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Petition filed for county board form of government to appear on April 14 ballot
Summary
Petitioners gathered signatures for an April 14 ballot asking whether Charles City County should adopt a county board form of government that would add an at-large member; supporters say it will allow more continuous discussion while opponents worry about ties and representation changes.
Jared Kline told the Board March 24 that petitioners had collected the required signatures to place a question on the April 14 ballot asking whether Charles City County should change to the county board form of government. He said the proposal would add an at-large Board member, expanding the Board from three to four members, and explained how quorum and voting dynamics would change if approved.
Kline acknowledged concerns about tie votes but said requiring three votes to pass an item will encourage collaboration and compromise. He offered to answer questions and noted informational materials were available for residents who wanted more details ahead of the referendum.
