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Human Resources - Boards & Commissions

The following public boards and committees are responsible for making recommendations and/or decisions on a variety of human resources related laws and judgments. All board meetings are open to the public.

Individuals needing reasonable accommodations according to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please call 395-5400 (DRS, 1-800-232-5460) at least five (5) business days before the meeting/hearing.

Information on agenda items is available in the Department of Community Services, New Castle County Government Center, 87 Reads Way, Corporate Commons, New Castle, DE from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or call 395-5555.

Diversity Commission

The Diversity Commission is responsible for monitoring the County's policy to promote and encourage business opportunities for small, minority and women-owned business enterprises and to encouraging their participation in County contracts as prime vendors and contractors. In addition, the Board monitors the County's policy to ensure that all human resources activities are conducted in a manner that provides opportunity for all and ensures the workforce is representative of the community it serves, thereby reflecting diversity in the workplace.

Human Resources Advisory Board

The Human Resources Advisory Board represents the public interest in the merit system, devotes its efforts to the broader aspects of the program through studies, investigations, and recommendations, and advises the Chief Human Resources Officer, County Executive and County Council on the improvement of human resources administration in County employment. The Board also hears and acts upon all appeals as provided in Chapter 26 of this Code.

Pension Board

The Pension Board reviews all ordinances that propose amending the pension related sections in Chapter 26 of the County Code and makes recommendations to County Council and the County Executive.