An act relating to approval of amendments to the charter of the Town of Springfield

This bill formally approves amendments to the Town of Springfield's charter that were previously voted on by residents in November 2020. The changes establish new procedures for town governance, including how ordinances are adopted, how charter amendments are proposed, and how town meetings and elections are conducted. Key provisions require Selectboard meetings to use individual roll call votes, mandate that certain administrative roles like Town Clerk and Town Attorney be appointed based solely on qualifications, and create a unified budget request process for the Town Manager. The bill also clarifies procedures for appointing acting clerks during election periods and ensures annual independent audits of town finances.