Establishes a Citizens Redistricting Commission in Merced County to redraw supervisorial district boundaries.
The bill creates a Citizens Redistricting Commission in Merced County to adjust the boundaries of supervisorial districts following the decennial federal census. The commission consists of 11 members selected through a process designed to ensure independence from the Board of Supervisors. Members must meet specific qualifications, including residency, voter registration, and experience in analytical skills and impartiality. The commission must conduct public hearings and post draft maps for public comment. The board must provide funding and staffing.
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