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Relates to appointments to the water board of the city of New York
In Senate Committee · Rules · Sponsor David Weprin
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BILL NUMBER:S8320
Title of bill
An act to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the city of New York water board
Purpose of bill
To place limitations on the number of members of the Water Board the Mayor of New York City may appoint and give additional appointing power to the Speaker of the City Council and the City Comptroller.
Summary of specific provisions
This bill requires that three (3) of the seven (7) members of the Water Board be appointed by the Mayor of New York City, three appointed by the Speaker of the City Council and one (1) by the City Comptroller. The Chair of the board would then be duly elected by the newly appointed members.
Justification
The New York City Water Board sets the rates for water and sewer fees charged to all building owners, home owners and businesses in New York City. The members of the Water Board are currently all Mayoral appointees. This bill would give appointing power to two other offices of the city government and would offer a level of accountability to the rate payers.
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
None.
Effective date
Immediately upon enactment, although members may serve out the remainder of their two-year term even if they are made ineligible for reappointment.
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