As part of the rich history of local governance in the Commonwealth, every town is required to hold at least one meeting annually. In Hamilton, our by-law mandates that the Annual Town Meeting take place on the first Saturday in April each year. This year’s Annual Town Meeting takes place Saturday, April 5, 2025, and begins at 9 A.M. at the Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School. This important event will bring together the voices of Hamilton’s registered voters, who serve as the legislative body of our town.
Town Meeting is an integral part of our community’s decision-making process. It is an open-forum where residents gather to discuss, ask questions and vote on important issues affecting the town. In Hamilton, every registered voter has the opportunity to influence local policies and decisions ensuring that every vote is impactful. The Town Moderator is responsible for overseeing Hamilton’s Annual Town Meeting proceedings. The Moderator ensures that discussions are orderly, addresses questions of procedure, and announces the results of all votes.
Additional Resources
How Town Meeting works >> Town Meeting
View the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Citizens Guide to Town Meeting
2025 Town Meeting & Town Election information from the Hamilton Town Clerk >> Town Clerk’s 2025 Annual Town Election & Annual Town Meeting
Register to Vote
The last day to register to vote at both Town Meeting and the Town Election is Wednesday, March 26 at 5 P.M.
2025 Town Meeting Location
Annual Town Meeting takes place at the Hamilton Wenham Regional High School, 775 Bay Road, South Hamilton, in the performance auditorium with a second family-friendly space in the nearby cafeteria. Students in the local honors society often volunteer to help provide childcare support. For details on family-friendly support initiatives, please contact the HW Recreation Department or Town Manager’s Office.
