Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-71
Meetings of the board of trustees
Operative Text
A. The Board shall meet at least quarterly. All Board meetings and decisions shall be open to the public and duly advertised, pursuant to the requirements of CGS Sections 1-225 to 1-232 and audio and video recorded. B. Each member of the Board shall have one vote. All decisions of the board shall be made by simple majority of the Board Members. C. The presence of at least five (5) Board members constitutes a quorum.
Section 146-71 of the Stamford Code of Ordinances establishes the operating rules for the Board of Trustees' meetings. The Board must convene at least four times per year, and all meetings and decisions must be open to the public, properly advertised, and recorded with both audio and video in accordance with Connecticut's Freedom of Information statutes (CGS §§ 1-225 to 1-232). Each member holds one equal vote, decisions are reached by simple majority, and at least five members must be present to conduct official business.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to the Board's jurisdiction under ch. 146 § 146-71 should be aware that the Board's decisions are made in open, publicly advertised sessions held at minimum quarterly. Because meetings are audio and video recorded and governed by Connecticut's open-meeting requirements, operators can generally access records of Board decisions and the reasoning behind them. Staying informed of the Board's meeting schedule allows compliant operators to anticipate and respond to any regulatory actions or policy changes that may affect their properties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Stamford Code § 146-71, tenants have the right to attend and observe all Board of Trustees meetings, which must be publicly advertised and held at least four times a year. Meetings are audio and video recorded, meaning tenants can review recordings or transcripts of Board decisions that may affect their housing situation. Tenants who believe a meeting was improperly closed or a decision was made without proper notice may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review Connecticut's Freedom of Information statutes (CGS §§ 1-225 to 1-232) to understand available remedies.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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