Vote Yes in November for a new county home rule charter

It’s been fifteen years since the last charter, and it’s time for an upgrade. Here’s what we have to gain by voting “YES” to the question about the Luzerne County Charter in November.

Vote “YES” for a 12-year term limit for all elected officials, more citizen participation in our ethics committee, and penalties against retaliation.

Vote “YES” for less bloat in County Council. Reducing the number from 11 to 9 makes it easier for us to know who we’re voting for, and to see the impact the people we vote for make.

Vote “YES” to give your elected officials the ability to better control government spending and protect Luzerne County from expensive and unnecessary lawsuits.

Vote “YES” for timely budgets, and an emergency fund for when t

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