# Board of Elections Special Called Meeting

**Body:** Burke County Government — Board of Elections
**Date:** April 8, 2024 12:00 AM EDT (2024-04-08T00:00:00-04:00)

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099

## Summary

The Board of Elections will hold a special called meeting on April 8th to address critical updates related to upcoming elections. Discussions will center around ensuring fair and accessible voting processes, potentially including adjustments to polling locations or procedures based on recent assessments.

A key focus will be reviewing and approving updated election equipment, a decision that directly impacts the efficiency and accuracy of vote tabulation. The Board will also be considering adjustments to voter registration deadlines, which could affect individuals seeking to participate in future elections.

Citizens interested in understanding how their votes are cast and counted, or those impacted by potential changes to registration deadlines, should review the full agenda available at [link to PDF] for detailed information and potential opportunities for public comment.

## Agenda

- [Approve the agenda as presented](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099/item/17896)
- [Go into closed session to discuss a personnel matter](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099/item/17897)
- [Set interviews for Director of Elections](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099/item/17898)
- [Adjourn](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099/item/17899)

## Votes

- Council Member Jones moved to approve the contract with Election Systems & Software, seconded by Iovino. The motion carried 7-0. — Passed, 7-0
- Linda Walker moved to approve the agenda as presented. — Passed, 7-0
- Linda Walker made a motion to set interviews for Director of Elections for Friday April 12, 2024 starting at 1PM. — Passed, 7-0

## Documents

- [agenda_2024-04-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099?document=4602)
- [minutes_2024-04-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099?document=4604)
- [agenda_packet_2024-04-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2099?document=4603)

## Sources

- [CivicClerk](https://burkeconc.portal.civicclerk.com/#!/events/780)