Rocky Hill, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18 (2026) § 18-7
Alternate members (Rocky Hill Fair Rent Commission)
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There shall be three alternate members who shall be appointed for a term of two years commencing on January 1 following the municipal election. An alternate member shall serve in the absence or inability of a regular member, selected on a rotational basis.
Rocky Hill, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18-7 establishes three alternate member positions on the relevant municipal board, each serving a two-year term that begins on January 1 after a municipal election. When a regular member is absent or otherwise unable to serve, an alternate steps in, with alternates being called upon in rotation rather than at the discretion of any single official. This structure is designed to ensure the board can maintain its function even when regular members are unavailable.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rocky Hill, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18-7, the board that hears matters affecting rental housing is structured to remain operational through the use of rotating alternate members. Landlords appearing before the board should be aware that the member presiding over a given proceeding may be an alternate filling in for an absent regular member. Operators who track board meeting schedules and membership rosters can better anticipate the composition of the panel reviewing their cases.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Rocky Hill, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18-7 ensures that the board retains a quorum and decision-making capacity by allowing alternate members to substitute for absent regulars on a rotational basis. Tenants who have matters pending before the board should be aware that the hearing panel may include one or more alternate members rather than the full slate of regular members. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local board procedures can help explain how alternate member participation may affect scheduling or the conduct of a hearing.
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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