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Charter commission advances option to let voters return to district-only elections for county commissioners
Summary
After debate, the commission voted to advance a proposal allowing nomination and election of Clallam County commissioners solely by district — returning the decision to voters — citing a public survey and representation concerns.
The Clallam County Charter Review Commission voted to advance a proposed change that would return the county to district‑only elections for county commissioners — meaning candidates would be both nominated and elected solely by voters in the district they would represent — and to place the question before voters through the charter process.
Why it matters: Proponents said district‑only voting protects local representation for geographically distinct…
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