Bill > H4007

This bill modifies the composition of the licensing board for the city of Salem by establishing that the board will now consist of 3 regular members and 1 alternate member, all to be appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council. Each regular member will serve a 3-year term, continuing until their successor is chosen and qualified. The bill specifically creates a new provision for an alternate member, who will initially be appointed for a 1-year term and thereafter serve 3-year terms. The alternate member can serve as a regular board member when a regular member cannot attend a meeting. Additionally, the bill ensures that current board members will continue to serve for up to 3 years or until the end of their current term, whichever is shorter. This change deviates from the standard provisions in section 4 of chapter 138 of the General Laws regarding municipal licensing board membership, providing a specific exception for the city of Salem.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4007