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Selectboard seeks volunteers and school partnerships to staff upcoming elections
Summary
With a September election scheduled near Labor Day, the board discussed recruiting volunteers from schools and community groups, using social media for outreach, and creating a more institutionalized volunteer plan rather than ad-hoc reliance on individuals.
The board discussed recruiting volunteers to staff upcoming elections, noting that a September election date close to Labor Day complicates scheduling and turnout. Members suggested reaching out to local schools, service clubs, and social-media networks to recruit short-term helpers and to create an institutional approach rather than relying on ad-hoc volunteers.
The board agreed to pilot social-media outreach and coordinate with community groups; members emphasized that election staffing is an ongoing municipal responsibility and that more sustainable volunteer sources should be identified before future election cycles. Staff and board members volunteered to assist with initial outreach and will report back on progress.
