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13 Vote Center Workshops Complete

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June 21, 2019 - As of this morning we have completed 13 Vote Center workshops - these public meetings inform the public about upcoming changes and seeks their input on our planning. To date we have engaged with hundreds of Orange County voters as we continue our outreach.



Neal Kelley
Registrar of Voters
 
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Number 13 is ready to start - Vote Center workshop with input from the community at the @BuenaParkCA Walter Knott Elementary School. Come join us! #voteoc2020 #protect2020 #ocvotecenters2020

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Vote Center Disability Access Assessments Underway
Vote Center Disability Access Assessments Underway

We recently updated our disability access survey tools to match the requirements at Vote Centers. The analysis of each site is extensive, taking on average four hours to complete with a team of three staff members. Our review includes path of travel, curb ramps and transportation access. To date we have completed 15 (of 188) locations.

Criminal Penalties Being Added to Ballot Envelope
Criminal Penalties Being Added to Ballot Envelope

As we prepare for an increase in vote-by-mail ballot mailings we are adding criminal penalty language to every return envelope. This warning includes language regarding ballot tampering - California law allows for ballot collection by third parties and it is a felony to tamper with the ballot.

Tabletop Exercises Focused on Election Security
Tabletop Exercises Focused on Election Security

This past week we hosted three days of election security tabletop exercises for local election officials using simulations of potential risks facing the election infrastructure. The exercises were led by officials from the Department of Homeland Security, one of our partners in protecitng Orange County elections.

Voters Rank Vote Center Criteria Importance
Voters Rank Vote Center Criteria Importance

Our survey data continues to grow as we engage with hundreds of Orange County voters at our Vote Center workshops. They have provided valuable feedback, including ranking what would be important to them - topping the list free parking, flexible voting hours and accessibility for voters with disabilities.

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