November 2004 Municipal Election Sample Ballot and Charter Amendments

• •The General Election is scheduled for November 2, 2004, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• •The deadline to register to vote for the November 2004 election was October 4, 2004.
• •New Smyrna Beach proposed a $18,800,000 General Obligation Bond for the construction of a police station, three fire stations, and an emergency operations center.
• •Proposed charter amendments in various cities include changes to city manager appointment procedures, budget submission requirements, and city council meeting rules.
• •Voters are required to bring photo and signature identification to the polls.
• •Free transportation to polling locations is available for registered voters on Election Day, including specific provisions for persons with disabilities.
• •New Smyrna Beach charter amendments include provisions for the forfeiture of $100 for leaving a meeting without permission.
• •Proposed budget amendments include requirements for mid-year budget preparation and electronic transfer of funds.

Residents of these cities are voting on fundamental changes to their local government structure, including how city managers are appointed, how budgets are managed, and the rules governing city council meetings and elections.

Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.