S.2859

Amending the charter of the town of Sandwich

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Massachusetts S2859 amends the town charter of Sandwich, replacing references to "board of selectmen" with "select board" and making various other.

Massachusetts S2859 amends the charter of the town of Sandwich by replacing all references to "board of selectmen" with "select board." It updates the recall process, compensation, and residency requirements for select board members. The bill also abolishes the elected town clerk position, replacing it with an appointed role. Additionally, it modifies the budget appropriation limit for department heads and the assistant town manager. The act includes provisions for the election of a chair and vice chair for the select board and outlines the duties and responsibilities of these positions.

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History

Apr 16

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2026

Apr 8

House

Enacted

Apr 8

Senate

Enacted and laid before the Governor