HB1439

Tennessee HB1439 amends the charter of the City of Ridgeside, establishing governance, taxation, and legal frameworks.

Tennessee HB1439 amends the charter of the City of Ridgeside, detailing governance, taxation, and legal frameworks. The City Commission, consisting of three commissioners, governs the city, with elections held every four years. The mayor, elected by the highest vote count, presides over meetings and has ceremonial duties. The City Commission sets commissioner salaries and requires an oath of office. The City Commission appoints a city attorney and judge, who must meet specific qualifications. The city has extensive powers, including taxation, eminent domain, and public utilities regulation.