Committee Explores Remote Voting for Town Meetings
The Town Meeting Study Committee reached consensus to explore a five-town remote voting pilot program. Committee Member Ron Malur presented a comprehensive cyber security analysis highlighting how artificial intelligence has lowered barriers for hacking remote systems.
Town Meeting Study Committee · Meeting of August 31, 2026
WESTON — The Town Meeting Study Committee reached consensus to explore a five-town remote voting pilot program. Committee Member Ron Malur presented a comprehensive cyber security analysis highlighting how artificial intelligence has lowered barriers for hacking remote systems. Committee Member Michael Harrity expressed support for exploring the pilot while noting the need for clear cost information and security requirements.
The committee also discussed concerns about voter participation rates and alternative approaches such as expanded referendum options.
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Source: the Town Meeting Study Committee meeting of August 31, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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