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Authorizes the town of Ramapo in Rockland County to elect four town justices
In Assembly Committee · Local Governments · Sponsor Kenneth Zebrowski
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Title of bill
An act to amend the town law, in relation to authorizing the town of Ramapo, in the county of Rockland to elect four town justices
Purpose
The purpose of the bill to allow the town of Ramapo to hold an election of a fourth town justice.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 of the amends subdivision 1 of section 20 of the town laws by adding paragraph 0, as it relates to allowing the town board of Ramapo in the county of Rockland to adopt a resolution at least one hundred fifty days prior to any biennial town election determining that such town shall have four town justices. The town board may also adopt a resolution creating an immediate vacancy to serve until December 31st of that year.
Justification
The town of Ramapo has seen an increase in the volume of court work over the past several years. The town court is the 13th busiest court in the state. They currently operate with three judges in its justice court and have requested a fourth judge. The increase in court work has severely impacted customer service resulting in large lines and delays for court appearances. A fourth judge would alleviate the increase in court work and allow the Ramapo justice court to serve its constituents more efficiently.
Legislative history
2009 - New Bill.
Fiscal implications
None
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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