“Proposed Government Study Commission Sparks Interest Ahead of Luzerne County Election”
A new proposition has been included in tomorrow’s election ballots, requiring voters to decide on the formation of a Government Study Commission to review the current form of government in Luzerne County.
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Following the decision of the Luzerne County council to introduce this question on the ballot, potential modifications or alterations to the existing local government structure could ensue.
In this inaugural instance of the council voting to include such a question, Luzerne County Manager, Romilda Crocamo, emphasizes the critical importance of voters comprehensively understanding the question and how to respond to it.
“As this has significant implications for Luzerne County residents, it’s imperative to carefully examine the question and determine whether changes are warranted. If adjustments are deemed necessary, voters should select seven individuals they believe would effectively contribute to investigating and proposing recommendations,” Crocamo stressed.
Should the referendum gain approval, the seven council members receiving the most votes will constitute the government study commission tasked with evaluating various aspects of local governance, including the current composition of the county council and its adequacy in representing Luzerne County residents.
John Lombardo, Chair of the Luzerne County council, expressed support for the inclusion of this question on the ballot, asserting the necessity of certain adjustments to the local government system.
“We recognize the need for some changes, so I urge everyone to vote ‘yes’ on this. However, it’s crucial to assess the qualifications and merits of the candidates you plan to support in the election and ascertain whether you believe they possess the necessary expertise to scrutinize our county government,” Lombardo affirmed.
