AC Electoral Board 2026 08 13 Recording

The Albemarle County Electoral Board held a meeting on August 13, 2026, focusing primarily on election administration and operational issues ahead of the November general election. Key procurement-related discussions included budget considerations for election officer wages, postal services, copying, office supplies, furniture, fixtures, and technology maintenance and support, particularly related to ballots and election equipment. The board reviewed and approved the number of ballots to be printed, factoring in absentee ballots, with a total of 65,600 ballots ordered. They also discussed logistics such as delivery and storage of election materials, ADA compliance at polling places, and the scheduling of training sessions for election officials. Additionally, the board addressed signage improvements, password management for election equipment, and the need for consistent procedures and mentoring for election officers. A motion to approve the ballot order was passed unanimously. The board also noted the limited reimbursement received from the state for referendum costs. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but operational planning and budget allocations were central to the meeting.