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Jackson Select Board adopts an 11‑point conflict‑of‑interest policy
Summary
The Select Board unanimously adopted an 11‑point conflict-of-interest policy and disclosure form on May 26, intended to require recusals in conflicts while allowing small‑town employees to hold outside jobs.
Select Board member Bob Thompson presented a concise 11‑point conflict-of-interest policy that he said was based on auditor recommendations and designed to be straightforward for a small town. Thompson said the policy emphasizes recusal when officials have conflicts but does not broadly restrict normal outside employment.
Board members expressed support for the practical approach and made no major changes during discussion. Thompson moved to adopt the conflict-of-interest policy and the associated disclosure form; the motion passed unanimously.
Why it matters: adopting the policy creates a formal, written standard for recusals and disclosure that the Town can use to manage potential conflicts among elected officials and employees.
