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Selectboard sets special election for June 2 to fill vacant seat
Summary
The Town of Manchester Selectboard set a Special Town Meeting election for Tuesday, June 2, 2026 to fill the seat vacated by Greg Cutler’s resignation; the board discussed process details and options for a candidates forum but declined to influence the outcome.
The Town of Manchester Selectboard voted during a March 24 special meeting to schedule a Special Town Meeting election for Tuesday, June 2, 2026, to fill the seat vacated by Greg Cutler.
Chair Ivan Beattie explained the petition-driven requirement for a special election and outlined procedural options, including appointing an interim board member until the vote. Town Clerk Anita Sheldon had provided several possible dates; the board selected June 2 by consensus. Selectboard member Heidi Chamberlain said the board “did not want to influence the election” and noted the difficulty created by the length of the unexpired term. Resident Mike Nawrath referenced earlier comments he had made on the issue, and Sean Dillon asked for clarification on the election process.
Zoom attendee Paige Vignola offered the town library as a possible site for a candidates forum to help voters evaluate candidates before the election. The board did not take further formal action on hosting a forum during the special meeting. Details about ballot logistics and official postings will follow from the Town Clerk’s office and are not specified in the meeting minutes.
