Proposition V: A Redundant Amendment to City Property Rules

Proposition V proposes amending Section 9.01 of the Harker Heights City Charter to state that any franchise or easement involving the city’s public property, such as streets, parks, or alleys, must comply with the city charter, ordinances, and state and federal law.

Why Vote No?

• Unnecessary Addition: The city is already required to follow state and federal law. This amendment simply states what is already mandatory, making the change redundant.
• No Added Value: Proposition V does not provide new protections or benefits. It only reiterates existing obligations, which are already in place and enforceable.
• Avoid Unnecessary Amendments: Making unnecessary changes to the city charter can create confusion and clutter in the legal framework without improving governance.

Conclusion:

In summary, Proposition V does not address any real issue—it just restates what the law already requires. Voting no keeps the city charter focused and free from unnecessary amendments.

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