Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-6.1
Role of Commission in city social services
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A. The Social Service Commission of the City of Stamford acts as an oversight committee in areas pertaining to the social welfare concerns facing the residents of Stamford, including, but not limited to: (1) Promoting policies and strategies which direct appropriate city departments to provide residents of Stamford with guidance and information with regard to programs which address shelter, sustenance and health needs. (2) Promoting coordination between those city departments concerned with social welfare, including the Board of Education, and the many nonprofit organizations also working in that area. (3) Exercising such other rights and discharging such other responsibilities as shall be necessary and proper for the purpose of this Commission. B. The Social Services Commission Coordinator, in addition to the duties as created in § 6-9 below, shall report to the Social Services Commission and shall assist the Commission in its duties as an oversight committee for social welfare concerns, Fair Rent and Human Rights. C. This section shall take effect upon enactment.
Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-6.1 establishes the Social Service Commission of the City of Stamford as an oversight body for social welfare matters affecting city residents. The Commission is charged with promoting policies that connect residents to shelter, food, and health programs, and with coordinating efforts among relevant city departments—including the Board of Education—and nonprofit organizations. A Social Services Commission Coordinator supports the Commission's oversight work, which also extends to Fair Rent and Human Rights concerns.
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Under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-6.1, the Social Service Commission plays an oversight role that touches on Fair Rent matters in Stamford. Property owners and managers operating in Stamford generally stay informed about the Commission's policy directions, as its recommendations can influence how city departments address housing and social welfare issues. Operators who engage with city departments on tenant-related social services may find the Commission's coordination function relevant to understanding local housing policy.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-6.1 establishes a Commission that oversees social welfare concerns—including Fair Rent issues—on behalf of Stamford residents. Tenants who have concerns related to shelter, housing guidance, or fair rent matters may find the Social Services Commission Coordinator a useful point of contact, as that role is specifically tasked with supporting the Commission's oversight of these areas. Tenants can also reach out to local tenant-rights organizations or the relevant city departments to learn what programs and resources the Commission's policies have directed toward residents.
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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