Board Of Selectmen -
: Serving as the civilian authority for police and public works in some states, like Connecticut.
: Managing town finances and budgets, though they must often present these for final approval at a Town Meeting. board of selectmen
: Appointing members to various town boards and committees, as well as hiring certain town officials. : Serving as the civilian authority for police
A (increasingly referred to as a Select Board ) is the executive arm of local government for most towns in New England, serving as the primary governing body responsible for administrative and policy decisions. Core Role and Structure board of selectmen
The specific duties of a board are often defined by state statutes (such as RSA 41:8 in New Hampshire) and include:
