Charter Review Committee - 06/24/2026

The Town of Bridgewater, MA Charter Review Committee convened on June 24, 2026, to discuss the scope of their review and strategies for gathering resident input on potential charter amendments. A key procurement-related decision was the committee's motion, passed unanimously, to focus their scope on amending or updating the charter while allowing for recommendations to study changes in the form of government if public input indicates strong interest. The committee deliberated on methods to maximize resident engagement, including surveys and public forums, and discussed logistical considerations such as survey distribution channels and data management. They formed task groups to develop the survey and public forums and planned to review progress at the next meeting. The committee also voted to cancel the July 8 meeting to allow more time for substantive work. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were made, but discussions about leveraging town IT resources for survey distribution and potential costs were noted. The committee emphasized the importance of public education on the charter and form of government to inform future recommendations.