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MTAS was asked to analyze the distinction between fines, forfeitures and penalties and apply that distinction to the question of whether the city judge or the city council has the right to set forfeitures.

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MTAS was asked whether a probationary police officer, who had guard training on the weekend, is entitled to military leave and payment for work he missed during training.

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Job description for the position of Fire Chief for the City of Smyrna.

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MTAS was asked whether the city is legally required to give the chief of police a leave of absence to run for office of sheriff of the county.

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Eight Tennessee cities with an employee in a combined role as City Manager/Recorder/Treasurer responded to a request for information regarding salary ranges.

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MTAS was asked which city is responsible for correcting the sinking pavement problem along a sewer line.

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MTAS was asked whether an ordinance must be published if the city's charter contains no ordinance publication requirement.

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MTAS was asked to review and make recommendations on operating with committees.

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A brochure on building a rain garden and how public works can help with excavation and bedding materials.

Summary: A review of home rule, metropolitan and private act charters to identify selected criteria including the election of recorder or treasurer, employment a manager or administrator, elected city judge, employ a city attorney, interaction between board and staff, recall provisions, elections by ward or district, and compensation of elected officials.