Bill > H4576

This bill authorizes the town of Bourne to amend certain provisions of its town charter. The key provisions of the bill include: - Changing terminology from "multiple member body" to "governmental body" and updating other language throughout the charter to use gender-neutral terms. - Increasing the number of select board members from 5 to 5, the quorum from 3 to 3, and changing the term "serve" to "act." - Providing the select board with additional powers to adopt rules and regulations, appoint governmental bodies, and maintain an active list of such bodies. - Updating the duties and authorities of the town administrator, finance committee, and other town officials and bodies. - Revising provisions related to the capital improvement plan, budget process, and financial management. - Enhancing public transparency requirements for meetings of key governmental bodies. - Defining key terms like "governmental body," "gender neutrality," "local comprehensive plan," and "strategic plan." - Making various other technical and administrative changes throughout the town charter.

Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4576