Department
Registration & Elections
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to alter the boundaries, specific to the June and July 2025 elections only, of voting precincts to streamline election processes. To enhance the efficiency of the election process, boundary lines for precincts with no assigned voters or those with similar districts are recommended for adjustment to consolidate related precincts. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
This Agenda item is presented pursuant to O.C.G.A. 21-2-261 and 21-2-262(d) of the Georgia Election Code.
21-2-261 a) The superintendent of a county or the governing authority of a municipality may, as provided in Code Section 21-2-262 , divide or redivide any precinct in that county or municipality into two or more precincts of compact and contiguous territory, or alter the bounds of any precinct in that county or municipality, or form a precinct out of two or more adjoining precincts or parts of precincts in that county or municipality, or consolidate adjoining precincts in that county or municipality, so as to suit the convenience of the electors and to promote the public interests.
21-2-262 (d) In any county having a population of more than 250,000 according to the United States decennial census of 1970 or any such future census, the powers and duties conferred upon the superintendent by this Code section and Code Sections 21-2-261 and 21-2-261.1 shall be exercised and performed by the governing authority of the county.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Open and Responsible Government
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
District 1 ☐
District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background: To enhance the efficiency of the election process, boundary lines for precincts with no assigned voters or those with similar districts are recommended for adjustment to consolidate related precincts. This change aims to reduce costs associated with emergency ballot printing, streamline equipment programming, and optimize voter roll management. Additionally, the department conducted a thorough review of voting locations in relation to voter residences to ensure convenience, while also confirming that polling locations could adequately accommodate the assigned voters. The revised precinct boundaries were submitted to GIS for validation and to create accurate precinct maps.
Scope of Work: The scope of work involved reviewing and adjusting precinct boundary lines to consolidate similar districts and eliminate precincts with no assigned voters. This included assessing voting locations to ensure they are conveniently located and can accommodate the assigned voters. The revised boundaries were submitted to Fulton County GIS for verification and creation of updated precinct maps. Additionally, all impacted Municipalities and County Commission Districts were forwarded the updated maps for review.
Community Impact: By ensuring voting locations are conveniently located and can adequately accommodate voters, this initiative promotes greater accessibility and convenience for the community. Ultimately, these changes will streamline the voting experience, reduce delays, and foster greater voter participation, benefiting the entire community during future elections.
Department Recommendation: Department of Registration & Elections requests approval.
Project Implications: The implementation of revised precinct boundaries will require updates to election-related systems, including equipment programming, labeling, documents, and voter roll management, to ensure smooth execution.
Community Issues/Concerns: Effective communication and outreach will be necessary to ensure that all impacted voters are informed of their polling location and/or precinct changes before the next election.
Department Issues/Concerns: The department will need to ensure all necessary updates to voter rolls, equipment programming, and precinct maps are completed accurately and on time.
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source: N/A
Exhibits Attached:
Exhibit 1: Precinct/ Location Changes and Maps
Contact Information:
Nadine Williams, Director, Registration and Elections, 404-612-3130