Bill > H3822

This bill revises the charter for the City of Melrose. The key provisions are: - It establishes the composition, terms, and eligibility requirements for the city council and school committee. The city council will consist of 11 members - 4 councilors-at-large and 7 ward councilors. The school committee will have 7 members, including the mayor. - It outlines the powers and procedures of the city council and school committee, including provisions for appointing a city clerk, conducting meetings, and passing ordinances and measures. - It defines the powers and duties of the mayor, including the authority to appoint department heads and members of city agencies, and the ability to remove city officers. - It establishes citizen initiative and referendum procedures, allowing voters to propose and vote on certain measures. - It includes transitional provisions to ensure continuity of government and the transfer of records and property upon the new charter taking effect. The bill also sets the initial election schedule under the new charter, repeals the previous city charter, and provides that the act will take effect upon passage.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3822