Bill > H2258

This bill modifies Chapter 328 of the acts of 1926, which governs the Cotuit Fire District, by adding a new section (Section 5I) that expands the authority of the board of water commissioners. Under this new provision, the water commissioners will be able to recommend improvements on private property, but only with the prior written consent of the property owners. These recommended improvements would be aimed at protecting and enhancing the water supply quality for Cotuit residents. The bill allows the commissioners to seek funding for such improvements through a vote of the district, which means the proposed projects would need to be approved by the district's residents or representatives before any work could proceed. This legislative change appears to give the water commissioners more proactive tools to maintain and improve the local water supply while still requiring property owner consent and district approval.

Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2258