Grand Rapids — Ch. 176 Human Rights § 9.966

The duties of the CRC shall be to: (1)
Foster mutual understanding and respect among all people in the City, and discourage and prevent discriminatory practices toward any protected class described in Section 9.955 of this Chapter.
(2) Upon its own initiative or at the request of the ODI, the City Manager, or the City Commission, identify issues relative to community tensions, discriminatory practices, or acts of prejudice against any protected class described in Section 9.955 of this Chapter for review or possible investigation by the City.
(3) Conduct research projects and obtain data to ascertain the status and treatment of any protected class described in Section 9.955 of this Chapter, and make reports and recommendations to the ODI. If applicable, findings and research will be forwarded from ODI to the City Manager for review and/or further action.
(4) Develop, or cooperate with other governmental or private entities to develop, programs and courses of community education for presentation in schools, public libraries, public museums, or other suitable venues, or develop presentations illustrating the contributions of protected classes to the culture, tradition, and progress of the City and society at large and demonstrating the deleterious effects of prejudice, intolerance, and discrimination.
(5) Issue publications or reports that in its judgment will tend to minimize or eliminate prejudice, intolerance, and discrimination in the City.
(6) Advise the ODI on opportunities of alignment for the City's Strategic Plan efforts and when applicable, assist ODI with those opportunities and efforts.
(7) Cooperate with federal, state, and local agencies and departments as requested by the ODI to assist in addressing and resolving issues of discrimination.
(8) Recommend to the ODI, City Manager and City Commission measures to enhance harmonious and equitable relations among City residents and institutions, support and fortify the efforts of City departments and agencies to protect those described in Section 9.955 of this Chapter, and advise and consult as necessary on civil rights and the violation thereof.