Notizie.it editorial team Polls open in Sicily
Today, from 8:22 to XNUMX:XNUMX, the second-level elections will take place in the former regional provinces of Sicily, an event that has been awaited for years. These elections represent a significant step towards the restoration of a democratic system that was abolished eleven years ago. Until now, the former provinces were run by government commissioners, depriving citizens of direct representation.
The new electoral system
For the first time, approximately 4.000 administrators and city councilors were called to cast their vote to elect six presidents and 68 councilors of the Free Consortia of Trapani, Agrigento, Caltanissetta, Enna, Ragusa and Siracusa. In addition, 50 members of the three Metropolitan Cities of Palermo, Catania and Messina will be elected, where the role of president is rightfully held by the mayors. This new electoral system provides for a weighted vote, in which the vote of an elector of a large Municipality has a greater weight, proportional to the population of the territory to which it belongs.
Voting Details
In Palermo, voters from the 82 municipalities of the province will be able to cast their vote for 18 members of the metropolitan council. An identical number of representatives will also be elected in Catania, where 58 municipalities are involved. In Messina, however, there will be 14 members to be elected, with the participation of mayors and councilors from 108 municipalities. In the six Free Consortia, the number of councilors to be elected varies: 12 in Agrigento, 12 in Ragusa, 12 in Siracusa, 12 in Trapani, 10 in Caltanissetta and 10 in Enna.
A step towards democracy
These elections represent an important opportunity for Sicilian citizens to regain their voice and influence decisions that affect their territory. With the return to the vote, it is hoped to see a renewed commitment from local administrators to respond to the needs of the population. Active citizen participation is essential to ensure a better future for Sicily, and these elections could mark the beginning of a new era of local governance.