Bill > H0506

This bill approves the adoption of the charter for the Town of Charlotte, which was approved by voters on March 4, 2025. The charter establishes the continued existence of Charlotte as a municipal corporation and outlines its governance structure and powers. Key provisions include confirming the town's ability to exercise all powers granted by the Vermont Constitution and state law, with the ability to enact ordinances and impose penalties. The bill specifically requires that land use bylaws (changes to local zoning and planning regulations) must be adopted, amended, or repealed through a vote by Australian ballot at a special or regular meeting. The charter also includes provisions for separability (if one part is found invalid, the rest remains in effect) and future amendments, which will be handled according to Vermont law. The act will take effect immediately upon passage, providing Charlotte with a formalized framework for local governance that builds upon existing municipal statutes while allowing for some local autonomy in decision-making.