Charter Review Committee - 7/22/2026

The Town of Bridgewater, MA Charter Review Committee convened on July 22, 2026, primarily to discuss and refine a resident survey aimed at assessing public sentiment regarding the town charter and government operations. The committee debated the scope and phrasing of survey questions to ensure they focused appropriately on charter-related issues rather than broader town operations. Key motions included amending and striking certain survey questions to avoid leading respondents or addressing non-charter topics, such as town services and website functionality. The committee also planned stakeholder interviews with town employees and volunteers to gather informed feedback on the charter's effectiveness. Additionally, they discussed communication strategies for promoting the survey, including flyers and social media posts, and set a timeline for completing their review to present recommendations to the town council by April 2027. No contract awards, procurement decisions, or budget allocations were addressed during this meeting.