approve2025-002
Councilor Stanganelli moved to accept 2025-002 as presented.
—2025-002 Overspend Snow & Ice Appropriation
2025-002 · BUDGET · INFRASTRUCTURE · 2025
An Order to request the City Council to authorize the Department of Public Works to overspend the fiscal 2025 snow and ice appropriation of $250,000.
Amesbury requests authorization to exceed the FY2025 snow and ice budget by $250,000 to fund winter removal and protect residents. Requires City Council approval under state law.
approved CITYWIDE
- STEP 1SubmittedJAN 14 2025
- STEP 2 · CURRENTApprovedJAN 28 2025
AI summary · plain-language
The City of Amesbury seeks authorization under M.G.L. Chapter 44, Section 31D to overspend the Fiscal Year 2025 snow and ice appropriation by $250,000. This overspend is necessary to fund snow and ice removal operations and protect the life and safety of residents during winter weather. Overspending is a tool the City has used in prior years and requires approval by the City Council. The DPW will manage the overspent funds in accordance with applicable laws and oversight.
Key provisions
§1 Authorizes the DPW to overspend the FY2025 snow and ice appropriation by $250,000.
§2 Authority granted under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 31D.
§3 Purpose to protect life and safety during snow and ice events.
§4 Subject to City Council approval as required by law.
Discussed at meetings
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City CouncilBudget & Finance Committee Meeting
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Councilor Frederique made a motion to return 2025-002 to the City Council with a positive recommendation.
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Refer 2025-002 to Budget & Finance and set a second reading date for January 28, 2025.