The Hispanic Commission is dedicated to: Identifying and defining issues concerning the rights and needs of Baltimore’s Hispanic Community. Advising the Mayor and City agencies on the development of relevant policies, plans, and programs that affect Hispanics. Advising the City Council on issues of concern to the City’s Hispanic community. Establishing and maintaining relationships with city agencies and members of the private sector. Creating a central source of information for Baltimore’s Hispanic Community. Reviewing and commenting on any proposed legislation, regulation, policy, or program that affects the Hispanic population. Ord. 07-620