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HB 1428

Milan - Subject to local approval, requires the Board of Mayor and Aldermen to fill a vacancy declared for an office of Alderman within 60 days of such vacancy; authorizes the mayor to make temporary appointments to the office of city attorney or city judge in cases of sickness, absence, or other temporary disability; makes other changes to the city charter. - Amends Chapter 7 of the Private Acts of 1999; as amended.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Brock Martin

Milan must fill aldermanic vacancies within 60 days (with local approval) and mayor may temporarily appoint city attorneys or judges during temporary absences.

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Bill Summary · HB 1428

Legislative bill overview

HB 1428 modifies Milan's city charter to require the Board of Mayor and Aldermen to fill aldermanic vacancies within 60 days (subject to local approval) and authorizes the mayor to make temporary appointments for city attorney or city judge positions during illness, absence, or temporary disability. The bill also makes unspecified additional changes to the city's governing structure.

Why is this important

Vacancy-filling timelines directly affect municipal governance continuity and constituent representation. Establishing clear procedures prevents extended periods without full boards, which could delay decisions on city services, budgets, and ordinances. Temporary appointment authority for judicial/legal positions ensures continuity during staff transitions.

Potential points of contention

  • "Local approval" provision ambiguity – The requirement that the 60-day vacancy-filling rule be "subject to local approval" is vague; it's unclear whether Milan's board could simply opt out of this requirement or what approval process applies
  • Temporary appointment scope – No specified limit on how long temporary appointments for city attorney/judge can last, potentially allowing extended governance without formal hiring processes
  • Undefined additional changes – The bill references "other changes" to the charter without detail in this summary, making full assessment of impacts impossible without reviewing the full Private Acts of 1999 amendments

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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