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ARTICLE VI. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Page 2 of 3 keep written public records of resolutions, recommendations and findings. On or before February 15 of each year, the commissions shall submit to the council work reports for the preceding calendar year. (Code 1993, § 2 -4.02) State law references: Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stats. ch. 13D. Sec. 2 -116. Human rights commission. The purpose of the human rights commission is to secure for all citizens equal opportunity in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services and education and full participation in the affairs of this community by advising the council on long range programs to improve community relations in the city. (Code 1993, § 2 -4.03) Sec. 2 -117. Park and recreation commission. The park and recreation commission shall serve in an advisory capacity to the city council on all policy matters relating to public parks and facilities and recreation programs. (Code 1993, § 2 -4.04) Sec. 2 -118. Planning commission. (a) The commission shall be the city planning agency authorized by Minn. Stats. § 462.354, subd. 1. (b) The duties of the planning commission are: (1) To guide future development of land, services, and facilities; (2) To ensure a safe, pleasant and economical environment for residential, commercial, and public activities; and (3) To promote the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community. (c) These duties are to be carried out by: (1) Establishing community objectives and policy; (2) Making recommendations to the council regarding petitions and applications for rezoning, special use permits, etc.; (3) Reviewing and making recommendations on all matters relating to or affecting the physical development of the city. (Code 1993, § 2 -4.05; Ord. No. 98 -02, § 3, 4 -8 -1998) http: //I ibrary I . mmn icode.com/delault-test/DocView/141 27/1 /5/1 I 12/7/2010 12