House Bill 1425 amends the salary structure for elected officials in the City of Red Boiling Springs by revising Article IV of Chapter 120 of the Private Acts of 1953. The bill establishes that the annual salary for the mayor will be no less than $18,200, paid in monthly installments of $1,516.66. Additionally, it sets the minimum annual salary for council members at $1,800, paid in monthly installments of $150. The council retains the authority to set their own salaries and fringe benefits through an ordinance, provided that any changes comply with Article XI, Section 9 of the Tennessee State Constitution. The bill also allows for reimbursement of expenses incurred by the mayor and council in the performance of their duties, as per an adopted travel and reimbursement ordinance.
Furthermore, the bill specifies that it will not affect the salary of any current officeholder until the end of their term, ensuring that incumbents are not impacted by the new salary provisions. The act requires a two-thirds vote from the legislative body of the City of Red Boiling Springs for it to take effect, with the presiding officer responsible for certifying its approval to the secretary of state. The bill is designed to enhance the governance structure of the city while ensuring compliance with state constitutional provisions.