TRAVERSE CITY — Tomorrow is election day, and Nine and Ten News wants to make sure you’re prepared to cast your vote.

Traverse City has three different proposals on the ballot this year--- and the language can get a little confusing.

We spoke to Traverse City Attorney Lauren Trible-Laucht to break down a proposed ethics ordinance requirement.

“An ethics ordinance really just covers multiple issues that can come up during the course of business, like conflicts,” Trible-Laucht said. “That’s probably the most general thing that comes up.”

The ordinance applies to city employees. The commission has already adopted its own ethical standards, but putting the issue in front of voters will enshrine it in law.

“It’s good for business,” said City Manager Benjamin Marentette. “It helps build pub

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