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MA H4026

MA H4026
Amending the town manager act of Arlington relative to the appointment of the town manager


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Introduced
07/31/2023
In Committee
12/12/2024
Crossed Over
12/09/2024
Passed
12/23/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/01/2025

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to amend the town manager act for the town of Arlington relative to the appointment of the town manager. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill amends the Town Manager Act for the town of Arlington, Massachusetts, regarding the appointment of the town manager. The key provisions are: (1) When a vacancy occurs in the office of town manager, the Select Board must appoint a qualified town officer as an interim town manager within a reasonable time, and (2) the Select Board must appoint a permanent successor town manager within 180 days of the vacancy, either for the balance of the unexpired term or a new 3-year contract. If a permanent appointment is not practicable within 180 days, the Select Board may appoint a qualified town officer as an acting manager for up to 1 year.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 289 of the Acts of 2024 (on 01/01/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4026
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4026.pdf
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