5: Can citizens of Rye petition to have articles added to the Town or School District warrants?

Yes. Pursuant to RSA 39:3, upon the written application of 25 or more registered voters, the Board of Selectmen or School Board must place a petitioned article in the Town or School District warrant, with only such minor textual changes as are required. The petition must be presented no later than the second Tuesday in January. RSA 40:13, II-a(b). Different rules apply to petitioned articles relating to the issuance of bonds and to land use issues, among other things.