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MA H4976
Approving the town of Ashland Home Rule Charter as amended and as voted in Article 34 of the annual town meeting of the town of Ashland including parts I through IX by repealing Chapter 405 of the Acts of 2008 and replacing it in its entirety
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Introduced
11/21/2018
11/21/2018
In Committee
12/13/2018
12/13/2018
Crossed Over
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Passed
01/01/2019
01/01/2019
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/09/2019
01/09/2019
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the charter of the town of Ashland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill repeals Chapter 405 of the Acts of 2008 and replaces it with a new home rule charter for the Town of Ashland. The key provisions of the charter include:
- Establishing an open town meeting as the legislative branch, with a town moderator presiding over meetings.
- Defining the elected town officers, including a board of selectmen, school committee, town moderator, and various other boards and committees.
- Providing for the appointment and removal of a town manager as the chief administrative officer, who has broad powers over town administration, personnel, and financial management.
- Setting forth a detailed budget process and financial reporting requirements.
- Outlining procedures for filling vacancies in appointed and elected positions.
- Allowing for periodic review and amendment of the charter.
Overall, the bill gives the Town of Ashland greater home rule authority and autonomy in managing its local affairs.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 409 of the Acts of 2018 (on 01/09/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4976 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4976.pdf |
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