Peabody, Mass., Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II (2026) § 18-33
Associate members
Operative Text
(a) In the same manner as for regular members, there shall be appointed two associate members, each of whom shall be a resident of the City, but neither a homeowner or resident nor park owner or management of a park. The terms shall be for one year. (b) The Chairperson of the Board may designate an associate to sit on the Board in the case of absence, inability to act on the part of any member, or in the event of a vacancy on the Board until such vacancy is filled in the manner provided in this division.
Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-33 establishes a category of associate members for the local rent-related board, distinct from regular members. Two associate members are appointed using the same process as regular members, but they must be city residents who are neither homeowners, park residents, nor park owners or managers. Associates serve one-year terms and may be called upon by the Chairperson to fill in temporarily when a regular member is absent, unable to act, or when a vacancy exists pending a permanent appointment.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-33, the board that oversees rent-related matters in Peabody may at times include associate members sitting in place of regular members. Property owners and park operators appearing before the board should be aware that a sitting member may be an associate designee rather than a permanent member, which is a standard and authorized board configuration. Operators generally keep records of board proceedings and membership composition as part of their compliance documentation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-33 ensures that the board can continue to function and hear matters even when a regular member is absent or a seat is vacant, by allowing the Chairperson to seat a qualified associate member. Tenants interacting with the board can note that associate members are city residents with no ownership or management ties to mobile home parks, providing an independent perspective. Tenants who have questions about board composition or proceedings may contact the City of Peabody directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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