Best practices for an engaging Town Meeting

Most of those who live in New England are familiar with one of the most pure expressions of democracy in the world – Town Meeting.

As rich of a history as there is with Town Meeting, there are no shortage of modern challenges.

Rethink Local Founder Alex Torpey, while Town Manager in Hanover, NH, worked with dozens of local and state officials and organizations such as the New Hampshire Municipal Association, NH Department of Revenue Administration, and NH Secretary of State, to develop a short guide to help officials, staff, volunteers, media, and community create the most engaging Town Meeting possible.

View the guide below! Thank you to all the officials who work to ensure our democracy thrives daily.

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