Title
Resolution - A Resolution Authorizing the City of Mansfield, Texas ("City") to Enter into a Lease Agreement with Johnson County for the Use of An AutoMark Voting Equipment to be Used in the May 12, 2012 General Election and Run-Off Election, If Necessary
Requested Action
Approve the Resolution approving the lease agreement with Johnson County
Recommendation
City Staff recommends the City Council approve the Lease Agreement with Johnson County
Description/History
Due to the decision by the Tarrant County Elections Administration to conduct the election for only the voters located in Tarrant County, other arrangements need to be made affecting the voters located in Johnson and Ellis counties.
The City of Mansfield (City) also has registered voters located in Johnson and Ellis Counties. The Mansfield Independent School District (MISD) also has registered voters located in Johnson County. Therefore, arrangements need to be made to accommodate the voters in Johnson and Ellis counties for the city and school voters.
The City and the MISD have agreed to sign a joint election agreement holding both elections together and allowing the City to conduct the election that involve the voters in Johnson and Ellis counties (City) and Johnson County (MISD).
In order to comply with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), each polling location should be equipped with at least one voting system accessible to individuals with disabilities, including non-visual accessibility for the blind and visually impaired, in a manner that provides the same opportunity for access and participating (including privacy and independence) as for other voters.
Justification
The lease agreement with Johnson County will meet the requirements of HAVA.
Funding Source
All elections costs are budgeted in the City Council account 01-8806-11-01. MISD will pay 50% of the cost of the election as stated in the joint agreement.
Prepared By
Vicki Collins, City Secretary
City Secretary's Office
817-276-4204
vicki.collins@mansfield-tx.gov