Greenfield, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 136 § 136-4
Officers; rules of procedure; quorum (Greenfield Human Rights Commission)
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[Amended 4-17-2019 by Order No. FY 19-125 ] A. The members of the Commission shall annually elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson from among their members who shall not hold that office for more than two consecutive terms. The Commission may elect other officers with the permission of the Mayor. B. Subject to the approval of the Mayor, the Commission shall adopt a set of rules for its administration which are consistent with the laws of the commonwealth and ordinances of the City. C. Five members shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business.
Greenfield, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 136 § 136-4 establishes the internal governance structure of the Commission. Each year, members elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson from within their ranks, with a two-consecutive-term limit on those offices, and may elect additional officers with mayoral permission. The Commission must adopt administrative rules approved by the Mayor that align with state law and city ordinances, and at least five members must be present to conduct official business.
Plain English — not legal advice.
For property owners subject to Commission oversight in Greenfield, CH. 136 § 136-4 means that the body making decisions about rental housing matters operates under a defined leadership structure and quorum requirement. Compliant operators generally stay informed about who holds Commission leadership roles and when meetings are scheduled, since official business can only be conducted when five or more members are present. Knowing the Commission's adopted rules of procedure can help operators understand how hearings and administrative processes are conducted.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 136 § 136-4 governs how the Commission organizes itself, which affects how and when tenants can bring matters before it. Because five members must be present for the Commission to conduct business, tenants seeking to participate in a hearing or file a matter should be aware that meetings without a quorum cannot take action. Tenant-rights organizations in Greenfield can help residents understand the Commission's rules of procedure and how to effectively engage with the body established under this provision.
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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