Members
Five members with three-year terms.
- Gary Champion, Chair, Town Meeting Appointment (May 2025)
- Edward B. Rauscher, Moderator Appointment (ATM 2024)
- Mitch MacDonald, Select Board Appointment (June 2024)
- Emilie Smith, Secretary, Finance Committee Appointment (July 2025)
- Jenny Connolly, School Committee Appointment (June 2026)
About the Committee
The Town Government Study Committee (TGSC) was permanently established by the December 10, 1962, Town Meeting vote. The TGSC composition, appointment, and responsibilities were added to Town bylaw Chapter 35, Sections 42-44 by the May 10, 2022, Town Meeting vote.
The TGSC is a Town resource for research on best lawful practice in Town governance and municipality organization, authority, and functions. The Committee makes annual reports and recommendations to the Select Board and Town Meetings.
Documents
Electric Light Department / Commissioners Report
Handbook For Boards and Committees
Link to Ipswich Town Charter and Bylaws
Contact the TGSC
tgsc@ipswichma.gov