Learn about proposed Florida constitutional amendments

ST. PETERSBURG – The League of Women Voters are set to host two info sessions. The public is encouraged to learn more about 13 proposed Florida constitutional amendments that will appear on the Nov. ballot during one-hour information sessions held at St. Petersburg libraries.

• Sunday, Oct. 14 at the Main Library, 3745 Ninth Ave. N, at 1 p.m.

• Monday, Oct. 15 at the James W. Johnson Community Library, 1059 18th Ave. S, at 5:30 p.m.

On Tuesday, Nov. 6, registered voters will have an opportunity to change the constitution by voting on such matters as increasing the homestead property tax exemption; allowing Florida voters to approve casino gambling; restoring voting rights to Florida felons except in murder or sex offenses cases; creating constitutional rights for crime victims; prohibiting offshore oil and gas drilling and more.

More information on all 13 proposed amendments is available at vote.lwvspa.org/election-guide/.

About your St. Petersburg Library

St. Petersburg’s Library System provides library resources to inform, connect, and empower our diverse community. It operates seven community libraries, including the Main Library, North Community Library, South Community Library, West Community Library, Johnson Community Library, Mirror Lake Community Library and a micro-library at Childs Park. For more information, visit splibraries.org.