(a) Chairperson. The chairperson of the CEHD will be voted by the commission, and the chairperson will also be in charge of facilitating conversation and meetings.
The structure of the housing and community development commission:
(1) follows best practices in collaborative decision making and centering the conversation around equity
(2) includes representation from key stakeholder groups mentioned above
(3) brings accountability to the City of Tucson
(4) empowers community decision making
(b) Bylaws. It is recommended that within one year from the first meeting, that the CEHD adopt bylaws for its operations. These shall be consistent with the Tucson Charter, Tucson Code, and other legal authority. Consistent with Tucson Code § 10A-136, any bylaws adopted by the CEHD shall be filed with the city clerk. Once adopted, the bylaws may be reviewed periodically to determine whether revisions may be warranted.
(c) Meetings. The CEHD shall choose its own meeting dates, times, and places. Legal action reports and minutes of committee meetings shall be filed with the city clerk.
(d) Quorum. A quorum shall consist of five (5) voting members.
(e) Quarterly reports. The CEHD shall produce, in partnership with staff, minutes of all meetings for public distribution. Updates and recommendations will be presented to the mayor and council quarterly or four (4) times a year.
(Ord. No. 11769, passed 7-7-20)