Bennington charter group does not endorse “strong mayor” structure in final report

Bennington Charter Review Committee members speak at a meeting earlier this year about the mayoral option for town government. The group is reviewing the current charter and will give the Selectboard recommendations for revisions. Photo by Jim Therrien/VTDiggerBENNINGTON — In its final report, the Charter Review Committee recommends allowing local option taxes, adds accountability provisions for the town manager and select board members and favors a defined ceremonial role for the board ch