This bill amends a local law in Hudson, Massachusetts, to allow the town to issue five additional licenses for selling alcohol on the premises. It directly affects the town of Hudson by extending the deadline for granting these new licenses to six years after the act takes effect. The change ensures that new applicants can still receive these licenses even after the initial six-year window, provided the original licenses were granted within that time. This legislative update facilitates the expansion of alcohol sales venues in the specific C-1 zoning district without altering other existing regulations.
A message from Her Excellency the Governor (under the provisions of Section 3 of Article LXII of the Amendments to the Constitution) recommending legislation relative to providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth.
This bill validates the results of the June 6, 2022 annual town meeting for the town of Blandford. It declares that the votes cast and actions taken during that meeting are official, even though the town did not fully follow the state's requirements for posting the meeting agenda. The law overrides specific sections of the General Laws that would normally invalidate such a meeting and confirms that all decisions made at the time remain in effect. This measure ensures that the town's governance from that period is legally recognized without requiring a new election or redoing the decisions.
By Representative Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2649) of Jeffrey N. Roy (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the retirement board of the city of Boston provide certain retirement benefits to Donna Lawler the surviving beneficiary of Robert Lawler. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2437) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) that the town of Hancock be authorized to allow firefighters and police officers to continue serving, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
This bill authorizes the town of Lanesborough to continue employing seven specific firefighters past the standard retirement age of 65 until they reach 70. Under the new rules, these individuals may remain on the job only if they are mentally and physically capable of performing their duties, a condition the town can verify through medical examinations. The legislation also ensures that these firefighters will not have their pension benefits reduced due to their extended service and will receive the same retirement allowance they would have earned at age 65. Additionally, the act clarifies that this extension does not protect the firefighters from being removed or suspended if they violate applicable laws or town regulations.
Senate, August 3, 2023 -- The committee on Public Service, to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2431) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael J. Rodrigues for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jody Ricketson, an employee of the Department of Children and Families, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2433).
This bill authorizes the town of Shrewsbury to waive real estate taxes for the home of Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy. The law specifically directs the town's Board of Assessors to exempt the property from taxes for the years 2024 through 2036, provided the home is owned and lived in by Ava or her legal guardian. By overriding standard state tax laws, the legislation ensures that the family receives financial relief without needing further approval from the town.
By Representative Zlotnik of Gardner and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jonathan D. Zlotnik for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kimberly Riggins, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2023
By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2029) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) relative to changing the board of selectmen of the town of Lanesborough to a select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Garlick of Needham and Senator Rausch, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Denise C. Garlick and Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Thomas Hartley, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.
