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Charter panel votes to keep Board of Finance appointed after debate over accountability
New Canaan Charter Revision Commission · March 31, 2026
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Summary
After debate over public accountability and technical oversight, the Charter Revision Commission voted 8–3 to leave the Board of Finance as an appointed body. Supporters cited the board's technical budget role; opponents said election would increase direct accountability.
New Canaan’s Charter Revision Commission voted March 31 to keep the Board of Finance an appointed body, rejecting a proposal to make it elected.
Supporters of the appointed model argued the Board of Finance’s work is highly technical and is most effective when…
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