Bill > H4171

This bill amends Chapter 271 of the acts of 1933 to provide a specific process for filling vacancies among town meeting members in Milford. Under the new provision, if a vacancy occurs in a precinct's town meeting membership—whether due to an election failure or any other reason—the remaining members from that precinct can fill the seat by selecting a new member from among the registered voters in that precinct. The Town Clerk is required to notify precinct members of the vacancy and call a special meeting to address it. During this meeting, which requires a majority of precinct members to constitute a quorum, members will elect a chairman and clerk, and choose a new member by ballot, with a majority vote required for selection. The chosen member must provide a written acceptance and will be deemed elected and qualified, subject to review by all town meeting members. This bill aims to provide a clear, structured approach to maintaining full representation in Milford's town meeting by allowing precincts to quickly fill any unexpected vacancies. The legislation will take effect immediately upon its passage.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4171