Bill
H 2268
H 2268 - An Act Bridgewater town charter article II, legislative branch section 2-13(a) annual stipendOverview- Bill Number: H 2268- Title: An Act Bridgewater town charter article
Overview
- Bill Number: H 2268
- Title: An Act Bridgewater town charter article II, legislative branch section 2-13(a) annual stipend
- Status: Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading
- Introduced: February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent
This bill seeks to amend the Bridgewater town charter by adjusting the annual stipend for members of the town's legislative branch. The goal is to ensure fair and appropriate compensation for the elected officials who serve on the town council and make decisions that impact the community.
Key Provisions
- Increases the annual stipend for town council members from $5,000 to $7,500
- Ties future stipend adjustments to the consumer price index to maintain purchasing power
- Requires the town council to review the stipend amount every 3 years and make recommendations for changes
Affected Parties and Impacts
- Directly affects the 9 elected members of the Bridgewater town council
- Provides a 50% increase in their annual compensation, which could impact the pool of candidates willing to serve
- Indirectly affects Bridgewater residents, who will see their elected representatives receive higher stipends
Procedural and Timeline Considerations
- The bill has been read and had its rules suspended, indicating expedited consideration
- It has been read a second time and ordered to a third reading, suggesting it has momentum in the legislative process
- If passed, the new stipend amounts would take effect at the start of the next town council term following enactment
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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