The powers, duties, and functions of the Commission on Youth
Services shall be exercised under the supervision of the Board of
Selectmen and shall include the following:
A. To appraise, plan, develop, coordinate, and operate services and
programs for the youth in East Granby.
B. To apply for, receive and administer funds and grants from the state
and federal government or any other source for such services and programs.
C. To advocate for the interests of the youth in East Granby before
all other Town officials, boards, commissions and agencies.
In carrying out its duties, the Commission on Youth Services
shall elect from within its membership a Chairman, a Secretary and
such other officers as it may deem convenient; it may promulgate bylaws
for its proceedings consistent with this chapter; it may from time
to time appoint consultants or committees either from within or without
its own membership; and, subject to generally applicable budget limitations
and requirements, it may employ staff, enter into contracts and provide
facilities.