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Members of the Lancaster County Commission are seeking to eliminate the Lancaster County Human Relations Commission (HRC), the agency that enforces the county's anti-discrimination ordinance. They say it's a cost cutting move.
Tell the Lancaster County Commissioners not to put a price tag on protecting the civil rights of its residents.
The Lancaster County HRC plays a vital role in ensuring that local residents have a place to turn to when they've experienced discrimination. In addition to dealing with complaints, they provide trainings and workshops around the county on a range of issues, including landlord/tenant rights and responsibilities.
Last year alone, the Lancaster County Human Relations Commission handled over 150 cases. Without a local agency, Lancaster County residents would have to rely on the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, which has already experienced significant staff cutbacks and budget reductions over the last two years.
Take action now to save the Lancaster Human Relations Commission! Send an email to the Lancaster County Commissioners or call their office at 717-299-8300.
Want to do more?
Attend one of the upcoming Unity Rallies:
Saturday, July 24, 11 a.m.
Binns Park, 100 N. Queen St.
Lancaster, PA
Thursday, July 29, 5:30 p.m. (before Commissioners’ Meeting)
Binns Park, 100 N. Queen St.
Lancaster, PA
Attend the next Lancaster County Commissioners’ Meeting
Thursday, July 29, 7:00 p.m.
County Administration Building
150 N. Queen St., Room 102
Lancaster, PA
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