Title
Authorize the Registrar of Voters to consolidate and provide specified election services to certain districts relating to the conduct of the June 7, 2022, Statewide Direct Primary Election.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Authorize the Registrar of Voters to consolidate and provide specified election services to certain districts relating to the conduct of the June 7, 2022, Statewide Direct Primary Election.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
California Elections Code Sections 10002 and 10400 et seq., provide that a city or district may by resolution request the Board of Supervisors to authorize the Registrar of Voters to consolidate and provide election services relating to the conduct of an election.
Resolutions were filed by the following districts requesting that the Registrar of Voters perform consolidated services for the June 7, 2022, Election:
• Monterey County Office of Education
• Chualar Union School District
• San Lucas Union School District
• City of Del Rey Oaks
The services requested consist generally of establishing voting precincts and polling places, preparing and distributing ballots and voting materials, canvassing the voted returns, certifying election results and issuing certificates of election, and all other proceedings incidental to and connected with the election.
Resolutions are attached as Exhibit A, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, and Exhibit D respectively. All resolutions are also on file with the Clerk of the Board. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education also requests consolidation with the June election, consistent with their election cycle.
Further, the California Secretary of State provided notice to all counties for state, congressional, legislative and nonpartisan offices to be nominated at the June 7, 2022, Statewide Direct Primary Election. The notice is attached as Exhibit E.
Election services will be provided upon approval of the Board of Supervisors. The Elections Department routinely conducts elections on behalf of local cities and districts, which reimburse the County for all related expenses pursuant to a cost recovery contract with districts.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The agencies listed have requested that the Registrar of Voters consolidate their election with the June 7, 2022, Statewide Direct Primary Election. County Counsel has reviewed and approved the recommendation.
FINANCING:
There will be no additional cost to the County General Fund associated with this recommendation. California Elections Code Section 10002 mandates that all jurisdictions requesting election services from the County shall reimburse the County for the services performed.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
This item is in line with the Board’s vision for providing efficient service and cost neutral administration.
Check the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Initiatives:
☒ Administration:
Promote an organization that practices efficient and effective resource management and
is recognized for responsiveness, strong customer orientation, accountability and
transparency.
Prepared by: Jessica Cedillo, Assistant Registrar of Voters, Ext. 1499
Approved by: Gina Martinez, Registrar of Voters, Ext. 1499
Attachments:
Exhibit A - Monterey County Office of Education
Exhibit B - Chualar Union School District
Exhibit C - San Lucas Union School District
Exhibit D - City of Del Rey Oaks
Exhibit E - CA Secretary of State Notice of State Offices