What is it?
Home Rule means “by the people.” Most local governments can only do what state laws explicitly say they can; Home Rule Charters are written locally.
What are the main changes Beaver Falls would experience as a result of the proposed Charter?
Local residents can propose legislation, changes to the charter, etc. by means of a petition. With enough signatures, the issue will be put on the ballot.
2. The structure of our local government offices, with higher qualification standards for positions.
3. Tax structure, shifting some property tax weight to wage earners.
