The bill amends the governing structure of the Greater Naples Fire Rescue District in Collier County by updating the election process for fire commissioners. It specifies that the board of commissioners will be comprised of five members, with elections for these positions to be held district-wide (at large) starting with the November 2028 election. The bill removes previous provisions regarding the initial composition of the board and the terms of specific seats, streamlining the election process and eliminating the requirement for certain members to be elected from designated divisions.
Additionally, the bill mandates a referendum to be held in conjunction with a general or special election in Collier County by December 31, 2026. The referendum will ask voters whether they support the transition to a district-wide election system for the fire commissioners, replacing the current system that designates specific divisions for board member elections. The bill will take effect only if approved by a majority of voters in the referendum, while certain sections will become law immediately upon passage.