Greenfield, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 136 § 136-3
Qualifications of Commissioners; compensation (Greenfield Human Rights Commission)
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[Amended 4-17-2019 by Order No. FY 19-125 ] A. The Commission at all times shall strive to be representative of all socioeconomic and racial segments of the City as well as different neighborhoods. B. Commissioners must be residents of the City at the time of their appointment and throughout their tenure and serve without compensation.
Greenfield, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 136 § 136-3 establishes two core requirements for members of the Commission: they must be city residents both when appointed and for as long as they serve, and they receive no pay for their service. The provision also directs the Commission as a whole to reflect the city's diversity across socioeconomic backgrounds, racial groups, and neighborhoods. This rule shapes who may serve and how the body is composed, but does not regulate rents or tenancies directly.
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Under CH. 136 § 136-3, the Commission that oversees local housing matters is composed of unpaid volunteer residents drawn from across Greenfield's neighborhoods and demographic groups. Landlords and property managers who interact with the Commission—such as during hearings or complaint proceedings—can expect commissioners to be local residents with no financial stake in their service. Understanding the Commission's composition requirements can help operators contextualize how the body is structured and who sits on it.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 136 § 136-3 ensures that the Commission governing local housing matters is made up of Greenfield residents who reflect the city's diverse communities and serve without compensation. Tenants who bring concerns before the Commission can note that its members are required to be peers from within the city, not outside appointees or paid officials. Tenants who believe a commissioner no longer meets the residency requirement or that the Commission's composition is not representative may raise that concern with the City Council or a local tenant-rights organization.
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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