Proclamation on the Governance of the Free Town of Beznov, 2016

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PROCLAMATION ON THE GOVERNANCE OF THE FREE TOWN OF BEZNOV.

 

CONVENTUS ADRIAE.

 

In the year 54 of the Age of Redemption and the Age of Resentment.

 

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BY THE FREE WILL OF THE DUMA AND THE ELECTED MANDATE OF THE EXILIC DUKE, THIS MISSIVE IS ISSUED IN THE SPIRIT OF A UNITED ADRIAN PEOPLE, GUIDED BY THE PRINCIPLES OF HONOR, DUTY, JUSTICE, LOYALTY, LIBERTY, AND WISDOM. THROUGH THIS COMMUNICATION, WE SHARE WITH YOU THE AFFAIRS AND STATECRAFT THAT SHAPE OUR FREE AND RESILIENT DUCHY.

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‘LO UNTO THE ADRIANS,

 

Let it be known to all subjects and denizens of the Exilic Duchy of the Adrians, and in particular to the good people of Beznov, that in the interest of securing the proper administration of the Free Town, ensuring its continued function as a prosperous and self-sustaining burghality, and upholding the spirit of the Fifth Franciscan Article, the following provisions are set forth by ducal decree:

 

I. TEMPORARY WAIVER OF THE FOURTH GRADIC RIGHT:

Whereas the Fourth Gradic Right, granted unto the Free Town of Beznov through the Fifth Franciscan Article, affirms that “the town has the right to choose a leader from amongst its own”, this right is hereby temporarily waived in light of the present absence of a functioning burghal government and a duly elected Maer.

 

This waiver shall endure only so long as is necessary to establish a proper and sustained burghal administration. It shall not be construed as an abrogation of the burghers' rights but rather as a necessary measure to preserve and reinforce the institutions of self-governance in Beznov.

 

II. APPOINTMENT OF AN INTERIM MAER:

To ensure the continued governance and stability of Beznov, Eadric is hereby instated as Maer of the Free Town of Beznov. In this capacity, he shall exercise all rights, privileges, and responsibilities attendant to the office, including but not limited to:

i. The oversight of burghal administration, ensuring order and the proper function of the town.

ii. The stewardship of commerce and trade, safeguarding the interests of burghers, merchants, and craftsmen.

iii. The enforcement of town law, upholding justice and resolving disputes in accordance with Adrian jurisprudence.

iv. The representation of Beznov within the Exilic Duma, advocating for its rights and needs.

 

This appointment shall remain in effect until such time as burghal governance is restored, at which point the Fourth Gradic Right shall be reinstated, and an election for the office of Maer shall be held as prescribed by the Charter of Self-Governance.

 

III. CRAFTING OF A CHARTER OF SELF-GOVERNANCE:

To prevent the future dissolution of burghal order, the Exilic Duke, in counsel with the Maer and appointed burghal representatives, shall draft and enact a Charter of Self-Governance for the Free Town of Beznov.

 

This Charter shall provide a codified framework for burghal administration, outlining the mechanisms of governance, election, and accountability within the Free Town, including but not limited to:

i. The procedures by which the Maer is elected, removed, or replaced.

ii. The formation and role of a town council or governing assembly.

iii. The powers and duties of the Maer in relation to both the town and the Exilic Duchy.

iv. The guarantees of burghal stability and self-sufficiency. 

 

IV. RIGHT OF THE CITIZENRY TO REINSTATE THE FOURTH GRADIC RIGHT:

As a bastion of Dumacracy and self-rule, the Exilic Duchy of the Adrians recognizes the right of the burghers of Beznov to reinstate their Fourth Gradic Right should they deem the waiver unnecessary or unduly prolonged.

 

Thus, the citizenry of Beznov may, through a two-thirds majority vote in a duly summoned Duma, revoke this temporary waiver and immediately call for an election of the Maer, provided that the Charter of Self-Governance has not yet been completed and ratified within a reasonable time.

 

Should such a vote be cast, the Exilic Duke shall hold no authority to contest the will of the people, and an election shall proceed forthwith to restore burghal self-rule without delay.

 

V. FINAL PROVISIONS:

Let it be understood and affirmed that this decree is issued not to diminish the liberties of Beznov, but to preserve and protect them. The Free Town, long a beacon of Adrian independence and trade, shall not be left to disorder or misrule, nor shall its people be denied their inherent rights due to the absence of governance.

 

Thus, by the will of the Exilic Duke and the Free Adrian People, may this decree safeguard the Free Town of Beznov, ensure the prosperity of its people, and secure its governance for generations to come.

 

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HIS GRACE, Mateusz of the House Sarkozic, Exilic Duke of the Adrians, Count of Aldersberg, Protector of Dumacracy