Finance Committee

Meetings

  • Monthly on an as-needed basis, except from February to April
  • Usually 3rd Tuesday of the month

Seekonk Town Hall

100 Peck Street

 Seekonk, MA 02771

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

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Committee Members

  • Matthew Salisbury, Chairperson
    Term Expires: 2023
  • Jennifer Argo, Finance Director / Town Accountant
  • Phillip Yan, Clerk
    Term Expires:  2024
  • Michael Brady, Member
    Term Expires:  2025
  • Michael Bradley, Member
    Term Expires:  2023
  • Normand Duquette, Member
    Term Expires:  2025
  • Joanna L'Heureux, Member
    Term Expires:  2024
  • Vacant, Member
    Term Expires:  2024

Mission Statement

The Seekonk Finance Committee shall provide advice and assistance to the Select Board and other town officials on financial matters by efficiently identifying, analyzing, and making recommendations on financial matters that have a material impact on the well-being of the Town of Seekonk.

General Information

The Finance Committee serves as the Advisory Board, making recommendations to the Town Meeting on the Town Budget and all Warrant Articles. In addition, the Finance Committee approves appropriations from the Reserve Fund.

The Finance Committee meets on an as-needed basis, except for the months of February - April, when weekly or biweekly meetings are held to review the Annual Town Budget and Warrant Articles for the Annual Town Meeting.

Overview


  • Appointed By: Moderator
  • Members: Seven
  • Term: Three Years
  • Meeting Schedule: Monthly
  • Legal Basis: MGL Chapter 39, Section 16
  • Purpose: Oversees and advises on the Town's financial matters. The committee reviews the proposed budget for the coming fiscal year prior to the Annual Town Meeting. The committee reviews, in detail, all monetary proposals to be brought forward at the Town Meeting and provide recommendations on each article for the benefit of the voters.