The Basel electorate is set to decide on voting rights for foreign residents, a proposal that has sparked debate. It requires a C residence status and a minimum of five years living in the canton. Advocated by SP member Edibe Gölgeli, the initiative could affect 32,000 individuals currently denied the right to vote. Support comes from the SP, Greens, and the local government, while opposition is led by the FDP and SVP, citing previous rejections of such rights in 2010. Initial results are expected by noon.