February 18, 2011 You will find an Amendment on the ballot for the March 8 election. The language of the Amendment (see below) offers no insight into it’s consequences. Our current mayor and six former mayors are recommending a NO vote on this Amendment for the following reasons: A NO vote protects against electing a majority “slate” of three members at one time who would serve four years without challenge. A NO vote protects our current right to change the majority view on the City Commission annually, assuring governance is responsive to the wishes of the citizens. The Charter Review…
Commentary by Pete Weldon
