County Seeks Public Input on Elections Administration

Santa Cruz County will hold a series of meetings on local voting and elections administration and is asking the public to provide input on voting preferences and ways to increase voter participation.

As elections evolve under the Voter’s Choice Act (VCA), the County Clerk/Elections is seeking to better understand voter behavior and preferences. While the VCA model offers flexibility, including increased early voting and the option to cast a ballot at any vote center, many voters are still choosing to vote near home and close to Election Day similar to the traditional polling place model.

The meetings will be an opportunity to hear directly from voters about when and how they cast their ballots, what accessibility services matter most to them, and how they prefer to receive information about upcoming elections. Feedback helps ensure services are effective, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of the community.

Light snacks and bilingual staff will be available at each meeting. For more information email info@votescount.santacruz countyca.gov or call (831) 454-2060.

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Community Meetings

• Aptos Public Library: June 16, 4–5:30 p.m.
• Simpkins Swim Center: June 23, 6–7:30 p.m.
• Scotts Valley Library: July 1, 4–5:30 p.m.