Government Structure and Cost Advisory Committee

We are looking for individuals willing to volunteer to examine the structure of the Town's local government, identifying areas of financial concern and weakness. Please see further details below.

 

This will be a five-member committee to include the Town Administrator, one Selectboard Member, on Finance Committee Member, and two Citizens. Members will be appointed by the Selectboard on the recommendation of the Town Administrator. 

Knowledge of municipal government structure is necessary. All persons appointed to the committee shall complete all certifications required by the Town Clerk and shall be sworn in prior to participating in any meetings of the committee.

Deliverables:

·       Establish the current structure of the Town’s government

·       Identify areas of weakness

·       Breakdown the historical cost of each department since FY22

·       Identify areas of financial concern

·       Identify possible areas of restructuring to strengthen the town’s government

·       Identify possible areas of restructuring to lessen expenses

Funding: None ($0)

Timeline of Findings: To be presented to the Selectboard at their meeting on March 1, 2027

Term of Membership: Ends after March 1, 2027

If you are interested in serving on this committee, please email the Town Administrator at townadmin@townofbarre.com.