Volusia County Municipal Election Information: November 5, 2013
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The Frame
Residents of DeBary and Lake Helen will vote on local representatives and four specific changes to the DeBary City Charter that affect council meeting procedures, attendance requirements, and election scheduling.
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DeBary voters
They will vote on local representation and four specific amendments to the city's governing charter.
Lake Helen voters
They will vote for the City Commissioner for Zone 1.
DeBary City Council members
They are subject to new attendance forfeiture rules and changes to how special meetings and workshops are scheduled.
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Summary
Key Facts
- Election Day is November 5, 2013, with polls open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.
- Early voting is available from October 26 to November 2, 2013, at the Supervisor of Elections Office in DeLand.
- Absentee ballots must reach the Department of Elections by 7:00 pm on Election Day to be counted.
- Referendum 1: Updates City Charter language to be gender-neutral and corrects references to the Mayor and Council.
- Referendum 2: Changes council member office forfeiture rules from three unexcused absences per term to three absences of any kind within any 12-month period.
- Referendum 3: Allows council workshops to be called by the Mayor or City Manager with 24-hour notice and removes the provision allowing special meetings outside the city.
- Referendum 4: Allows the Council to change election dates or qualifying periods to comply with state law or avoid conflicts with religious holidays.
- A public test of automatic tabulating equipment will occur on October 25, 2013, at 9:00 am at the Department of Elections Warehouse.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I request an absentee ballot?
Can I drop off my absentee ballot at my local precinct on Election Day?
What happens if a DeBary council member misses three meetings?
Why It Matters
Residents of DeBary and Lake Helen will vote on local representatives and four specific changes to the DeBary City Charter that affect council meeting procedures, attendance requirements, and election scheduling.
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Stricter Attendance Policy
The proposed charter amendment shifts from a 'three unexcused absences per term' policy to a 'three absences of any kind per 12-month period' policy, significantly tightening attendance requirements for council members.
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