Charter Hearing – January 8, 2015

TOWN OF NEWFANE

PUBLIC HEARING

JANUARY 8, 2015

Selectboard Members Present:  Christine Druke, Gary Katz, Mike Fitzpatrick, Gloria Cristelli

Committee Members Present: Greg Record, Larry Robinson, David Cotton

(There were approximately 55 members of the public in attendance.)

The Town of Newfane held a Public Hearing on January 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the NewBrook Fire Department.

The purpose of the Hearing was to hear public comment and hold discussion regarding the merits of the proposed Charter, which would include the elimination of elected positions for Town Clerk and Treasurer.

Selectboard member, Gary Katz answered questions raised in a recent mailer regarding the proposed Charter.

A question and answer period ensued and public comment was heard.

The hearing adjourned at approximately 8:47