Winchester - Subject to local approval, expands the board of public utilities' jurisdiction to wastewater treatment systems; requires the mayor to serve as a standing member of the board during the mayor's term; creates four-year terms for members; and makes various other changes. - Amends Chapter 34 of the Private Acts of 2019.

Summary

The bill establishes a five‑member Board of Public Utilities for Winchester, with the mayor serving as a permanent member and four other members serving staggered four‑year terms. The board will oversee rates, budgeting, and billing for electric, water, wastewater and any future utilities, subject to City Council approval. The City Council retains power to set board compensation, remove members, and approve the board’s actions.

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