H5412

Relative to the charter and the town clerk in the town of Falmouth

Complete·6/22/26
Introduced Text

Amends Falmouth's charter to appoint the town clerk instead of electing them, effective immediately.

This bill amends the charter of Falmouth, Massachusetts, to change the appointment process for the town clerk. Instead of being elected, the town clerk will be appointed by the town manager, subject to approval by the town select board. The bill also abolishes the elected position of town clerk, with the current elected incumbent becoming the first appointed clerk. The appointed clerk will serve for the remainder of the incumbent's term or until resignation, retirement, or removal. The town clerk will maintain all existing powers, duties, and benefits as outlined by law.

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History

Jun 22

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2026

Jun 15

House

Enacted

Jun 15

Senate

Enacted and laid before the Governor