Title
The April 2, 2019 General Municipal Election and Potential May 21, 2019 Mayoral Run-Off Election Mail Ballot plan.
Presenter:
Sarah B. Johnson, City Clerk
Body
Summary:
Pursuant to the requirements of Article 1, Chapter 5, Part 1, Section 113 of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended, governing the conduct of a Municipal Mail Ballot Election, the City Clerk submits the April 2, 2019 General Municipal Election and potential May 21, 2019 Mayoral Run-Off Election Mail Ballot Plan for City Council approval.
Previous Council Action:
City Council approved a similar mail ballot plan in 2016.
Background:
Pursuant to the requirements of Article 1, Chapter 5, Part 1, Section 113 of the Code of the City of Colorado Springs 2001, as amended, governing the conduct of a Municipal Mail Ballot Election, the City Clerk submits the April 2, 2019 General Municipal Election and potential May 21, 2019 Mayoral Run-Off Election Mail Ballot Plan for City Council approval.
Financial Implications:
The proposed 2019 City Budget includes $350,000 for election expenses.
Board/Commission Recommendation:
N/A
Stakeholder Process:
Several discussions with the El Paso County Recorder and his election staff concerning voter registration data, and other shared information.
Alternatives:
N/A
Recommended Action
Proposed Motion:
Approval of the April 2, 2019 General Municipal Election and Potential May 21, 2019 Mayoral Run-Off Election Mail Ballot plan.
Summary of Ordinance Language
N/A