Montgomery County Election Board approves relocation of 11 polling locations for 2025 primary

Montgomery County's Board of Commissioners convened on April 17, 2025, to address key administrative matters, including the approval of a salary board list and the relocation of polling places for the upcoming primary election.

The meeting began with the salary board's review of a comprehensive list of positions, which was presented by Chief HR Officer Tony Vrew. The board unanimously approved the salary list, despite some dissent from a member who expressed frustration over the inability to separate certain items for individual consideration. This member indicated that while they supported specific positions, the current voting process forced them to vote against the entire list.

Following the salary board discussion, the meeting transitioned to the election board, where the relocation of 11 polling locations for the May 20, 2025, primary election was proposed. The director of elections confirmed that all necessary notifications had been made to affected voters and local political committees. The board approved the relocation, ensuring that voters would receive updated voter ID cards reflecting their new polling places.

Additionally, the election board discussed the status of ballots for the upcoming election. A recent court ruling allowed a candidate to remain on the ballot, paving the way for the timely distribution of ballots to voters. The election director indicated that ballots could be mailed as early as Monday, pending final quality checks.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, marking a productive session focused on essential administrative functions that will impact Montgomery County residents in the coming weeks. The decisions made during this meeting are expected to enhance the efficiency of county operations and ensure a smooth electoral process.