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Maine State Employee's Association, 1 representative of the Maine Teachers' Association, 1 representative of Maine Municipal Association, and 1 appointed by the Governor.

Legislative History:

R. 1953, c. 82; 192.

5.19--Bureau of Public Improvements. Created by P.L. 1957, c. 340.

Duties--require development of long -range public improvements for all departments and agencies of the State; regularly inspect State -owned and leased buildings; report to controlling department heads whatever construction, repairs, alterations and improvements are deemed necessary; advise departments and agencies concerning engineering and architectural matters; review operation and maintenance of State-owned and leased buildings; prepare data at request of Governor or Legislature pertaining to existing or proposed public improvements; approve selection of architects and engineers, and plan for public improvements; inspect materials, equipment, and methods used and changes in plans in making public improvements; inventory all removable equipment belonging to the State; demolish obsolete buildings; maintain complete files of plans and drawings of public improvements; supervise State House and grounds; control the public park in Augusta; provide food services in the State Office Building; assign rooms in State Buildings; lease or approve leasing of facilities required by the State; purchase or contract for utility services; make rules and regulations.

Additional History:

P.L. 1957, c. 340. R. 1961, cc. 33; 35. R. 1963, c. 10.

5.20--Citizens Committee to Survey State Government. Created by P.&S. L. 1957, c. 186.

Duties-- cooperate in the further study of the operation of State government; the Constitution; the organization, administration, and financial system of Maine; and the effectiveness of State programs in meeting needs of the State.

Members--citizens and State Legislators appointed by the Governor.

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