The
Board of Canvassers is comprised of two Democrats and
two Republicans, appointed by the County Board of Commissioners,
according to State law, to staggered four-year terms.
Canvassers are responsible for certification of election
returns for all national, state and local offices.
The Board is also responsible for conducting recounts
for all units of government in the County. The Board also
inspects ballot boxes every 4 years. Administration is
provided by the Office of the County Clerk.
The
Election Commission is comprised of the Chief Judge of
the Probate Court, the County Treasurer and the County
Clerk.
The Commission is responsible for approval of ballot preparation
for state and county elections, conducts the preliminary
and accuracy tests of ballot tabulation computer programs
used in elections, and passes on the clarity of language
in petitions to recall elected officials. Administration
support is provided by the Office of the County Clerk.
