Somerville Code of Ordinances ch. 7, art. III § 7-46

(a) There shall be in the city a commission known as the Somerville Fair Housing Commission hereinafter called the "commission," which shall consist of five members appointed by the mayor and approved by the city council , to serve without compensation.

(b) The members of the commission shall serve a term of three years; provided, however, that of the members first appointed to the commission two shall be appointed to a term of one year, two shall be appointed to a term of two years, and one shall be appointed for a term of three years. Thereafter the mayor shall appoint each successor to a term of three years. In the event of the death or resignation of any member, his or her successor shall be appointed to serve for the unexpired period of the term for which such member has been appointed.

(c) At least three members of the fair housing commission shall live in the city and the remaining members shall either live or work in the city at the time of their appointment and throughout their tenure. The members of the commission shall include persons who have experience or a demonstrated interest in housing, social services, or civil rights. One commissioner shall be a representative from the administration of the housing authority. One commissioner shall be a Somerville tenant who, at the time of his or her appointment, is eligible on the basis of income for assisted housing in the city.

(d) The mayor shall annually appoint a chairperson of the commission with the advice of the commission. Three members shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business.

(Code 1963, § 17-6; Ord. No. 2018-13 , 9-13-2018 )