"The New England town meeting is one of the purest expressions of democracy in the world. The tradition dates back to the earliest times of our settlement."

"Citizens have the opportunity to openly discuss and debate the issues affecting them, and by their votes direct how those issues will be managed for the coming year."

"The agenda for the business portion of town meeting is contained in the town warrant, which is a document issued by the selectmen ordering the inhabitants of the town to gather together for the conduct of the town's business."