Approval of an amendment to the Town of Panton charter to establish recall procedures for elected officers.

This bill approves an amendment to the charter of the Town of Panton to adopt procedures for the recall of elected Town officers. The amendment requires a written petition signed by at least 15 percent of registered voters to request a vote on the officer's removal. The Selectboard must place the recall question on the ballot for the next regular Town meeting or call a special meeting within 45 days. The recall vote must be held by Australian ballot, and if approved by a majority, the officer ceases to hold office. The amendment was approved by the voters of the Town on May 15, 2025.

Approval of an amendment to the Town of Panton charter to establish recall procedures for elected officers.

This bill approves an amendment to the charter of the Town of Panton to adopt procedures for the recall of elected Town officers. The amendment requires a written petition signed by at least 15 percent of registered voters to request a vote on the officer's removal. The Selectboard must place the recall question on the ballot for the next regular Town meeting or call a special meeting within 45 days. The recall vote must be held by Australian ballot, and if approved by a majority, the officer ceases to hold office. The amendment was approved by the voters of the Town on May 15, 2025.