The Social Services Advisory Board advises the City Manager and the Human Services Team leader on all issues related to the formulation of policy or implementation of programs intended to serve the social welfare of local residents.
The Social Services Advisory Board is a group of no fewer than five and no more than thirteen individuals (City Code currently authorizes up to 9 members) appointed by the local governing body to assist the local director in the an advisory capacity. The Board has an interest in all matters pertaining to public assistance, and social services needed by the people of the community. The Board submits an annual report to the governing body concerning the programs administered by the department as well as any other reports it deems necessary. It is also responsible for helping the department administer an effective EEO/Affirmative Action Plan. Members serve four year terms, and may serve no more than two consecutive terms.
Meetings held: Fourth Thursday every other month, 4:00 pm, Winchester Department of Social Services, Conference Room, 24 Baker Street
Scheduled Meeting Dates
| 2019 Meetings | ||
|---|---|---|
| September 26 | Agenda | |
| July 25 | Agenda | |
| May 23 | Agenda | Minutes |
| March 28 | CANCELED | |
| January 24 | Agenda | Minutes |
| 2018 Meetings | ||
|---|---|---|
| November 15 | CANCELED | |
| September 27 | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 26 | Agenda | Minutes |
| May 24 | Agenda | Minutes |
| March 22 | Agenda | Minutes |
| January 25 | Agenda | Minutes |
| 2017 Meetings | ||
|---|---|---|
| January 26 | Agenda | Minutes |
| March 23 | Agenda | Minutes |
| May 25 | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 27 | Agenda | Minutes |
| September 28 | Agenda | Minutes |
| November 16 | Agenda | Canceled |