Bill > HB1432

This bill makes several key changes to the city charter of Bartlett, Tennessee, primarily focusing on term limits and administrative procedures. The bill establishes term limits for the Mayor and Aldermen, restricting each to a maximum of three four-year terms (twelve years total), with a provision that partial terms do not count towards this limit. The bill also introduces a new requirement that any sitting mayor or alderman who runs for another position on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen must submit an irrevocable resignation letter at the time of filing if the election is for a position not currently up for reelection. Additionally, the bill expands the mayor's authority in personnel matters, allowing more discretion in making appointments, promotions, transfers, demotions, suspensions, and removals of employees. The bill also updates non-discrimination language for city positions to include protections based on age (40 and older), disability, and genetic information. Importantly, the bill will only take effect if approved by a two-thirds vote of the Bartlett City legislative body, and it does not interrupt the terms of any current incumbents. The changes are designed to provide more flexibility in city governance while introducing term limits to encourage regular leadership turnover.

Government Affairs

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1432&ga=114