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Burbank — Ch. 7½ Art. III Human Rights Commission § 7½-40

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Operative Text

Burbank — Ch. 7½ Art. III Human Rights Commission § 7½-40
(a) There is hereby established a human rights commission which shall consist of three (3) members appointed by the mayor with the advice and consent of the city council. One (1) or more members of the city council may serve on the commission.
(b) The term of office shall be three (3) years, except that the first appointments shall be appointed for a term of one (1), two (2) and three (3) years.
(c) Members shall receive such compensation as is provided by the city council; however, no elected official shall receive additional compensation for serving as a member.
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Plain English

Section 7½-40 of Burbank's Municipal Code establishes a Human Rights Commission composed of three members appointed by the mayor with city council approval. Members serve staggered three-year terms, with the initial appointees serving one-, two-, and three-year terms respectively to create continuity. Compensation for members is set by the city council, though elected officials who serve on the commission receive no additional pay for doing so.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under § 7½-40, the Burbank Human Rights Commission is a formally constituted body with mayoral appointments and city council oversight. Property owners and managers operating in Burbank should be aware that this commission exists as part of the city's human rights enforcement structure. Staying informed about the commission's composition and any proceedings it oversees is a general practice for operators subject to local human rights regulations.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 7½-40 establishes the Burbank Human Rights Commission as an official city body, giving it a formal foundation for addressing human rights concerns within the city. Tenants who believe their rights have been violated may find this commission to be a relevant local resource for raising concerns. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Burbank's municipal structure can help explain how the commission created under § 7½-40 fits into the broader landscape of 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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