The ballot question asks voters whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to limit commissioners from serving no more than two consecutive four-year terms, excluding terms of service prior to 2012. The item, if approved, would be included on the ballot during the General Election on Tuesday, November 6, 2012.

“I believe residents have spoken loud and clear on this matter – they want term limits,” said Commissioner Sosa. “It’s clear they also want to vote on this matter separate from the issue of commission salary. By placing this item on the ballot during the general election, the turnout should be much higher than the previous election concerning this issue, and the County saves taxpayer money by not holding a separate special election.”

This amendment is scheduled for committee hearing in March, if approved, the item will then be considered by the full Board of County Commissioners in April.

For more information, please contact the office of Miami-Dade County Commissioner Rebeca Sosa at 305-267-6377.