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The Town was established in 1639 and incorporated as a Town in 1743. The Town is governed by a seven-member Town Council and an appointed Town Administrator. Local elections are held every two years in even years for all Town Council members. The Town adopted a Home Rule Charter November 5, 1968, under which all powers of the Town (including those powers formerly vested in and exercised by the Financial Town Meeting, which was discontinued) are vested in the elected Town Council.
The Town Council may enact local legislation subject only to the limitations imposed by the Charter, the State Constitution, and the General Laws. Under the Charter, the Town Council determines policy, enacts law, and appoints the Town Administrator.
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Meetings & Minutes
Access easily searchable meeting agendas and minutes for various boards, commissions, and committees.
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Middletown TV
All the major meetings of Middletown, all available at any time on Middletown TV. Town Council, Zoning Board, Planning Board and more whenever you need them for free.
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Boards & Committees
Discover the boards and committees that drive your local government. Find agendas, member information, and other meeting details.
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Board & Committee Vacancies
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The Navy In Middletown
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Middletown Shares
Middletown Shares is a new, town-sponsored community platform for residents, businesspeople and visitors to learn and discuss about some of the ongoing issues of Middletown.
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Notify Me
Get all things Middletown delivered to your inbox for free. Stay up to date on the town, its residents, businesses and more at https://mdl.town/NotifyMe online.
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Departments
Get information regarding the departments dedicated to keeping the community moving.
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Disclaimer
Read the disclaimer about the Town of Middletown website.
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Elected Officials
See our town's publicly elected officials.
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Middletown Merchandise
The official store of the Town of Middletown, where you can buy everything from sweats and tees to Middletown hats, flags, blankets and more. Buy with confidence from our local partners NPT Sportswear, with free local pick ups available. And best yet, every dollar raised goes to supporting our parks and playgrounds.
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Town Calendar
Access calendars to view upcoming events.
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Town Charter & Code of Ordinances
Explore the Town Charter and Code of Ordinances.
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Town Council
Find agendas, member information, and other meeting details for the Town Council.
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Town Council Meeting Public Participation Form
Looking to speak to the Town Council about a matter not on the latest meeting agenda? Fill out the enclosed form online and submit it no later than 5 pm of the Town Council meeting day to be heard. Remember, personnel and job performance issues will NOT be considered.
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Public Records Request
Guidelines for a public records request from town officials