Bill > S1960

This bill establishes a Department of Public Works in the town of Plainville, which will be overseen by the board of selectmen, the town's executive governing body. This new department will manage public works operations not already handled by other town departments, such as highway, water, and sewer services, and will also be responsible for related construction and operations as assigned by the town administrator. The bill also abolishes the existing water and sewer board, transferring its responsibilities to the board of selectmen, and mandates that all records, property, and equipment from the abolished board be transferred to the new Department of Public Works. A Director of Public Works will be appointed by the town administrator, responsible for recommending department employees and overseeing operations, and will be required to provide a bond for faithful performance of their duties. The director must be qualified by education, training, and experience, and their position will be full-time, with restrictions on holding elective office or engaging in related private business without approval. Importantly, the bill ensures that no current town employees in affected roles will lose their compensation, grade, step, or service time due to the creation of this department, and all existing contracts and liabilities will remain unaffected.