The purpose of this ordinance is to establish guidelines for the organization
and procedure of appointive boards, committees and commissions of the Town
of Mansfield, hereinafter collectively called "committees."
[Amended 9-23-1974]
A chairperson of each committee, if not designated by the appointing
authority, shall be elected by the committee at its first regular meeting.
The election of a vice chairperson is also recommended. A secretary shall
also be elected at this first meeting. At the first meeting of each successive
year, the committee should elect officers.
A majority of the committee's membership constitutes a quorum.
Without a quorum, no action may be taken.
Each appointed committee should clear its publicity material through
its chairperson.
Official committee contacts with agencies outside of local town government
should be cleared through the Town Manager.