Massachusetts: Fairhaven Selectman ousted in recall vote

Fairhaven Selectman Dan Freitas has been ousted in a recall, 1903-419, with Stasia Powers winning the replacement race, 809-785-660. Turnout was 19.5%, which was higher than the last election (19.2%). More people signed the petitions (2521 verified than voted). 

The recall effort over the search for a new Town Administrator.  Freitas says the recall is an effort from former town employees. Freitas also said that the Board of Health Chair Peter De Terra and Bice Chair Mike Ristuccia will also be targeted.

Notably, the last election had only 19.2% turnout (2290 voters).