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Proposal would move 29 Precinct from Johnston Elementary to South Cherokee Annex
Summary
The Director proposed relocating the 29 Precinct from Johnston Elementary School to the South Cherokee Annex, citing child safety and accessibility concerns; staff will investigate the site's availability as part of the board-approved study for 2026 implementation.
During the Director's Report, the Director (speaker 4) proposed moving the 29 Precinct from Johnston Elementary School to the South Cherokee Annex as part of a broader effort to place polling sites in county facilities.
"We try to get out of schools when we can because there's always growing concerns for the safety of the children," the Director said, adding that while the Johnston Elementary gym meets ADA requirements, the long walk to the voting area makes access difficult for seniors and voters with disabilities. The Director asked the board for permission to investigate the South Cherokee Annex as an alternative site and noted staff had not yet contacted the county for formal approval.
The board approved a motion directing staff to pursue feasibility and return with a report. Any final move would require county sign-off and advance voter notification to ensure precinct cards and signage requirements are met ahead of 2026.
