Civil Rights Commission
The Minneapolis Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) implements the City's Civil Rights policies through public information and education as stated in the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances. The primary objective of the Commission is to promote and protect the civil rights of the people of Minneapolis.
Established Date:
Dec 20, 1975
Membership Details
No. of Seats:
21
Positions Occupied:
21
Vacant Positions:
0
Membership Description:
The Commission consists of 21 members known to favor the principles of equity, nondiscrimination and the objectives of the Commission. A minimum of 6 and a maximum of 8 must be lawyers.
Term Limit:
NA
Residency Requirement:
Must be a Minneapolis resident.
Compensation:
$35 per monthly meeting and $50 per hour after 4 hours in a hearing
Selection Procedure:
Applications are reviewed by the Mayor and Public Health, Environment, Civil Rights, & Engagement Committee for consideration and then recommended to the full City Council. Mayor appoints 14 and Council appoints 7 members.
Appointing Cycle:
Fall
Members
| Seat # | Name | Term Start | Term End | Appointing Authority | Membership Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jared D Widseth Apply Now | Jan 1, 2021 | Dec 31, 2023 | Mayor | Attorney |
| 2 | Andrew Crowder Apply Now | Jan 1, 2021 | Dec 31, 2023 | Mayor | Attorney |
| 3 | McKenzie Colas Apply Now | Jan 1, 2021 | Dec 31, 2023 | Mayor | |
| 4 | Jeffrey Cobia Apply Now | Jan 1, 2021 | Dec 31, 2023 | Mayor | Attorney |
| 5 | Kate Stevens Apply Now | Jan 1, 2021 | Dec 31, 2023 | Mayor | |
| 6 | Kenneth Rance Apply Now | Jan 1, 2021 | Dec 31, 2023 | Mayor | |
| 7 | Paul Hurckman Apply Now | Jan 1, 2021 | Dec 31, 2023 | Mayor | |
| 8 | Cassandra Shepherd Apply Now | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2021 | Council | Attorney |
| 9 | Ashley Gold Apply Now | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2021 | Council | |
| 10 | Bob Fine Apply Now | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2021 | Mayor | Attorney |
| 11 | Blythe Davis Apply Now | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2021 | Mayor | |
| 12 | Mary Fee Apply Now | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2021 | Council | Attorney |
| 13 | Jayne Swift Apply Now | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2021 | Mayor | |
| 14 | Amy Bergquist Apply Now | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2021 | Council | Attorney |
| 15 | Bennett Hartz Apply Now | Jan 1, 2020 | Dec 31, 2022 | Council | Attorney |
| 16 | Cindy Lord Apply Now | Jan 1, 2020 | Dec 31, 2022 | Council | |
| 17 | David Farrar Apply Now | Jan 1, 2020 | Dec 31, 2022 | Mayor | |
| 18 | Cindy Devonish Apply Now | Jan 1, 2020 | Dec 31, 2022 | Council | |
| 19 | Mark Stignani Apply Now | Jan 1, 2020 | Dec 31, 2022 | Mayor | |
| 20 | Victoria Fok Apply Now | Jan 1, 2020 | Dec 31, 2022 | Mayor | |
| 21 | Janelle L Shoemake Apply Now | Jan 1, 2020 | Dec 31, 2022 | Mayor |
Meeting Schedule:
The Commission meets the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Members generally also serve on sub-committees and may serve on panels that hear complaints of citizens who allege violations of their civil rights.
Location:
Room 241, City Hall
Address:
350 S. 5th St., Minneapolis, MN 55415
Legislative Details
Enabling Legislation Revised Date:
Dec 8, 2017
Contact Information
Subcommittees
| Subcommittee Name | Description | Meetings | Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Rights Commission Accountability for the Killing of George Floyd Task Force | The Civil Rights Commission Accountability for the Killing of George Floyd Task Force works on responses to the media and the public related to the trail of the officers responsible for the killing of George Floyd. | View Agenda’s & Minutes | View Meeting Calendar |
| Civil Rights Commission Community Engagement & Research | Facilitates community engagement with the public and conducts research on civil rights issues and policies. CER creates and manages the Commission’s public image; educates the public on the work of the Commission, civil rights protections, and the complaint filing process with the Department of Civil Rights. CER manages the Commission’s social media accounts, updates education and publicity materials and conducts research on contemporary civil rights issues facing the City of Minneapolis. This committee also hosts public forums with the Minneapolis Community and develops policy recommendations for stakeholders regarding civil rights issues. | View Agenda’s & Minutes | View Meeting Calendar |
| Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee | The Minneapolis Commission on Civil Rights Standards & Procedures Committee monitors and revises internal, and external, rules and procedures of the Commission. | View Agenda’s & Minutes | View Meeting Calendar |
| Civil Rights Commission Workforce & Contract Compliance | The Workforce & Contract Compliance committee engages the public, conducts research and issues policy recommendations on civil rights issues related to employment, contracts and grant-making processes with the City of Minneapolis. WCC also works with the Contract Compliance division of the Department of Civil Rights on policy and review panels. This committee also encourages minority and women-owned businesses ro contract with the City of Minneapolis. | View Agenda’s & Minutes | View Meeting Calendar |
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