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(1) At its first meeting each calendar year, the commission shall organize by electing a chairperson and vice chairperson to serve for a period of one year. The vice chairperson shall have the power to perform all duties of the chairperson in his or her absence;

(2) Three members of the commission shall constitute a quorum and an affirmative vote of three members is required for any action or recommendation of the commission;

(3) Meetings of the commission shall be held at least twice annually. However, the commission may meet as frequently as it deems necessary;

(4) In addition to other duties prescribed by this chapter, the commission shall:

(a) Act as the primary determining body for complaints regarding violation of the provisions of this chapter;

(b) Make provisions for the preservation of all files, statements, correspondence and records of proceedings for a period of seven years;

(c) Make provisions for the appearance and participation of complainants and respondents at commission proceedings, including, when necessary, the issuance of subpoenas of witnesses, and receive all testimony under oath;

(d) Develop and implement additional rules and procedures as the commission deems necessary, subject to approval by the county council. (Added by Ord. 91-084, July 1, 1991; Amended by Ord. 93-064, July 28, 1993; Amended by Amended Ord. 95-056 § 15, July 19, 1995, Eff date Oct. 25, 1995; Amended by Ord. 03-067, June 18, 2003, Eff date June 30, 2003).