DATE:
March 15, 2022
07
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
AUTHORIZE THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS TO ENTER INTO STANDARD AGREEMENTS WITH CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF STATE TO ACCEPT VOTER'S CHOICE ACT FUNDING (DISTRICTS: ALL)
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OVERVIEW
On October 19, 2021 (21), the Board of Supervisors authorized the Registrar of Voters to implement the vote center model in San Diego County pursuant to the California Voter's Choice Act (VCA) and perform all activities required under the VCA.
The California Secretary of State (Secretary of State) from time to time may distribute funds to counties to implement the VCA. Today's actions would approve a resolution allowing the Registrar of Voters to submit applications and execute standard agreements (Agreements) with the Secretary of State as funding is made available, including a current proposed Agreement for up to $500,000, for reimbursement for outreach and voter education services. The Secretary of State has indicated it requires such a resolution for the Registrar of Voters to submit applications and execute the Agreements.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Adopt a resolution entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR FUNDS AND APPROVAL OF STANDARD CONTRACTS UNDER THE VOTER'S CHOICE ACT WITH THE CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF STATE
EQUITY IMPACT STATEMENT
A person's vote can influence policy and who represents them in government, which in turn impacts their environment, health, and quality of life. Having the appropriate resources to conduct a fair, accurate, and transparent election allows all eligible citizens to have a part in matters that affect them.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds for this request are included in the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Operational Plan in the Registrar of Voters. If approved, this request will result in revenue of up to $500,000 in Fiscal Year 2021-22, pending total expenses submitted for reimbursement. The funding source is ...
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