What is the first step in the initiative process?
An initiative petition must be filed with the City Clerk signed by registered voters of Kansas City, Mo., equal in number to at least 5 percent of the total votes cast for candidates for the office of mayor at the last preceding regular municipal election. Contact the Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners or the city clerk to find out the exact number of people who cast a vote for candidates for the office of mayor at the last preceding regular municipal election. [Charter Sec.