House Bill 1439, also known as Senate Bill 1462, seeks to comprehensively amend the charter of the City of Ridgeside by replacing the existing Chapter 615 of the Private Acts of 1931 and its amendments. The bill reaffirms the city's corporate name, boundaries, and powers, including the authority to levy taxes, issue bonds, and manage public utilities. A notable amendment is made to the boundary description concerning the "Negro Baptist Church," ensuring precise geographic delineation. Furthermore, the bill establishes regulations for city elections, detailing voter eligibility, the election process for a three-member Board of Commissioners, and the timing of elections to coincide with gubernatorial elections.

In addition to governance structure, the bill outlines the roles and responsibilities of city officials, including the Mayor, Vice Mayor, Treasurer, and Secretary, and mandates a minimum of four quarterly meetings for the City Commission. It defines the Mayor as the commissioner with the highest vote count and the Vice Mayor as the one with the second highest. The legislation also establishes a City Court with a city judge responsible for enforcing city ordinances and collecting fines. Financial operations, including tax assessment and collection, are addressed, and provisions are included for repealing inconsistent ordinances while ensuring that current officials' terms and salaries remain unaffected. The bill requires a two-thirds vote from the City of Ridgeside's legislative body for approval and will take effect upon becoming law for certain provisions.