Bay County commissioners unanimously passed a resolution asking you to vote against Amendment 4, commonly known as "Hometown Democracy."

Supporters contend it puts people back in charge, giving voters the power to change the community's comprehensive plan. They believe it will prevent unplanned, reckless over-development.

But, commissioners claim the amendment could prevent smart growth and stifle prosperity. They say holding elections on each zoning and land use change could get expensive.

Bay County commissioner Jerry Girvin said, "So, you have a combination of an expense for the taxpayer, all of us, and you have where it's slowing down business where the guy who's going to create a business or build a house says 'Forget it, I'll go somewhere else, Georgia, Alabama.' "

Girvin also says people might not understand what they are voting on because of the complex nature of some issues.