Tallahassee City Commission makes Election Day a paid holiday
The civic holiday will cost the city $67,000, this comes as more local governments are focusing on voter rights and laws.
and last updated 2021-04-08 00:22:52-04
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) â Election days for city employees are now paid holidays. Voting on election day is more than just about voting too, this gives people the opportunity to give rides to the polls and be involved in other things, said Commissioner Jack Porter.
Tallahassee s city commission voting unanimously to make the change, with a $67,000 cost to the city.
Mayor John Dailey leading the charge as many local governments tackle voter rights and laws.