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 to oversee Winchester’s electric, water, wastewater and other utility systems. The mayor serves as a standing board member, four other members serve staggered four‑year terms, and the city council controls appointments, compensation, and budget approval. It also requires a two‑thirds city council vote before the changes take effect.

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