Town Charter - 2023
The Proposed Charter
In 2022 the Coalition For A Better Salem (CFBS) successfully advocated for the adoption of the new Town Charter which was passed by the Town of Salem on March 14, 2023. Below is the original information provided by CFBS for the benefit of future generations as they continue to to support our great town. CFBS is grateful for the efforts of the Charter Commission for their efforts.
Members of the Charter Commission in 2023 were: Bernie W. Campbell (Chair), Joseph Sweeney (Vice Chair), Bonnie Wright (Secretary), D.J. Bettencourt, Kevin Breen, Joseph R. Feole, John Janigian, Donna Loranger, and Kelly Moss.
On December 12, 2022, the Charter Commission adopted its final report regarding the Charter Draft that was written this summer. The Charter Draft has been approved by the NH Attorney General and will appear on the ballot in March.
To read the Charter Commission's Final Report, click here!
To read the Final Draft of the Charter, click here!
Hear about the Charter!
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Chairman Campbell explains why the Charter is important to give residents local control.
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Looking at how the Charter helps build a better Salem community through communication
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The Charter was build on compromise and consensus from both sides. All parties agree, this is good for Salem.
To watch the full presentation, CLICK HERE!
Charter Sales Pitch.pdf