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Aren't there only four types of local government? |
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While it's true that most Massachusetts municipalities fall under one of the following four forms:
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Open Town Meeting
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Representative Town Meeting
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Council/Manager
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Mayor/Council
Their decision is not mandated by statute. In fact, the Home Rule Amendment (enabling legislation that provides local charter authority) adopted by the Commonwealth in 1966 offers tremendous latitude in municipal governance structure. It is not necessary for Charter Commissions to chose only from those four.
Those interested in learning more about this topic are encouraged to watch the Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA) presentation during the August 17, 2006 charter review meeting on PACTV (re-cablecast on Monday 8/21/06) or by Clicking here.
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