The City of Lexington Human Relations Commission held its regular meeting on November 4, 2024, focusing on community concerns and advocacy efforts. The meeting began with discussions surrounding the importance of patience and understanding when addressing community issues, particularly in relation to family matters.

Commissioner King emphasized the need for the commission to show compassion and support for families affected by ongoing situations, highlighting that families often have no control over past events. The sentiment expressed was that the commission should approach these matters with empathy, considering how they would feel if it were their own family member in a similar situation.

A significant topic of discussion was the case of Charles McNear, for whom the commission is advocating clemency. The commission agreed to encourage its members to contact the Governor's Office every Monday until Christmas, requesting clemency for McNear if he has not been released by that time. The approach to these calls was left to the discretion of individual board members, allowing for both collective and individual advocacy.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on the importance of showing concern for affected families and a commitment to follow through with the clemency requests. The commission plans to continue its efforts in supporting community members and addressing their needs in future meetings.