Human Rights Commission.
| Member | Appointed | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|
| Byrd Lochtie, District 1 | 07/02, 07/03, 06/07, 06/11, 06/15, 06/19, 06/23 | 06/27 |
| Jim Glover, District 1 | 03/21, 02/25 | 03/29 |
| Carol Larsen, District 1 | 01/13, 07/17, 07/21, 07/25 | 07/29 |
| Vacant, District 2 | - | - |
| Peter Pennekamp, District 2 | 08/24 | 08/28 |
| Connor Gadek, District 2 | 12/25 | 12/29 |
| Jamie Jensen, District 3 | 08/22 | 08/26 |
| Ellen Murphy, District 3 | 08/22 | 08/26 |
| Guy Aronoff, District 3 | 01/21, 03/25 | 03/29 |
| Victor Garcia, District 4 | 12/25 | 12/29 |
| VACANT, District 4 | 02/23 | 08/27 |
| Richard Botzler, District 4 | 06/23 | 06/27 |
| Barbara Nelson, District 5 | 09/25 | 10/29 |
| Verda Pitts, District 5 | 10/25 | 10/29 |
| Jairsinho Magana, District 5 | 10/25 | 10/29 |
Murdered/Missing Indigenous Persons Website
Valuable Resources for the General Public
Human Rights Survey
Human Rights Commission Survey Full Report
Human Rights Commission Community Survey
Community Resource Cards
Information about services offered throughout the County is provided on our resource cards in both English and Spanish.
Cultural Awareness Resources
Cultural Awareness Resources List
Human Trafficking Resources
Anti-Human Trafficking Resource Page