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Planning board outlines candidate filing window and transition to elected board; alternates remain appointed until 2027

Plymouth Planning Board · January 16, 2026
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Summary

Planning staff announced candidate filing will run Jan. 21–Jan. 30 for seats to appear on the March 10 ballot, and board members discussed governance changes: alternates will remain appointed by the select board until all planning‑board posts are elected (anticipated after the 2027 cycle). The board also set a two‑date community meeting option and discussed outreach videos.

The Plymouth Planning Board discussed procedural items relevant to upcoming elections and community outreach, including candidate filing dates and the timetable to transition the board to an elected body.

Joseph told the board that the candidate filing period begins Wednesday, Jan. 21 and runs through Friday, Jan. 30 at 5 p.m., and that candidates must file with the town clerk to be included on the ballot on Tuesday, March 10.…

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