BOARD OF ELECTIONS ANNOUNCES CHANGES IN THE VOTING PROCESS

The HAVA, or Help America Vote Act, legislation that was passed by Congress after the 2000 Presidential Election is aimed at improving the administration of elections in the United States. Because of this new law, the voting process will require more time for voters to cast their ballots.

• Each voter must state his or her name, address, and party affiliation. They will also be REQUIRED to sign the voter registration book before being allowed to vote.
• Voters who registered by mail and have not provided identification to the Election Board will be REQUIRED to show identification to the precinct officials.
• Voters who cannot be found in the registration records will be REQUIRED to complete all paperwork before being allowed to vote a Provisional Ballot.
• Absentee ballot requests must be submitted in writing using the voter's own handwriting or an approved form from the Elections office.
• Each precinct will have visually marked curb-side voting for those who are unable to walk into the voting enclosure.