Why local newspapers say vote NO on charter amendments 1 & 2:
"Voters should say no to both measures and tell the county to start over.”
Sarasota Herald Tribune Editorial August 10, 2008
"Your No vote on both proposals will ensure the survival of a valuable safeguard in county government."
(Pelican Press Editorial August 13, 2008)
“Intentional or not, both proposed amendments set up roadblocks for citizens trying to get issues on the ballot.”
(Sarasota Herald Tribune, August 8 2008 by Eric Ernst).
Vote No against Amendments 1 and 2 because they…
• favor special interests
• are inherently undemocratic
• restrict a citizen’S ability to influence government
• unreasonably limit time to collect petition signatures
• will promote conflict and litigation in our community
• diminish home rule
