September 22nd 2026 Regular Board of Elections Meeting

The Fayette County Board of Commissioners held their regular Board of Elections meeting on September 22, 2026. The meeting focused primarily on election administration matters, including approval of meeting minutes, scheduling of the October meeting, and detailed discussion of advanced voting dates and times for the upcoming November election. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to debating whether to add an additional Sunday of early voting to coincide with the national "Souls to the Polls" initiative. After considering public input, staffing challenges, voter confusion concerns, and estimated additional costs of approximately $7,000 to $9,000, the board voted unanimously to maintain the existing early voting schedule without adding an extra Sunday. The director also provided updates on voter registration numbers, absentee ballot applications, staffing, community outreach efforts, and an upcoming election equipment showcase for regional election officials. Board members discussed communication protocols for election-related correspondence and emphasized the importance of transparency and community engagement. No new contracts, procurements, or budget reallocations were approved during the meeting.