Graham, Donna
From: Sherry Dutzy @
Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2021 5:23 PM
To: Graham, Donna
Subject: In support of placing a charter amendment on the ballot
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Dear BOA:
iam unable to attend the public hearing this evening due to a meeting conflict. |am in favor of placing on the ballot the
change to the City Charter that would allow Nashua to choose its Police Commissioners. My experience in the
Legislature has shown that there is very little vetting/oversight to a nomination when it doesn’t relate to state
government. Additionally, at any given time there can be 300 openings to boards and commissions making the process
more of a rubber stamp. One person makes a recommendation, the Executive Council votes on it as one of 50-60 agenda
items and it comes at the end of the meeting. Having nominations made and vetted by local residents, along with
creating a 5-member commission rather than 3, will allow for a more thoughtful process. Also, several safeguards are
being put in place to promote a commission that reflects the diversity and strength of Nashua. As of now, in the 80+
year history of the commission, only 1 woman served. ALL others have been white men.
Best regards,
Sherry Dutzy
18 Swart Terrace
Nashua, NH 03064
