Title
Resolution - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mansfield, Texas, Authorizing the Execution of a Joint Election Agreement and Contract with Ellis County Elections Administrator to Perform Election Services for the May 1, 2021 General Election; and Providing an Effective Date
Requested Action
Approve the Resolution and Joint Election Agreement with the Ellis County Election Administrator
Recommendation
City staff recommends approval of the Resolution and Joint Election Agreement between the City of Mansfield and Ellis County (Ellis County Elections Administrator).
Description/History
On January 25, 2021 the City Council passed Resolution RE-3721-21 calling for a General Election to be held on May 1, 2021 to elect a Council Member, Place 3, Council Member, Place 4, and a Council Member, Place 5.
The city has 299 registered voters in Ellis County.
We received a quote from Ellis County for election services of $2500.00.
Justification
Participation in the Ellis County joint election streamlines the voting process for voters.
Funding Source
Funds are allocated in the City Council budget (001-8806-11-01) for this expenditure.
Prepared By
Susana Marin, TRMC, City Secretary
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