Bill > H4321

This bill creates a special exception for Christopher Francis Cachat, the interim fire chief of the Dalton Fire District, allowing him to continue serving in his position beyond the typical mandatory retirement age. Specifically, the bill permits Cachat to remain as interim fire chief until he reaches 70 years old, retires, or is removed by the board of water commissioners, whichever occurs first. The bill requires that Cachat remain physically and mentally capable of performing his duties, with the potential for an impartial medical examination at the fire district's expense if requested. Additionally, the bill ensures that no retirement fund deductions will be made from Cachat's compensation after he turns 65, and upon retirement, he will receive a superannuation retirement allowance equivalent to what he would have received if he had retired at age 65. The legislation is a targeted, individual-specific law that provides a unique employment continuation arrangement for this particular fire chief, taking effect immediately upon passage.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4321