Town of Bourne

The Town of Bourne is a municipal government serving the residents of Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. As a town government, it is responsible for providing essential services and infrastructure to its community of approximately 18,000 residents. The Town of Bourne operates under a council-manager form of government, with a seven-member elected Board of Selectmen overseeing the day-to-day operations of the town. The Town of Bourne provides a wide range of services to its residents, including police and fire protection, public works, parks and recreation, and community development. The town also manages a number of public facilities, such as the Bourne Public Library, the Bourne Community Center, and several parks and beaches. The town's annual budget is approximately $13 million. The Town of Bourne is committed to providing high-quality services to its residents while maintaining a strong sense of community. The town's mission statement reflects this commitment, emphasizing customer focus, integrity, innovative thinking, accountability, stewardship, excellence, sustainability, and inclusiveness. For more information about the Town of Bourne and its services, please visit www.townofbourne.com/council-on-aging.