The office of moderator exists in at least Connecticut (Mandell c. 2007), Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island (Advisory Opinion No.
[citation needed] Moderators serve for two years, beginning at the conclusion of the meeting at which they are elected (or when they qualify, if later).
(Exercising a Public Trust: Voting October 2008)' In cities, moderators are in charge of polling places.
The Australian ballot generally occurs the next day, and is presided over by the town clerk.
"(Colbert 2008) Town moderators are elected at the annual meeting and serve a one-year term.