This presentation is a companion resource to the Official Wisconsin Election Observer Manual, not a replacement for actually reading it! Whether you watch this video before or after you read the manual or both, the better you prepare yourself to exercise your right to be an observer of the election process.
Vincenzo Patruno from ISTAT presented on cloud computing and open data. There are over 3600 public administration data producers in Italy. Metadata is needed to understand data and includes information on the subject, unit of measurement, territory, and time. A data sharing platform was demonstrated that connects data producers and consumers through standardized metadata and structures. The platform uses widgets to display and interact with datasets from various sources.
The document summarizes the eWP system for sending data. It describes:
1) The roles of the Domain Manager (DMO) who defines domains and datasets, and the Transmission Coordinator (TCO) who creates users and assigns rights.
2) How the TCO assigns users to datasets as senders, informed parties, or data preparers.
3) Examples of datasets labeled with the expected sender and additional information.
4) Support available from the ADM, DMO, and contractor staff to address problems.
The document discusses the Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange (SDMX) standard, which was developed to enhance the electronic exchange of statistical data and metadata. SDMX uses common concepts, codes, and structures to define statistical data so it can be shared between different systems in a standardized way. It facilitates the exchange of data through a "data sharing" model where data providers publish available data and metadata, and data consumers are responsible for fetching the data as needed.
Vincenzo Patruno from ISTAT presented on cloud computing and open data. There are over 3600 public administration data producers in Italy. Metadata is needed to understand data and includes information on the subject, unit of measurement, territory, and time. A data sharing platform was demonstrated that connects data producers and consumers through standardized metadata and structures. The platform uses widgets to display and interact with datasets from various sources.
The document summarizes the eWP system for sending data. It describes:
1) The roles of the Domain Manager (DMO) who defines domains and datasets, and the Transmission Coordinator (TCO) who creates users and assigns rights.
2) How the TCO assigns users to datasets as senders, informed parties, or data preparers.
3) Examples of datasets labeled with the expected sender and additional information.
4) Support available from the ADM, DMO, and contractor staff to address problems.
The document discusses the Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange (SDMX) standard, which was developed to enhance the electronic exchange of statistical data and metadata. SDMX uses common concepts, codes, and structures to define statistical data so it can be shared between different systems in a standardized way. It facilitates the exchange of data through a "data sharing" model where data providers publish available data and metadata, and data consumers are responsible for fetching the data as needed.
Open Data, Open Knowledge e la città intelligenteVincenzo Patruno
The document discusses open data and how it can be used to create intelligent cities. It provides examples of how open data about demographics, employment sectors, education levels, traffic, social media interactions, and air quality can be analyzed and visualized to help cities understand themselves better. The document advocates that cities should collect and share more of this type of organized and designed open data to power tools that give insights about the city. It acknowledges that open data initiatives by groups like census bureaus, transportation agencies, water authorities, and open mapping projects are helping cities become smarter.
What does “BIG DATA” mean for official statistics?Vincenzo Patruno
In our modern world more and more data are generated on the web and produced by sensors in the ever growing number of electronic devices surrounding us. The amount of data and the frequency at which they are produced have led to the concept of 'Big data'. Big data is characterized as data sets of increasing volume, velocity and variety; the 3 V's. Big data is often largely unstructured, meaning that it has no pre-defined data model and/or does not fit well into conventional relational databases.
Ottenere e visualizzare i dati. Open Data e Big DataVincenzo Patruno
This document discusses open data and big data. It provides examples of open data projects including OpenCoesione, which tracks public spending in Italy, and Micro.STAT, a database of census data from Italy's national statistics office. It also discusses tools for visualizing and analyzing social media and sensor data from cities to better understand cultural trends and air quality.
