                                 CODE OF VIRGINIA

DUTIES OF COMMISSIONS (§ 15.2-2221)

To effectuate this chapter, the local planning commission shall:

1. Exercise general supervision of, and make regulations for, the administration
of its affairs;

2. Prescribe rules pertaining to its investigations and hearings;

3. Supervise its fiscal affairs and responsibilities, under rules and
regulations as prescribed by the governing body;

4. Keep a complete record of its proceedings; and be responsible for the custody
and preservation of its papers and documents;

5. Make recommendations and an annual report to the governing body concerning
the operation of the commission and the status of planning within its
jurisdiction;

6. Prepare, publish and distribute reports, ordinances and other material
relating to its activities;

7. Prepare and submit an annual budget in the manner prescribed by the governing
body of the county or municipality; and

8. If deemed advisable, establish an advisory committee or committees.

HISTORY: Code 1950, § 15-963.7; 1962, c. 407, § 15.1-444; 1997, c. 587.