Minnesota Election Trends

September 9, 1980

Referendum 80

Proposal to allow the City Council to appoint the Fire Chief for a 4-year term, subject to the Mayor's approval (51% needed for passage).

Referendum adopted.

November 4, 1980

Referendum 81

Proposal to change the Mayor's term of office to 4 years (51% needed for passage).

Referendum adopted.

Referendum 82

Proposal to create a Reapportionment Commission to draw the Ward boundaries (51% needed for passage).

Referendum adopted.