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Polk County accepts $42,500 HAVA election-security subgrant with $8,500 local match
Summary
The commissioners approved acceptance of a Help America Vote Act subgrant totaling $42,500 to enhance election security and accessibility; the court authorized an $8,500 match from the general fund. Funds will support voting-system upgrades, accessibility improvements, security of election property and IT/physical security measures.
Polk County Commissioners Court on July 8 approved a Help America Vote Act (HAVA) subgrant award of $42,500 and authorized an $8,500 local match from the general fund to support election‑security improvements.
County Clerk Shalanna Hawk requested the agenda item and provided the grant terms and matching requirement. The grant award is contingent on the county’s commitment to provide $8,500 in matching funds, bringing the total project budget to $51,000. According to the materials presented, planned uses include upgrading voting systems, improving accessibility, securing election‑related property and implementing IT and physical security measures.
The court approved the HAVA subgrant resolution and the associated terms and conditions by voice vote.
