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Summer Residents’ Bill of Rights

By virtue of being a taxpayer and an active member in this community,

  • I have the right to receive all municipal services enjoyed by year-round residents.
  • I have the right to make my voice heard to my board of selectmen or town council.
  • I have the right to speak at town meeting, provided that two year-round residents agree to sponsor me.
  • I have the right to submit petition articles at town meeting.
  • I have the right to attend all public meetings and view all public documents.
  • I have the right to challenge my town’s imposition of certain higher fees for seasonal residents.
  • I have the right to serve on certain town committees, or to challenge rules that prohibit me from doing so.
  • I have the right to organize other nonresidents to advocate for our common interests.
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