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Board of Elections reports FY26 operating stability, continues move to 15–20 Market and outreach push
Summary
The Board of Elections told the Budget Committee its FY26 request is manageable in an off-election year, said equipment and staffing are sufficient for upcoming special elections, and described ongoing work on ADA compliance, a move to 15–20 Market Street, and expanded voter outreach including a dedicated outreach staffer.
Commissioners from the St. Louis Board of Elections briefed aldermen on May 14 that the board’s FY26 operating budget is adequate for a down year with no citywide scheduled elections, though officials flagged facility concerns and plans to continue outreach.
Gary Stoff, Republican Director of Elections, told the committee the fiscal year is a "down year" with the exception of an Eighth Ward special election in July, and that the board appreciates its current allocation for salaries and operating costs. Ben Borgmeyer, Democratic Director of Elections,…
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