Dorchester County Charter amendments on November ballot

CAMBRIDGE - On the Official Ballot of the November 5 Presidential General Election, Dorchester County voters will get to decide whether they’re “for” or “against” amending the County Charter by the following:

• Question A – Administrative Review: To specify that the review of administrative structure that is required every four years be conducted within the first fiscal year of each County Council term.
• Question B – County Budget Preparation and Adoption Dates: To change the date by which the County Council shall prepare the annual budget from May 1st to May 15th each year, and to change the date by which the Council shall adopt the annual budget from May 31st to June 15th each year.
• Question C – County Manager Residency: To remove the requirement that the County Manager be a resident of Dorchester County.
• Question D – County Manager Responsibilities: To clarify certain responsibilities of the County Manager, including the day-to-day operation of the County government, and establish procedures for certain vacancies.
• Question E – Director of Finance Residency: To remove the requirement that the Director of Finance be a resident of Dorchester County.
• Question F – Government Transparency: To ensure transparency of governmental functions, access to open meetings (in person or remotely) and access to public records.

The Ballot can be viewed at the Dorchester County Board of Elections Office, 1000, Goodwill Avenue, or by visiting the State Board of Elections website at elections.maryland.gov/elections/2024/index.html and clicking Dorchester County under 2024 General Election Proofing Ballots.