Bill > H4400

This bill proposes several amendments to the charter of the town of Randolph, Massachusetts, primarily focusing on three main areas: compensation for elected officials, town council voting procedures, and meeting notice requirements. Specifically, the bill would allow town council and school committee members to receive compensation (which would be determined by ordinance), modify the rules for postponing town council votes when a member objects to a measure, and clarify the procedures for calling special meetings of the town council and other multiple-member boards. The bill requires these changes to be put to a voter referendum, with a ballot question asking residents if they approve the proposed charter amendments. If voters approve the question, the changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, or upon passage of the act, whichever is later. The bill includes provisions for providing 48-hour notice for special meetings, limiting the use of postponement procedures, and ensuring that notice of special meetings is posted on the town bulletin board. The ultimate implementation of the charter changes is contingent upon voter approval in the upcoming town election.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4400