AN ACT to amend Chapter 511 of the Private Acts of 1945; as amended by Chapter 107 of the Private Acts of 1951; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the DeKalb County road supervisor.
Impact
The bill's approval requires a two-thirds vote of the legislative body of DeKalb County and emphasizes localized governance related to financial transactions in road maintenance. By enabling the Road Supervisor to sign warrants without prior countersignature from higher county officials, this legislative change may enhance the efficiency of fund disbursement for labor and expenses, ultimately affecting how road projects are financed and managed in the county.
Summary
House Bill 1621 is designed to amend provisions related to the DeKalb County road supervisor concerning the issuance and management of warrants drawn upon the County's Road Fund. The bill specifically changes the requirement for the countersigning of warrants from the County Judge or Chairman to the Road Supervisor. This rearrangement seeks to streamline financial management within the county's road oversight and empower the road supervisor with more direct control over expenditures.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding HB 1621 appears to lean towards a positive reception among proponents who advocate for local governance and efficiency in administrative processes. Supporters argue that this flexibility can lead to quicker execution of road projects and better asset management within DeKalb County. However, due to its localized nature, concern may arise from those wary of unchecks on spending authority.
Contention
While the bill seeks to simplify administrative procedures, it may also raise points of contention regarding accountability in financial transactions. Some opponents might question whether the change reduces oversight and transparency. The transition of signing authority could potentially lead to disagreements about fiscal management, warranting a careful examination of the long-term implications for local governance and the integrity of road fund expenditures.
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AN ACT to amend Chapter 511 of the Private Acts of 1945; as amended by Chapter 107 of the Private Acts of 1951; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the DeKalb County road supervisor.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 511 of the Private Acts of 1945; as amended by Chapter 107 of the Private Acts of 1951; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the DeKalb County road supervisor.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 211 of the Private Acts of 1917; as amended by Chapter 256 of the Private Acts of 1955 and Chapter 87 of the Private Acts of 1983; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Oneida.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 211 of the Private Acts of 1917; as amended by Chapter 256 of the Private Acts of 1955 and Chapter 87 of the Private Acts of 1983; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Oneida.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 467 of the Private Acts of 1951; as amended by Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1976; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to Morgan County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 467 of the Private Acts of 1951; as amended by Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1976; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to Morgan County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 615 of the Private Acts of 1931; as amended by Chapter 326 of the Private Acts of 1941; Chapter 534 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 20 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 220 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 106 of the Private Acts of 2000; and Chapter 5 of the Private Acts of 2017; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Ridgeside.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 615 of the Private Acts of 1931; as amended by Chapter 326 of the Private Acts of 1941; Chapter 534 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 20 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 220 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 106 of the Private Acts of 2000; and Chapter 5 of the Private Acts of 2017; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Ridgeside.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 563 of the Acts of 1903; as amended by Chapter 64 of the Acts of 1907; Chapter 647 of the Private Acts of 1911; Chapter 158 of the Private Acts of 1915; Chapter 170 of the Private Acts of 1915; Chapter 3 of the Private Acts of 1917; Chapter 397 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 23 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 231 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 764 of the Private Acts of 1927; Chapter 232 of the Private Acts of 1941; Chapter 669 of the Private Acts of 1947; Chapter 154 of the Private Acts of 1947; Chapter 248 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 264 of the Private Acts of 1955; Chapter 119 of the Private Acts of 1961; Chapter 181 of the Private Acts of 1996; Chapter 37 of the Private Acts of 2012 and Chapter 53 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Town of Greeneville.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 563 of the Acts of 1903; as amended by Chapter 64 of the Acts of 1907; Chapter 647 of the Private Acts of 1911; Chapter 158 of the Private Acts of 1915; Chapter 170 of the Private Acts of 1915; Chapter 3 of the Private Acts of 1917; Chapter 397 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 23 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 231 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 764 of the Private Acts of 1927; Chapter 232 of the Private Acts of 1941; Chapter 669 of the Private Acts of 1947; Chapter 154 of the Private Acts of 1947; Chapter 248 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 264 of the Private Acts of 1955; Chapter 119 of the Private Acts of 1961; Chapter 181 of the Private Acts of 1996; Chapter 37 of the Private Acts of 2012 and Chapter 53 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Town of Greeneville.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 519 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 55 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Charter for the City of Crossville.