# § 51-8 Powers and duties.

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## § 51-8 Powers and duties.

Balt., Md., Code art. 1, § 51-8 (2026)

(a) The Commission shall assist veterans who reside in the City, are employed by the City, or are retired City employees, and their families, in matters relating to:

  (1) educational training and retraining services and facilities;

  (2) health, medical, and rehabilitation services and facilities;

  (3) special rights and privileges provided by federal, state, and local laws and regulations;

  (4) employment and reemployment services; and

  (5) other matters of a related or similar nature.

(b) The Commission shall serve as a  resource for information relating to veterans’ issues.

(c) The Commission shall undertake and support activities and programs to:

  (1) increase community awareness of veterans’ rights;

  (2) honor and memorialize deceased veterans; and

  (3) honor those currently serving in the armed forces.

*History: Ord. 06-362*