# § 60-9 Duties of the Office.

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

## § 60-9 Duties of the Office.

Balt., Md., Code art. 1, § 60-9 (2026)

In collaboration and consultation with the Council, the Office must:

(1) serve as an advocate for returning citizens;

(2) coordinate and monitor service delivery to returning citizens;

(3) promote the general welfare, empowerment, and reintegration of returning citizens in the areas of:

  (i) employment and career development;

  (ii) health care;

  (iii) education;

  (iv) housing; and

  (v) social services;

(4) develop sustainable relationships and coordinate with federal, State, and private agencies working with returning citizens;

(5) develop and propose City policy regarding issues affecting returning citizens;

(6) participate in public hearings;

(7) promote community dialogue concerning the issues confronting returning citizens; and

(8) review, comment, and make recommendations on proposed legislation and regulations, policies, and programs that will affect returning citizens.

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