T. Discussion of the systems for local elections
Article 96 of the draft law establishes two separate electoral systems for local council elections. Under Article 96, the election of deputies of “city councils shall be based on a proportional system and election of aiyl council deputies – on a majority system”. Article 98 limits the right to nominate candidates for aiyl council elections to political parties. This is problematic as it precludes the candidacy of independent candidates. The Venice Commission and OSCE/ODIHR recommend that the draft law be revised to allow independent candidates to stand in local government elections, including aiyl council elections.