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Event Overview
Municipal elections in Massachusetts highlight local governance dynamics, with ballot measures on mayoral terms and recreational marijuana. The unopposed candidacy of Boston's mayor and competitive City Council races reflect the varying levels of political engagement and community priorities.
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55 Cities and Towns in Massachusetts Hold Municipal Elections
On Tuesday, 55 cities and towns in Massachusetts will hold municipal elections. Polls generally open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m., with slight variations in some communities. Key ballot measures include decisions on mayoral terms and recreational marijuana. Notable local elections are taking place in Boston and other areas. In Boston, Mayor Michelle Wu is running unopposed, and there are several competitive City Council races. Additionally, 33 cities in Massachusetts will hold mayoral elections, with significant races both near Boston and in western Massachusetts. Cities with weak mayor forms of government, such as Worcester and Cambridge, are experiencing political changes. In Worcester, the city council may see major turnover following a contentious two-year term. In Cambridge, a 19-candidate race is focused on housing and bike lanes. In Quincy, longtime Mayor Thomas Koch's allies face broad challenges.