Elections have consequences. Don’t forget that, Manatee County.

Wetlands debate illustrates why Manatee County residents need to vote, if they want change.

I’m stepping away for a few days of R&R this week, so, I won’t be writing about this week’s Manatee County Commission debate and vote on wetlands protections as they happen.

Regardless of what happens, the debate is sure to be yet another reminder that elections have consequences.

And only through elections — and voting — can voters clean up the mess they…