45. Conduct Public Hearing Amending Ord 08-15, Elected County Constitutional Offices

Lee Board of County Commissioners · 2026-05-05 · agenda_item

This item concerns a proposed amendment to the Lee County Charter regarding term limits for County Constitutional Officers. The Lee Board of County Commissioners is planning to hold a public hearing to consider moving a Charter Amendment to a referendum. This referendum, scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, would allow voters to decide on setting term limits for these officers to three consecutive terms. The process involves amending the County Charter through an Ordinance, and the adoption of this Ordinance would provide the necessary local legislation. This is an early stage in the public process, allowing for potential input before final decisions are made. The work involved is primarily legal and administrative, focusing on the legislative process for amending the county charter and preparing for a public vote. Local businesses involved in legal services, public relations, and potentially election services could be impacted by the process leading up to and following the referendum.