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At the last Town Council Meeting on April 13th,
the council decided to seriously consider changing the Mayor and
Council Member’s term of office from 2 to 4 years. They decided to
hold two public hearing on the issue on May 10th prior to
the regular Council Meeting on the 11th when they will
decide on passage of the 1st reading of an ordinance on
the subject.
There are many factors to consider when deciding
on the term of office. To name a few:
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Will fewer candidates run
for office with the longer term?
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Will the Mayor and Council
Members be as responsive to public opinion with the longer term of
office?
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Do the Mayor and Council
Member’s term of office need to be staggered to prevent a loss of
continuity with all being replaced in one election?
Kiawah is unique in many ways and the above
questions need to be explored and discussed by all property owners.
While the KPOG Board was not yet ready to recommend a position on
the question of term length, the Board was definitely opposed to
making a change on the current schedule. They strongly recommend
that the Council take proper time to educate the public, allow
discussion, get feedback and only then seriously consider a change.
Above all, attend the Public Hearings at 1:00 and
7:00 PM at the Town Hall on May 10, and voice your opinion. |
