Bill > H5119

This bill creates a select board-town manager form of government in the town of Holliston. The key provisions are: - Repeals the existing Act establishing a select board-administrator form of government in Holliston. - Establishes the Town Manager as the chief administrative and operating officer, with responsibilities for managing, supervising, and executing all town activities in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and policies. The Town Manager will work with the Select Board to implement policy directives, ensure compliance, and coordinate across all town departments and boards/committees. - Grants the Town Manager authority over financial, administrative, and operational affairs of the town, excluding the school department, while allowing boards/committees to retain policy-making and permitting authority. - Outlines the Town Manager's role in budget preparation, procurement, personnel management, and property maintenance. - Provides for the transition from the existing Town Administrator position to the new Town Manager role. - Allows the Select Board to remove the Town Manager and outlines procedures for the Town Manager's absence or vacancy. - Establishes that this act will supersede any conflicting provisions in the town code or special acts.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H5119