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The Ulster County Human Rights Commission works to foster mutual respect and understanding among between the various and diverse communities within Ulster County. The Commission educates the public about Human Rights and assists with the investigation and resolution of complaints of human rights violations.
The Commission of Human Rights is headed by a Commissioner of Human Rights who is appointed by the County Executive, subject to confirmation of the Legislature.
The Commission of Human Rights shall have 11 members appointed to terms of three years, three members of which shall be appointed by the legislative Chairperson, three members by the legislative minority leader, and five members by the County Executive, one of which shall be designated by him or her as the Commission Chairperson.
Appointments shall be representative of the various religious, racial, ethnic and nationality groups in Ulster County's communities.
No member of the Commission of Human Rights shall serve more than four consecutive terms of three years.
The Ulster County Human Rights Commission exists to foster respect for the rights of all people and to explore opportunities for improving relations among all people of Ulster County.