Human Rights and Equity Commission
The Human Rights and Equity Commission (HREC) will ensure historically marginalized and underrepresented people and communities in Bend have equal access to City programs and services, representation in City decision-making, and a venue to raise concerns and complaints about discrimination.
Purpose
As outlined in Bend City Code 1.20.110, the HREC will:
- Provide input to the City Council on City goals and policies from a diversity, equity, and inclusion perspective.
- Create a workplan for diversity, equity, and inclusion and advise the City Council on implementation, progress, and updates to the plan.
- Work with the Bend community, interested groups, staff, and elected officials to make recommendations that embrace the City’s commitment to building a more inclusive community.
- Provide opportunities for people seeking resolution and assistance regarding complaints of discrimination in Bend, including potential violations of the City’s Equal Rights Ordinance. HREC may connect people with resources and assistance and seek resolution of complaints through conciliatory or educational processes, but does not have authority to compel participation, require specific actions, or impose economic sanctions or other penalties.
For more information about this Commission, please review the code and ordinance created to establish the Commission. Please contact hrec@bendoregon.gov with any questions about the Commission.
Commissioners
- Scott Jones, Chair
- Jenn Kovitz, Vice Chair
- Ruth Vernotico, Council Connector
- Bet Hannon, Commissioner Connector
- Brittany Ellenberg, Community Connector
- Cristina Morales Moyano, Community Connector
- Agatha Ventura
- Eli Loewenstern
- Jackie Currie
- Mario Anguiano
- Navi Hughes
- Open
- Open
- Kinsey Martin (ex officio)
Council Liaison
Megan Perkins (She/Her), Mayor Pro Tem
Meetings
When:
Second Tuesday of each month
Time:
4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Where:
City Council Chambers,
Bend City Hall
710 NW Wall Street
and online via Zoom
(unless otherwise noted in the agenda packet and noticed)
Zoom Instructions (English/Spanish)
All meetings are open and accessible to the public.
Agendas
Agendas are uploaded closer to the meeting date.
Meeting Archives
For additional meeting archives, please contact Lisa Larsen.
| DATE | MEETINGS | MATERIALS & RECORDINGS |
|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | HREC | February Livestream Starts at 4:30 PM |
| 01/13/2026 | HREC | Draft Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| Date | Meetings | Materials & Recordings |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | HREC Alternate Date, Day, and Venue | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 11/17/2025 | HREC Alternate Date | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 10/29/2025 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 09/30/2025 | HREC Canceled | No Materials or Records |
| 08/27/2025 | HREC Virtual Only Meeting – Ends at 6:00 PM | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 07/30/2025 | HREC Extended Length – Ends at 7:00 PM | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 06/25/2025 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 05/28/2025 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 04/30/2025 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 03/26/2025 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 02/26/2025 | HREC | Zoom Recording |
| 01/29/2025 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| DATE | MEETINGS | materials & Recordings |
|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2024 | HREC Alternate Meeting Date, Venue, Length | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 11/13/2024 | HREC Alternate Meeting Date & Venue | Minutes / Zoom Recording |
| 10/30/2024 | HREC Alternate Meeting Length | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 09/25/2024 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 08/28/2024 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 07/31/2024 | HREC | |
| 06/26/2024 | HREC Meeting Canceled | Public Notice: Meeting Canceled.pdf |
| 05/29/2024 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 04/24/2024 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 03/27/2024 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 02/28/2024 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
| 01/31/2024 | HREC | Minutes / Livestream Recording |
Supporting Documents
- Resolution: Affirming Our Commitment to Dignity, and Respect for Our Transgender & Nonbinary Community Members (3/24/2025)
- Human Rights and Equity Commission 2023 – 2024 Work Plan Final Report
- Council Memo: Report and Recommendations on DEI Council Goal (8/19/20)
- Allyship in Action Report to City Council (8/19/20)
- Allyship in Action Presentation to Council (8/19/20)
- Ordinance and Code for Human Rights and Equity Commission (10/21/20)
Language Assistance Services & Accommodation Information for People with Disabilities
You can obtain this information in alternate formats such as Braille, electronic format, etc. Free language assistance services are also available. Please contact hrec@bendoregon.gov. Relay Users Dial 7-1-1. Contacting us with your accommodation 48 to 72 hours in advance will help the City of Bend procure your request, subject to vendor processing time. Thank you!
Servicios de asistencia lingüística e información sobre alojamiento para personas con discapacidad
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