Hamilton County Commissioners Debate Term Limits for Elected Officials

Hamilton County commissioners debate term limits for elected officials

The proposal, introduced by District 7 Commissioner Lee Helton, would limit county officeholders to three four-year terms, or a maximum of 12 years in office.

Term Limits resolution for Hamilton County mayor, commissioners, introduced

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A resolution that would create a referendum on term limits in Hamilton County government was formally introduced Wednesday. If passed, voters would get to choose whether or not both the Hamilton County Mayor and commissioners would be term limited to 12 years. Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp first proposed the idea last year as a way to ensure fresh ideas are being presented. Some commissioners voiced concern over wh…