Tag: town board
Roberts Rules: Modern Parliamentary Tools for Hybrid Me...
Robert’s Rules has survived since 1876 because it adapts to changing times while holding to its core principles of order and fairn...
Stay in Your Lane: Legal and Ethical Dangers of Town Bo...
Micromanagement may stem from good intentions - wanting potholes fixed quickly or finances scrutinized closely, but it invites law...
The Role of the Town Clerk: Cornerstone of Local Govern...
The Town Clerk’s office is an essential backbone of municipal government. As a municipal employee, recognizing the Clerk’s pivotal...
Why Elected Officials Should Prioritize Community Engag...
Community engagement isn’t a “nice to have” - it’s a core responsibility of elected leadership. By fostering an open, inclusive, a...
How Municipal Governments Engage Their Communities
For municipal leaders, investing in thoughtful engagement is not only good governance; it’s an essential part of strengthening the...
How to Run a Productive and Respectful Public Meeting
Running a productive and respectful public meeting requires preparation, fairness, and a commitment to civil discourse. When done ...
Explaining the Annual Budget Process to Residents
The annual budget process isn’t just paperwork. It’s a blueprint for how your town will function in the year ahead. By understandi...
What to Know Before Proposing a Town Law
Proposing a town law is a meaningful way to serve your community—but it comes with responsibility. A thoughtful process, legal rev...
The Role of a Town Board Member: Powers, Limits, and Re...
Serving as a town board member is an honor, and a serious responsibility. Board members are entrusted with the power to shape the ...
Why New Town Board Members Should Lead with Observation...
Restraint is not weakness — it’s leadership. Making informed changes with the input of those who keep the town running daily will ...
How to Work Effectively with Your Town Clerk
Treat your Town Clerk as a valued partner in delivering excellent municipal service. Good communication, respect for processes, an...
