Voters in Emmitsburg chose continuity mixed with a touch of familiarity as they elected an incumbent and a former commissioner to fill two available seats on the town’s Board of Commissioners. In a straightforward decision, residents opted for leadership they already know.

After living and voting in Brattleboro for 45 years, one resident is championing the Representative Town Meeting. With the vote approaching, they argue that this form of governance remains well-suited to local needs and decision-making.