Florida: Cape Coral Mayor facing petitions

Cape Coral Mayor John Gunter is facing a recall effort over a vote to turn over part of a creek preserve into a water and pumping facility. He also is facing criticism for an alleged $60,000 stipend that was proposed in the past.

Petitioners need 7000 signatures (5%) in 30 days to clear the first stage and then have 60 days to get 15% of voters -- so perhaps 21000? The stories don't seem to explain it.