extending the timeframe for filing citizen referendum petitions in the town of Bridgewater
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill amends the town charter of Bridgewater, Massachusetts, to extend the deadline for residents to gather signatures for a citizen referendum petition. Currently, a petition must be filed within 30 days of a measure’s final passage. This amendment allows for a 30-day extension, giving voters more time to organize and present their concerns to the town council. The town council will then reconsider the measure and, if necessary, put it to a vote.
Key provisions
- Extends the timeframe for filing citizen referendum petitions to 30 days after final passage of a measure.
- Requires a petition signed by at least 5% of Bridgewater’s registered voters.
- The petition must be addressed to the town council.
- If a petition is filed within the extended timeframe, the measure is suspended.
- The town council must reconsider the measure.
- If the measure is not entirely rescinded, it will be put to a vote.
- The vote can occur at the next regular town election or a special election.
Who is affected
- Residents of Bridgewater, Massachusetts
- The Bridgewater Town Council
- Registered Voters in Bridgewater
Notable changes
- Increases the time allowed to file a citizen referendum petition from 30 days to 30 days after final passage.
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Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
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