Stetson University to Host Forum on Amendment 4

On Tuesday night, a forum on Amendment 4, Florida Hometown Democracy, will be held at Stetson University. They expect a big crowd. Volusia County Chairman Frank Bruno will be the first speaker at the 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. forum titled, "The Public's Role in Planning for Growth and Development" in DeLand.

Deland, kicknamed The Athens of Florida, was founded in 1876. It is home to Stetson University, the Museum of Florida Art and is the County seat. It is known for its historic architecture, something we are trying to preserve in Lake Worth. "DeLand today is a gem of the Main Street USA movement begun by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the late 1970s to preserve small towns.

DeLand boasts three historic neighborhoods and it remains the sole Florida recipient of the 'Great American Main Street Award'. It’s one of just 55 towns to earn this prestigious designation by the National Trust."

The Amendment 4 event is free, and a light dinner will be provided but seating is limited. Register at stetson.edu/growthforum or call 386-822-7053 to reserve a space.

We expect our friends of Florida Hometown Democracy in Volusia County as well as the Sierra Club's Growth Management Committee to be in attendance.