Staying on the Smart Side. Measuring the Smart CommunitiesVincenzo Patruno
The document discusses measuring the smartness of cities through indicators. It proposes a conceptual framework that classifies indicators based on both human and technological perspectives. The framework includes objective indicators that measure infrastructure and assets, and subjective indicators that measure citizen satisfaction and well-being. The framework is being tested to monitor smart city initiatives in Bari, Italy. The document suggests indicators could be computed through traditional data analysis, or innovative tools using data from physical or social infrastructure sensors and analytics.
Zend_Acl proporciona una implementación ligera y flexible de control de acceso (ACL). Ofrece recursos y roles básicos que pueden heredar permisos. Los roles pueden heredar de múltiples padres y determinar el acceso a recursos basado en los permisos heredados. Zend_Acl también soporta permisos condicionales mediante la implementación de una interfaz que evalúa criterios adicionales para el acceso.
The document provides information for volunteers assisting with election protection efforts in Connecticut for the 2012 elections. The goal is to ensure voters have necessary information and their votes are counted by addressing issues like voter suppression, deceptive practices, and intimidation. Volunteers will monitor polling locations for problems, answer voter questions, and refer issues to a hotline. They must remain non-partisan and should not confront or challenge voters, but instead ensure they have a positive voting experience.
The Charter Township of Comstock Clerk Nicole Beauchamp and Communications Development Coordinator Matt Miller explain how elections are held in Michigan.
Poll Watcher Training slides for GeorgiaDavid Hancock
The document provides an overview of poll watching and ballot review panels in Georgia elections. It defines poll watchers as individuals who observe election procedures without disrupting voting. It outlines the process for political parties and candidates to designate poll watchers and their roles and restrictions. It also describes how ballot review panels are assembled to manually review ballots rejected by tabulators and attempt to determine voter intent, such as in cases of overvotes or write-ins. The document provides guidance on the composition and scope of authority of these panels under Georgia law.
The document summarizes requirements for union officer elections under the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA). It discusses who must be elected, nomination and campaign procedures, secret ballot voting, and the role of the Department of Labor's Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) in administering compliance and investigating complaints. Key aspects include minimum frequencies for elections, reasonable qualifications for candidates, members' rights to vote and campaign support, and remedies through the union or by filing a complaint with OLMS.
Conducting Elections in a Plural Society - SY QuraishiRohit Bansal
This document provides an overview of conducting elections in India, highlighting its experience with pluralism and diversity. It notes that India adopted universal suffrage from the beginning despite low literacy and caste hierarchies. It describes the scale of Indian elections with over 700 million voters and discusses challenges around inclusion, legal protections for minorities, and logistical complexities in remote areas. The Election Commission framework and state-level machinery are summarized. Key aspects like the voter roll, vulnerability mapping, security, model code of conduct, and counting are covered in 1-2 sentences. Issues and future plans around technology, voter education, and expenditure monitoring are also mentioned.
Guide for election officials -updated feb 2008Myrtle Palacio
Election officials in Belize are guided by manuals that outline the rules and regulations for conducting elections. The manual provides information for different types of elections in Belize and the roles and responsibilities of election officers. It describes the process of establishing polling stations and outlines who is permitted to visit polling stations on election day. The manual aims to ensure elections are conducted in a fair, orderly and transparent manner according to the laws of Belize.
1.6 the government and_you_elections_websitejkoryan
The document provides an overview of the electoral process in Canada. It discusses key aspects such as elections, the role of political parties, and the different stages of the electoral process. The key points are:
1) Elections in Canada involve citizens voting for representatives through ballots. Citizens vote for the candidate they would like to represent their riding.
2) The electoral process has six main stages: dissolution of parliament, enumeration (preparation of voter lists), nomination of candidates, campaigning by parties and candidates, balloting on election day, and tabulation of results.
3) After an election, if a party wins over half the seats it forms a majority government, while a party with the most seats but
What You Need to Know About Get Out the Vote Brenna Mohr
This presentation will help you think through what your specific role is in Get Out the Vote and what you need to do to kick off your campaign. Michael Wall will answer all of your specific voting questions regarding the who, when, and how of voting.
