MassachusettsMarshfield would set its select board at five members
If passed, Marshfield would have a five-member select board, and voters would fill three seats at the next annual town election.
What it does
If passed, the measure would set Marshfield's select board at five members. Their terms would be arranged so nearly equal numbers end each year.
At the first annual town election after passage, voters would fill three select board seats. Two would have three-year terms, and one would have a two-year term.
Argument forA five-member board could give Marshfield residents more people to bring their concerns to.
Argument againstFilling three seats at once could make it harder for Marshfield voters to compare candidates in that election.
More detail
Marshfield would set its select board at five members and stagger when their terms end. These rules cover Marshfield's select board. These charter rules would take effect upon passage.
Marshfield would offer three select board seats at an annual town election. The seats are on Marshfield's select board. Two seats would have three-year terms, and one would have a two-year term. The seats would be available at the annual town election after passage.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 29Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional GovernmentIntroduced
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