The Marblehead Town Charter Committee (TCC), appointed by the Select Board in April 2024, is tasked with researching, developing and proposing Marblehead’s first charter for the community’s consideration.
While respecting Marblehead traditions and long-standing practices, this charter will clearly define the roles, responsibilities and powers of various town officials and boards. This will lead to greater clarity, efficiency and accountability within Marblehead’s town government.
Public outreach is a crucial component of developing Marblehead’s charter. At the end of May, the charter committee will hold three forums in different venues to gather feedback.
The first forum will be a hybrid meeting Tuesday, May 27 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Abbot Hall. It will begin with a 40-minute comprehensive character overview followed by a 5 minute recess and then public comment.
The second forum will be in person from noon-1 p.m. at the Judy and Gene Jacobi Community Center on May 29. This forum is sponsored by the Council on Aging, and it will consist of a brief charter overview followed by public comment.
The third forum will be a morning online webinar consisting of a brief charter overview followed by public comment from 9-10 a.m. on May 29.
This fall, there will be additional forums and ad-hoc presentations as the charter committee continues to review draft language.
To attend the May 27 and May 30 meetings via Zoom, use this link: tinyurl.com/town-charter. For more information about the Marblehead TCC, visit marblehead.org/town-charter-committee.
