Adopt Resolution #19-223 Appointing Election Judges for the Special General Election on November 5, 2019

For each Election, Council is asked to formally appoint Election Judges to work the polling locations.  A resolution is attached appointing Election Judges to serve for the Special General Election scheduled for November 5, 2019.

Minnesota State Statute 204B.22 is attached.  The statute references the number of election judges that are required under the law. In this case, the minimum number of judges required is three per polling location.  Ramsey will have two polling locations open for the election.  Staff's recommendation at this time is to secure a total of twelve election judges (six for each location).   In almost all cases, a few judges are not able to work the day of the election.  Additionally, staff would like the discretion to schedule more judges for shorter shifts vs. less judges for the whole day; a typical judge working the whole day will work a 15 hour day.   Staff's goal will be to reduce any unnecessary hours worked, while maintaining good coverage. 

 Note:  The last day to appoint election judges is Friday, October 11, 2019. 

Monies have been budgeted in the General Fund under Elections for Election expenses and Election Judge pay. 

Staff recommends Council adopt the Resolution appointing Election Judges for the 2019 Special General Election.

Motion to adopt Resolution #19-223 Appointing Election Judges for the Special General Election on November 5, 2019.