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Human Rights Commission back in action

City News June 12, 2025
A high-angle close-up shot shows a diverse group of hands, belonging to approximately ten individuals, stacked on top of one another in a gesture of unity or teamwork. The hands vary in skin tone, ranging from light to dark, emphasizing diversity.

After taking a pause since the pandemic, the Albert Lea Human Rights Commission is back in action. The city reactivated this volunteer board at the request of several residents. Mayor Rich Murray recently appointed these seven members after receiving applications from 14 residents:

  • Rev. Dr. Charles Alkula, Albert Lea • 303-916-2441
  • Aruna Evenson, Emmons • 507-473-5034
  • Cesar Zamora Victorino, Albert Lea • 507-391-0936
  • Peggy Olson, Albert Lea • 507-383-2894
  • Angie Hanson, Albert Lea • 507-438-6250
  • Jeremey Corey-Gruenes, Albert Lea • 507-369-3184
  • Irasema Hernandez,  Albert Lea • 507-318-9738

The commission met June 12 and elected Alkula as chair with Evenson as vice-chair. Members discussed updating the city ordinance on the commission’s purpose and duties along with ideas for supporting or starting initiatives on local human rights issues.

For more information, visit the commission’s webpage.