AN ACT REGARDING MOTIONS AT THE TOWN OF SCITUATE ANNUAL FINANCIAL TOWN MEETING

This bill proposes changes to the rules for the Town of Scituate's annual financial town meeting, specifically requiring advance notice for certain budget motions. Under the new provisions, any motion to increase or decrease recommended appropriations by $10,000 or more must be submitted to the town treasurer with signatures from at least ten qualified voters by May 15 to be considered at the June meeting. The bill also requires that notice of such motions be included in the official publication of the meeting agenda. Because this legislation alters local town meeting procedures, it is subject to a vote by Scituate residents at the general election on November 3, 2026, before it becomes effective.