Reverend Peter Spann describes community service as he seeks Human Rights Commission appointment

Reverend Peter J. Spann, introduced during the May legislative public hearing, testified about his background and his interest in serving on the Howard County Human Rights Commission. "I have a lifetime of working with those who are disenfranchised and protecting the civil liberties of others," Spann said, describing his work as a pastor in Washington, D.C., and his legal work representing low-income tenants facing eviction.

Spann told the council he has lived in Howard County for nearly two decades, has raised a family in the county and participated in local leadership programs. He cited housing-justice work through community legal services and volunteer roles, including coaching youth sports and participating in local nonprofit activities, as part of his public-service record.

His nomination (Council Resolution 40-2024) followed supportive public testimony from a community member who described Spann as compassionate and capable of serving people with disabilities and other marginalized groups. The council did not record a vote during the hearing.