Human Relations Commission

The Newtown Township Human Relations Commission was established by the Board of Supervisors of Newtown Township on November 28, 2018, by the enactment of the Newtown Township Anti-Discrimination Ordinance, in order to ensure that all persons, regardless of actual or perceived race, color, gender, religion, ancestry, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, use of guide or support animals and/or mechanical aids enjoy the full benefits of citizenship and are afforded equal opportunities for employment, housing and the use of public accommodations, and to have equal access to postsecondary educational institutions.

The Newtown Township Human Relations Commission shall consist of no fewer than three and no more than five members, appointed by the Board of Supervisors, who shall serve three year terms.  Members shall be residents of the Township or individuals who work full-time within Newtown Township.  No voting members shall hold any office in any political party.

Members of the Commission shall attend training and/or educational seminars or sessions as deemed necessary to serve on the commission, and to also familiarize themselves with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

The Commission meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at 7:00 PM in the Public Meeting Room in the Township Building, unless otherwise noted.

Area human relations commissions look to collaborate – The Bucks County Herald Bucks County Human Relations Council held its first “Unity Meeting” July 26 to help officials prepare for potential discrimination complaints in the approaching school year. buckscountyherald.com

HRC Ordinance – 2018-O-8

Newtown Township Bucks County HRC Inquiry Form

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