NOV. 3 BALLOT
Proposition 5
Monday, October 26, 2009
Election Day issue
Texans go to the polls Nov. 3 to vote on 11 proposed state constitutional amendments. Each day through Nov. 1, we'll take a closer look at one ballot proposition.
Prop. 5
Proposition 5 allows a consolidated appraisal review board for appraisal districts that contain more than one county. Currently, each county must have its own review board.
Supporters say: The change would allow review boards to operate more efficiently, especially in sparsely populated counties where it's difficult to find people to serve on the boards.
Opponents say: Local review boards know their county markets best, and bringing in outsiders could result in a loss of local control.
Early voting ends Friday.
— Source: House Research Organization
For more information on all the proposed amendments, visit statesman.com/virtualcapitol and click on the link under 'Nov. 2009 election.'
