On November 17, 2020, Etna Borough Council adopted Ordinance No. 1384, the Etna Borough Non-Discrimination Ordinance, becoming the 61st municipality in PA to do so. This ordinance establishes the Etna Human Relations Commission. This ordinance prohibits discrimination in housing, commercial property, employment and public accommodations based upon actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran’s status, marital status, familial status, genetic information, handicap or disability. It addresses the assistance animal, provides definitions and establishes penalties. The Commission also promotes understanding, respect and cooperation among all racial, cultural, religious, ethnic, nationality and other groups within the Borough. They will also conduct educational programs for furtherance of the improvement of human relations in the Borough as well as other civic acts. We thank all of the residents who expressed their desire to serve their community.