Bill > H4738

This bill establishes a charter for the town of Brewster. The key provisions include: - Creating a select board-open town meeting-town manager form of government, with the select board serving as the executive branch and the town meeting as the legislative branch. - Outlining the powers and responsibilities of the select board, including policy-making, budget review, licensing authority, and appointing the town manager. - Detailing the powers and duties of the town manager, who serves as the chief administrative officer and is responsible for day-to-day operations, personnel management, budget development, and emergency management. - Establishing various appointed boards and committees, including a finance committee appointed by the town moderator. - Providing financial provisions for the town's budget process, capital planning, and annual audits. - Outlining procedures for amending the town charter and by-laws. - Addressing the transition from the previous form of government to this new charter. The bill aims to provide a framework for the town's governance that promotes active civic engagement, ethical and responsive leadership, and efficient management of public resources.

Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4738