About the commission
The Human Relations Commission was established to foster a city that is stable, safe, and just. The Commission was established to strengthen and celebrate every resident of Albany by being committed to the philosophy of acceptance, inclusion, equal opportunity accessibility, dignity, and fair treatment for all. The HRC advises the city council and the city manager. When making recommendations, the HRC:
- strives for actions that lead to positive and respectful relations committing to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the city.
- recommends and promotes activities, programs, ordinances, expenditures, and other appropriate governmental activities that will serve to maintain respectful interactions within Albany.
- works to ensure that historically marginalized and underrepresented people and communities in Albany have equal access to city programs and services, and representation in City decision making.
- addresses concerns and complaints about discrimination through education and available community resources.
Upcoming meetings
The Human Relations Commission usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m..
January 28, 2025, 6:00pm
February 25, 2025, 6:00pm
Staff liaison
Kim Lyddane
Parks & Recreation Director
541-917-7769
City Council's annual advisory group recruitment is open now!
Members
| Name | Appointed | By | Expires | Full Term* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allyson Dean C | 1/30/2023 | Ward 3-a | 12/31/2024 | — |
| Vacant | APPLY | Ward 2-b | 12/31/2024 | — |
| Tami Cockeram | 9/25/2024 | Ward 3-b | 12/31/2024 | — |
| Robyn Davis VC | 3/22/2021 | Mayor | 12/31/2025 | 1st |
| Jamie Jones | 12/15/2021 | Ward 1-b | 12/31/2025 | 1st |
| Hedie Schulte | 2/28/2024 | Ward 2-a | 12/31/2026 | 1st |
| Alyssa Nydegger | 1/24/2024 | Ward 1-a | 12/31/2026 | 1st |
C = Chair; VC = Vice Chair
Membership information
Founding document(s): AMC 2.25
Number of members: 7
Term of office: 3 years.
*(Appointments within six months of position start date are considered full term.)
Membership requirements: The city council will endeavor to appoint commissioners who represent a cross-section of the entire community.
Principal place of residence within the jurisdictional limits of the City of Albany. (Res 6797)
Each council member shall have one counterpart with nominations ratified by the Council.
Meeting materials
*Minutes are posted when they are approved by the body at a subsequent meeting.
Public Meetings Law Grievances
OAR 199-050-0070 requires us to publish contact information for submitting a grievance alleging violation of the Oregon public meetings laws. Written grievances may be submitted by email to
Annual Reports
- 2022 HRC Annual Report (556KB pdf)
- 2019 HRC Annual Report (2.44MB pdf)
- 2018 HRC Annual Report (2.62MB pdf)
- 2017 HRC Annual Report (6.76MB pdf)
- 2016 HRC Annual Report (4.42MB pdf)
- 2015 HRC Annual Report (1.08MB pdf)
- 2014 HRC Annual Report (3.25MB pdf)
- 2013 HRC Annual Report (4.01MB pdf)
- 2012 HRC Annual Report (2.39MB pdf)
- 2010-2011 HRC Annual Report (1.45MB pdf)
- 2009 HRC Annual Report (2.4MB pdf)
- 2007-2008 HRC Annual Report (3.89MB pdf)
Human Relations Award
About the award and past winners
Limited English Proficiency Plan
The Limited English Proficiency Plan is a document that describes how an organization will provide services to individuals who are non-English speaking or have limited English proficiency. The U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division has developed a set of five elements to include in the LEP Plan (needs assessment, language services offered, notices, training for staff, and evaluation). The City's first LEP plan was adopted by the City Council in 2015. It was revised in 2024.
