Sen. Robyn Kennedy

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Berlin, Massachusetts, to issue two new licenses for selling alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption. The legislation specifically designates these licenses for Berlin Liquors LLC and The Wine Cellar of Berlin, allowing them to operate without the restrictions that typically apply to on-premises drinking. Under the act, the town cannot transfer these licenses to different locations, but they may be renewed for new applicants at the same sites if all taxes and fees are paid. Additionally, if a business stops operating, the license must be returned to the town and can only be reissued within three years under the same conditions.

By Representative Mahoney of Worcester and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John J. Mahoney and Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michael Grant, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.

By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 7B) of Meghan Kilcoyne and Robyn K. Kennedy relative to insurance proceeds for injured police and fire personnel in the town of Boylston. Municipalities and Regional Government.

By Representative O'Day of West Boylston and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James J. O'Day and Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Holli Hill, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. House Rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Boylston to hire a police Lieutenant for a contract term of up to three years. It allows the town's Select Board to create an employment agreement for this position under the same rules and limits that apply to other municipal employees. The legislation specifically overrides previous state laws and local by-laws that might have restricted such a hiring arrangement.