HD 4825 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to the charter of the town of Fairhaven

HD 4825 establishes the official charter for the Town of Fairhaven, Massachusetts, defining its government structure and powers. The charter creates a "Town Meeting-Select Board-Town Administrator" system, with a five-member Select Board elected at large for three-year terms (overlapping) to set policy and appoint the Town Administrator. It details the Select Board's authority over budgets, appointments, and oversight, while the Town Administrator handles day-to-day operations under the Board's direction. This document directly affects Fairhaven residents by governing how local government operates and makes decisions.
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