Dover Human Relations Committee Meeting

1. Open Forum

Public comments from the Coalition of Dover regarding the historical purpose of the Dover Human Relations Commission, police misconduct, and community accountability.

2. Adoption of Agenda

Approval of the meeting agenda for January 21, 2026.

3. Committee Reports/Updates - Assessment

Review of the commission's annual assessment layout format, strategic plan, bylaws, mission, and vision statement.

4. Committee Reports/Updates - Community Programs

Report on 211 resource cards from United Way, planned outreach to address median panhandling at Forest Avenue and Salisbury Road, and mental health crisis services.

5. Committee Reports/Updates - School Programs

Discussion on collaboration with the Capital School District and the Dover Opioid Task Force to support foster care students aging out at 18.

6. Discussion on Proposed Ordinance #2025-21

Review of Proposed Ordinance #2025-21 concerning pedestrian behavior, median panhandling, potential First Amendment infringements, and homelessness support.

7. Committee Reports/Updates - Bylaws and Finance

Update indicating no report on bylaws and a finance report noting a $25.10 polo shirt purchase for Commissioner Brinkley out of the $3,000 budget.

8. New Business

Discussion of strategic plan review and consideration of inviting Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings to a future commission meeting.

9. Open Discussion

Public comments from George King regarding an upcoming Coalition of Dover community meeting on West Loockerman Street and community safety efforts.

10. Adjournment

Adjournment of the Dover Human Relations Commission meeting.