Senate Bill 1733, also known as House Bill 2022, amends Chapter 14 of the Private Acts of 2011 concerning the governance of the City of Trenton. The bill introduces new provisions regarding the appointment and responsibilities of the City Recorder and the Chief of Police. Specifically, it stipulates that both positions will be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, and will serve for an indefinite term. The City Recorder is tasked with managing the city's financial records and operations, while the Chief of Police is designated as the chief law enforcement officer, responsible for enforcing state laws and city ordinances.
Additionally, the bill mandates that both the City Recorder and the Chief of Police must become residents of Gibson County within six months of their appointment and maintain that residency throughout their tenure. The act will only take effect if approved by a two-thirds vote of the legislative body of the City of Trenton, with provisions for its immediate effectiveness upon becoming law for the purpose of approval or rejection.