Human Relations Commission Aurora IL

02/28/2026

🌹MOTHER HICKS RECEIVES ‘MARIE AWARD’: Congratulations to Mother Dolores Hicks on receiving the 2026 SPIRIT OF MARIE AWARD from the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry!

🏆EACH YEAR, THE PANTRY BESTOWS THE SPIRIT AWARD UPON A COMMUNITY SERVANT WHO HAS GIVEN THEIR TIME TO MAKE AURORA A BETTER COMMUNITY IN THE SAME SPIRIT THE MATRIARCH OF AURORA, MARIE WILKINSON, DID FOR DECADES.

🙏🏾Mother Dolores Hicks is a respected Aurora stateswoman who has empowered residents for decades, leading with faith, passion, and empathy, especially for youth and seniors. A retired nurse with more than 40 years of service and a pastor, she serves as an Aurora Township Trustee, chairs the Senior Advisory Committee, and supports youth initiatives. Affectionately known as “Mother Hicks,” her legacy of advocacy and care is deeply rooted in the community.

❤️🖤💚WHAT A BEAUTIFUL, WELL-DESERVE TRIBUTE DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH AS WE APPROACH WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH!

❗️Salute to you, Mother Hicks!

02/28/2026

🎉Congratulations to Michele Clark on her official appointment tonight, February 24, 2026 - by unanimous vote of the City Council - as the City of Aurora’s Chief Human Resources Officer! With this historic appointment, she now holds the distinction of being the only Black Department Head at Aurora City Hall as she leads the City’s 1,000+ employees!

Michele joined the City of Aurora in 2021 as the EDI Director, bringing with her over 20 years of Human Resources leadership experience at John Deere. Her excellence in the workplace is matched by her unwavering commitment to community service. She serves as the Charter President of the newly established National Coalitions of 100 Black Women – Aurora Illinois Metropolitan Chapter, on the board of the Fox Valley United Way, and is a proud soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

And this is truly a monumental week! On Friday, February 27, Michele will be honored as a recipient of the Nia Award at the 20th Annual AAHAB Heritage Dinner in recognition of her extraordinary community impact.

Congratulations, MC! This is so well-deserved, and we are incredibly proud of you.

City of Aurora, IL, Government
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
NCBW Aurora IL Metropolitan Chapter
City of Aurora African American Heritage Advisory Board
Fox Valley United Way

02/20/2025

🏡 Aurora Residents & Service Providers! We Want to Hear from You! 🏡

HOPE Fair Housing Center, in partnership with the City of Aurora, is conducting an anonymous survey to better understand housing barriers in our community. Have you or your clients faced housing discrimination? Is living in Aurora affordable?

💰 Respond by March 14th for a chance to win a $50 gift card! 💰

Your voice matters! Help shape the future of housing in Aurora by taking this quick survey today. 📢

📍 Find the survey here:
🔗 Residents: bit.ly/AuroraProviders
🔗 Service Providers: bit.ly/AuroraResidents

You can also pick up a physical copy at:
🏢 IL State Senator Karina Villa's Office (1177 N. Highland Ave., Suite 101, Aurora, IL 60506)
🏢 City of Aurora Community Services Dept. (44 E. Downer Place, 1st Floor, Aurora, IL 60505)

Let’s work together for fair housing! 🏠✨



🏡 ¡Residentes y Proveedores de Servicio de Aurora! ¡Queremos Escucharte! 🏡

HOPE Fair Housing Center, en colaboración con la Ciudad de Aurora, está realizando una encuesta anónima para comprender mejor los obstáculos para obtener vivienda en nuestra comunidad. ¿Alguna vez te han negado la vivienda a ti o a tus clientes? ¿Es asequible vivir en Aurora?

💰 Responde antes del 14 de marzo para tener la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta de regalo de $50! 💰

¡Tu opinión es importante! Ayuda a dar forma al futuro de la vivienda en Aurora completando esta breve encuesta hoy mismo. 📢

📍 Encuentra la encuesta aquí:
🔗 Residentes: bit.ly/AuroraProviders
🔗 Proveedores de servicio: bit.ly/AuroraResidents

También puedes obtener una copia física en:
🏢 Oficina de la Senadora de IL Karina Villa (1177 N. Highland Ave., Suite 101, Aurora, IL 60506)
🏢 Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios de la Ciudad de Aurora (44 E. Downer Place, 1er Piso, Aurora, IL 60505)

¡Trabajemos juntos por una vivienda justa! 🏠✨

01/10/2025

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🚧 Restore Critical Public Works Funding By Completing The 2025 Special Census!

🛣️ The City of Aurora's Special Census will begin on February 3 throughout specific areas within the City. Your response to the Census can help Aurora's Public Works Department receive key funding, expanding essential services such as road maintenance, transportation projects, and purchases of street salt!

📲 For more information on the Special Census, please visit https://yourvoice.aurora.il.us/2025-special-census-en.

🌟 Your unique, 12-digit number will come in the mail beginning in February. Use the number and the URL provided in the mail to complete the 2025 Aurora Special Census!

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Sending positive vibes!

03/22/2024

In case you missed it, our distinguished Chairman of the Board, Sherman L. Jenkins, sat down with Good Morning Aurora for an in-depth interview about his journey and the Quad County African American Chamber of Commerce's vital role in our community.

During the conversation, Sherman delved into the rich history of our Chamber and our ongoing mission to uplift and support African American businesses and professionals across the region. He also shared insights from his own remarkable career.

Click the link below to watch the full Good Morning Aurora interview.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LYHI0furdo&t=2111s

We extend our gratitude to Good Morning Aurora for this wonderful opportunity to showcase our Chamber's work and leadership. Together, we will continue to empower and elevate the businesses that foster a thriving, inclusive economy.