Lexington - Subject to local approval, clarifies the duties of the mayor as the chief executive officer of the city; authorizes the mayor to suspend an employee; clarifies that office of mayor is a full-time position. - Amends Chapter 402 of the Acts of 1901; as amended and rewritten.

Summary

The bill rewrites Lexington’s charter to declare the mayor the chief executive officer, authorizes the mayor to suspend city employees for misconduct, and confirms the mayor’s position as full‑time. It also outlines the mayor’s duties, such as presiding over board meetings, making appointments, submitting the annual budget, and voting only to break ties. The changes only become law if two‑thirds of the city’s legislative body approve them.

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