Support groups, as well as opposition groups will develop at this time. The educational committee should be prepared to work with all groups to provide better information to the citizens of the community. Referendum Vote Voting is the responsibility of the citizens. If the proposal is defeated, an evaluation should be done. If the resolution does not pass, the attempt should not be considered a failure.
Voters exercise the right to decide on options for the future.
If the process is conducted in a careful and precise manner, voters will not feel manipulated and should perceive that they are involved in the decision making process. All educational programs conducted by Ohio State University Extension are available to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or Vietnam-era veteran status. Keith L. Smith, Associate Vice President for Ag. Adm. and Director, OSU Extension.