H5601

Establishes a Department of Public Works in the town of Barre, Massachusetts, consolidating various town departments.

The bill creates a new Department of Public Works in the town of Barre, Massachusetts, combining the functions of the highway, water, sewer, and parks and recreation departments. The department will be overseen by a superintendent appointed by the select board, in consultation with the town administrator. The superintendent will manage all department operations and staff, subject to town policies and collective bargaining agreements. The department will succeed the previously abolished offices and departments, assuming all existing contracts and liabilities.