As used in this charter the following terms shall, unless the context clearly requires otherwise, have the following meanings:
APPOINT
To select a person to fill an office or to employ in the service of the town.
CHARTER
This charter and any amendments to it made through any of the methods provided under Articles 89 and 113 of the amendments to the Constitution.
GENERAL LAWS
The Official Edition of the General Laws.
LOCAL NEWSPAPER
A newspaper of general circulation in the town.
MAJORITY VOTE
A majority of those present and voting; provided, that a quorum of the body is present.
MULTIMEMBER BODY
Any board, commission, committee, task force or other such body of the town consisting of 2 or more persons, whether appointed or elected.
TOWN
The Town of Eastham.
TOWN AGENCY
Any office, department, board, committee or commission of the Town government.
VOTERS
Registered voters of the Town of Eastham.