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City Charter Amendment Revising Timeframe for Holding Special Elections

Oviedo city, Florida
My vote power: High

What does this measure do?

City special elections, including ones to fill an empty council seat, would be held 90 to 120 days after they are called instead of 60 to 90 days. The city says this fits state election rules better and has no cost.

More about this measure

Proposed by: Oviedo City Council (Ordinance 1770)

The city's elected council acted after its Charter Review Committee finished its work. A city charter is the city's rulebook. Florida law says city voters must approve any change to it.

Source: cityofoviedo.primegov.com

A YES vote means

Special elections, including ones to fill an empty council seat, are held 90 to 120 days after they are called or the seat opens.

A NO vote means

Special elections stay 60 to 90 days after they are called or the seat opens.

Sources: cityofoviedo.primegov.com · clickorlando.com

Source: cityofoviedo.primegov.com