Bill > A00507

This bill modifies the election procedures for the Eastchester fire district in Westchester County, transitioning from town law to election law governance. Specifically, the bill changes the annual fire district election date to the Tuesday following the first Monday in November, aligning it with general election timing. Instead of following town law provisions, the district will now adhere to rules in the New York State election law, including using election districts established by the Westchester County Board of Elections. The bill also establishes new requirements for candidate nominations, stipulating that candidates must file nominating petitions signed by 25 district voters. Additionally, the legislation creates new procedures for filling vacancies in elected and appointed fire district positions, allowing the Board of Fire Commissioners to appoint qualified individuals to temporarily fill roles until a formal election can be held. Candidates for vacated elected positions will be chosen at the next November general election and take office on January 1st following the election. These changes aim to standardize and modernize the Eastchester fire district's electoral process by bringing it more in line with broader election regulations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A507