An Act relative to civil service positions in the Department of Public Works of the city of Northampton

This bill removes all civil service positions within the City of Northampton's Department of Public Works and Central Services Department from the state's general civil service laws. The change allows the city to manage these roles without adhering to the standard protections and procedures outlined in Chapter 31 of the General Laws, while ensuring that current employees retain their existing civil service status. Additionally, the legislation requires the city to follow a specific tentative agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 98, regarding the transition of these positions.