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Putnam County Legislature Overrides Veto to Let Legislature Remove County Attorney
Summary
On Nov. 25, 2024, the Putnam County Legislature voted to override a veto on Local Law 215 of 2024, amending the county charter to allow the Legislature to remove the county attorney; debate centered on separation of powers, a delayed effective date (2027) and alleged conflict with state law.
PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. — The Putnam County Legislature voted on Nov. 25, 2024, to override the county executive’s veto of Local Law 215 of 2024, a charter amendment that would permit the Legislature to remove the county attorney.
Supporters said the change is a safeguard when conflicts arise between the county attorney and the legislative body; opponents warned it could erode the balance of power and might conflict with New York State law. "This law I believe is flawed because it conflicts with the New York State…
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