2025 Charter Review

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Barnstable County Charter Review – 2025

Every five years, Barnstable County undertakes a Charter Review process as mandated by the County’s Home Rule Charter. This periodic review provides an opportunity to evaluate the structure and function of County government to ensure it remains transparent, responsive, and effective for the people of Cape Cod.

The Assembly of Delegates is responsible for initiating this process and has established the Charter Review Committee to review the Charter and recommend potential updates. Community engagement is a key part of the review, and public input is encouraged throughout.

Stay informed by following updates, reviewing meeting materials, and watching recorded sessions as the process unfolds.

Members of the Charter Review Committee 2025

Dan Riviello (Assistant Town Manager, Provincetown)
Michaela Wyman-Colombo (Assembly Delegate, Select Board member, Mashpee)
Patrick Princi (Former Speaker of the Assembly, former Deputy Speaker, former Planning Board member, Barnstable)
Randi Potash (Chair, Assembly Speaker, Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Chatham)
Sheila Lyons (Barnstable County Regional Board of Commissioners, Select Board member, Wellfleet)
Susan Moran (Clerk of Courts, former State Senator, former Deputy Speaker of the Assembly, former Select Board member, Falmouth)
Wayne Sampson (Assembly Delegate, Finance Committee, Bourne)

2025 Charter Review Timeline

The 2025 Charter Review process follows a structured timeline to facilitate thorough evaluation and public participation:

January 2025: The Assembly of Delegates approved the formation of the Charter Review Committee and outlined its scope.
March 6, 2025: Members of the Charter Review Committee were announced, representing a diverse cross-section of county officials and community members.
April 30, 2025: The Charter Review Committee held its inaugural meeting to begin the evaluation process.
Spring–Summer 2025: The committee will conduct meetings, solicit public input, and draft recommendations for potential charter amendments.
Fall 2025: The committee will present its findings and recommendations to the Assembly of Delegates for consideration.
Late 2025: Approved amendments may be placed on the ballot for voter consideration during the next regular biennial state election, in accordance with the charter’s provisions.