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Conroe council sends broad package of charter amendments to November ballot after debate
Summary
The Conroe City Council voted Aug. 14 to place a wide-ranging package of charter amendments on the Nov. 4 special-election ballot, approving most propositions after debate over timing and citizen input; Proposition B failed and Proposition E died for lack of motion.
Conroe — The Conroe City Council on Aug. 14 voted to place a broad package of proposed charter amendments on a Nov. 4 special-election ballot after extended public comment and council debate.
The ordinance calling the special election passed by roll call. Councilmembers voted to send measures that would, if approved by voters, change the city's form of government to a council‑manager system; modify agenda, appointment and office rules; set recall petition requirements; and cap certain mayor and council compensation. At least one proposed change — Proposition B, to shorten terms from four years to two — failed, and Proposition E (prohibiting physical offices in city facilities for mayor/council) died for lack of motion.
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