Title
City of Gainesville Elections - Expanded Examination of Several Issues (B)
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) Approve a City Charter ballot initiative for Spring 2013 that would, if approved by the voters, move City Commission elections to the Fall of even years and extend the term of office to four years; 2) discuss possible changes to City ordinances regarding qualification requirements for City Commission candidates; 3) maintain non-partisan elections; 4) Hold a community forum to receive input from the public on the proposed ballot initiative; and 5) refer an overall Charter review process to the Audit, Finance and Legislative Committee.