Cohoes, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 148 § 148-1
Intent; policy
Operative Text
The City of Cohoes, as a recipient of funding under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-83), as amended in 1977 (P.L. 95-129), will take affirmative action to ensure that no person shall, on the ground of race, color, national origin, religion or sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity funded in whole or in part with community development funds.
Section 148-1 of the Cohoes Code of Ordinances establishes the city's nondiscrimination policy for programs and activities that receive community development funding under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. The provision prohibits excluding anyone from participation in, or denying anyone the benefits of, such funded programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, or sex. This policy applies to any program or activity funded in whole or in part with community development dollars.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners or managers involved in programs or activities that receive Cohoes community development funds should be aware that § 148-1 reflects the city's commitment to affirmative nondiscrimination across all such funded activities. Compliant operators generally ensure that their participation in city-funded programs does not involve any exclusion or differential treatment based on race, color, national origin, religion, or sex. Maintaining documentation of nondiscriminatory practices in connection with community development funding is a common feature of compliant program administration.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 148-1 establishes that residents have a right not to be excluded from or denied benefits of any Cohoes community development-funded program on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, or sex. Individuals who believe they have experienced such discrimination in connection with a city-funded program may consider contacting the City of Cohoes directly, reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization, or filing a complaint with a relevant federal agency such as the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Consulting with a housing advocate or attorney familiar with fair housing law can help clarify what options may be available 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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