Citizens Group Opposes Changes

A new group has formed to oppose the charter changes proposed on the November 4th ballot. Known as Amendments 3 and 4, those changes - if approved by voters - would have a profound effect on Knox County governance.

The group, Citizens Committed to Save Our Right to Vote, filed papers Wednesday and are now raising funds to help make voters aware of why they believe voters should turn back the two amendments.

The treasurer of the group is Frank Leuthold, a former Knox County Commissioner. He believes the charter changes are really about getting "at metro government."

Supporters of the charter changes have repeatedly denied that allegation. Look for both sides in this debate to become more visible in the coming days.