Bill > S1953

This bill establishes a process for recall elections in the town of East Bridgewater, allowing qualified voters to remove elected officials from office. To initiate a recall, at least 100 registered voters must file an affidavit with the town clerk detailing the officer and grounds for recall. The town clerk then provides petition blanks, which must be signed by at least 15% of registered voters in each precinct, including their residence. After verification by the registrars of voters, if the petition is deemed sufficient, the selectmen will order a recall election within 60 to 90 days, unless it can be consolidated with another upcoming town election. The recalled officer can run to succeed themselves, and other candidates will be nominated. The incumbent remains in office until the election, and if they are not re-elected, they are removed upon the qualification of their successor. Ballots will present the question of recall and then list candidates. No recall petition can be filed within six months of an officer taking office or within six months after a previous unsuccessful recall election, and individuals recalled or who resigned during recall proceedings are barred from town office for two years.