56. Citizen Petition: Amendment to Town Charter - Moderator Term of Office

Article 56: To see if the Town will vote to amend Article III, Section 3-7(a) of the Northborough Town Charter by striking the existing language regarding the term of office of the Moderator and inserting in place thereof the following: 

“Term of Office – A moderator shall be chosen by vote of the registered voters of the Town to serve a term of three (3) years.”
or take any other action relative thereto.

Explanation: This article amends the Northborough Town Charter to change the term of office for the elected Town Moderator. The proposed amendment establishes a three-year term for the Moderator, replacing the existing term specified in the Charter. This change is intended to provide greater continuity and consistency in the role while maintaining accountability to the voters through regular elections.
 

Votes Needed to Pass: 2/3 Majority

Current text of Article III, Section 3-7(a): Term of Office - At each town election a moderator shall be chosen by vote of the registered voters of the town.