Town Of Richmond: Formation Of Charter Review Commission

Press release from the Town of Richmond:

June 18, 2021

The Town Council has approved the formation of a Charter Review Commission.  The purpose of the Commission is to study the Town Charter and determine if amendments are warranted.  If amendments are determined to be needed, they are presented to the Council for approval by the voters.  Code of Ordinances:Chapter 1.10 HOME RULE CHARTER AMENDMENT 1.10.010  Periodic appointment of charter review commission.A. No less frequently than every seven years after adoption of the home rule charter, the town council shall appoint a charter review commission to consider amendments to the charter. The town council shall solicit volunteers among the qualified voters of Richmond, and by majority vote shall appoint a commission of at least seven but no more than twelve members.B.  Within the period of time set by the town council, the commission shall examine the charter and recommend to the town council any amendments its members believe are advisable for the efficient operation of the town government. The commission may consult any appointed or elected town official and may conduct one or more public meetings.C.  The town council may accept the commission’s recommendations as submitted, may alter them, or may determine that no amendments are necessary. If the town council determines by a majority vote that amendments are necessary, the proposed amendments shall be submitted to the voters for approval.(Ord. dated 12-1-09)If you are interested in serving on a Charter Review Commission, please submit your application to the Town Clerk's Office no later than July 9, 2021 at noon. http://www.richmondri.com/DocumentCenter/View/370/BoardCommission-Application?bidId=

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