House Bill 2664 amends the charter of the Town of Stanton by making significant changes to its powers and the role of the town judge. The bill replaces Section 5 in its entirety, granting the town extensive powers, including the ability to assess and collect taxes, make special assessments for local improvements, issue bonds, and regulate public utilities. It also allows the town to create a design review commission to oversee the exterior appearance of nonresidential properties and multiple-family residential properties. Additionally, the bill deletes Section 18 and introduces a new framework for the appointment and responsibilities of the town judge, who must be a licensed attorney in good standing and can continue other business activities as long as they do not conflict with their judicial duties.

The new provisions specify that the town judge will have jurisdiction as authorized by the Municipal Court Reform Act of 2004 and will preside over municipal court, imposing fines and enforcing order. The judge's compensation will be determined by the board, and all court fees will go to the town treasury. The bill also outlines the process for appointing a temporary judge in the absence of the town judge and allows the board to enter into agreements for court services instead of appointing a town judge. The act requires a two-thirds vote from the legislative body of the Town of Stanton for it to take effect.