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Human Rights Commission outlines scholarship criteria and approves treasurer’s report
Summary
The commission approved combined January–February financials, noted a yearly $800 donation for Westminster building use, and discussed scholarship criteria and selection roles for upcoming high-school awards.
The Auburn Human Rights Commission approved its combined January–February treasurer’s report and discussed plans for awarding a commission scholarship to local students.
The treasurer reported a balance of $7,370.05 after accounting for recurring charges (chair stipend, Verizon/city cell phones) and a submitted $800 annual donation for use of a Westminster building. Commissioners discussed late notices on the city cell phone bill and agreed to use a short averaging method for multiple phone lines rather than tracking each invoice precisely.
The commission also reviewed a scholarship process. The scholarship application packet was submitted to local schools and includes basic eligibility and documentation requirements: proof of income, verification of acceptance to an accredited college or vocational program, and other standard materials. Commissioners said they will narrow candidates to two or three finalists and that Bill will help ensure the award is delivered to the selected recipient. Ruth Kennedy was identified in the meeting as the high-school official who handles scholarship communications.
Motion and vote: The commission moved and seconded acceptance of the combined January–February treasurer’s report; members voted in favor and the motion carried. No dollar amount for the scholarship award itself was specified in the meeting.
Background: Commissioners said prior training reimbursements temporarily increased the account balance and that the bulk of recurring expenses remain the chair stipend and phone bills.
