Bill > S2037

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 elected executive body. The new department will manage public works operations not already handled by other town departments, such as highway, water, and sewer services, and will 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 duties and responsibilities to the board of selectmen, and ensures that all records, property, and equipment from the abolished board will be transferred to the new Department of Public Works. The town administrator will appoint a director of public works, who will be responsible for managing the department's employees and operations, and will be required to provide a bond for the faithful performance of their duties. The director must be qualified by education, training, and experience, and will be prohibited from holding elective office or engaging in related private business unless approved by the board of selectmen. The bill also clarifies that existing contracts, liabilities, and employee compensation will not be affected by these changes.