1) Voting in America is far more difficult and complex than most people realize, with many more steps involved than voters anticipate.
2) Different voters face very different experiences depending on their individual circumstances, like how stable they are geographically or whether they have a social support network to assist them. Those with fewer advantages face many more obstacles.
3) Research has identified numerous pain points and obstacles voters encounter at each step of the voting process, from lack of accessible information and strict deadlines to usability issues and logistical challenges. The accumulation of these hurdles can discourage voter participation.
This document summarizes key information about voting in the United States. To vote, one must be 18 years old, a US citizen, and a resident of their state. People can register to vote by mailing in a form, visiting their Board of Elections office, or signing up at other designated locations like the DMV. On election day, voters go to their designated polling place in their precinct, such as a school or community center, to cast their ballot. Ballots are counted locally and results are reported up to state and national levels. Factors that can influence voters include family, friends, media, and political party affiliation, though split-ticket voting is allowed in general elections.
Open Data, Open Knowledge e la città intelligenteVincenzo Patruno
The document discusses open data and how it can be used to create intelligent cities. It provides examples of how open data about demographics, employment sectors, education levels, traffic, social media interactions, and air quality can be analyzed and visualized to help cities understand themselves better. The document advocates that cities should collect and share more of this type of organized and designed open data to power tools that give insights about the city. It acknowledges that open data initiatives by groups like census bureaus, transportation agencies, water authorities, and open mapping projects are helping cities become smarter.
What does “BIG DATA” mean for official statistics?Vincenzo Patruno
In our modern world more and more data are generated on the web and produced by sensors in the ever growing number of electronic devices surrounding us. The amount of data and the frequency at which they are produced have led to the concept of 'Big data'. Big data is characterized as data sets of increasing volume, velocity and variety; the 3 V's. Big data is often largely unstructured, meaning that it has no pre-defined data model and/or does not fit well into conventional relational databases.
Ottenere e visualizzare i dati. Open Data e Big DataVincenzo Patruno
This document discusses open data and big data. It provides examples of open data projects including OpenCoesione, which tracks public spending in Italy, and Micro.STAT, a database of census data from Italy's national statistics office. It also discusses tools for visualizing and analyzing social media and sensor data from cities to better understand cultural trends and air quality.
Staying on the Smart Side. Measuring the Smart CommunitiesVincenzo Patruno
The document discusses measuring the smartness of cities through indicators. It proposes a conceptual framework that classifies indicators based on both human and technological perspectives. The framework includes objective indicators that measure infrastructure and assets, and subjective indicators that measure citizen satisfaction and well-being. The framework is being tested to monitor smart city initiatives in Bari, Italy. The document suggests indicators could be computed through traditional data analysis, or innovative tools using data from physical or social infrastructure sensors and analytics.
Zend_Acl proporciona una implementación ligera y flexible de control de acceso (ACL). Ofrece recursos y roles básicos que pueden heredar permisos. Los roles pueden heredar de múltiples padres y determinar el acceso a recursos basado en los permisos heredados. Zend_Acl también soporta permisos condicionales mediante la implementación de una interfaz que evalúa criterios adicionales para el acceso.
The document provides information for volunteers assisting with election protection efforts in Connecticut for the 2012 elections. The goal is to ensure voters have necessary information and their votes are counted by addressing issues like voter suppression, deceptive practices, and intimidation. Volunteers will monitor polling locations for problems, answer voter questions, and refer issues to a hotline. They must remain non-partisan and should not confront or challenge voters, but instead ensure they have a positive voting experience.
The Charter Township of Comstock Clerk Nicole Beauchamp and Communications Development Coordinator Matt Miller explain how elections are held in Michigan.
Poll Watcher Training slides for GeorgiaDavid Hancock
The document provides an overview of poll watching and ballot review panels in Georgia elections. It defines poll watchers as individuals who observe election procedures without disrupting voting. It outlines the process for political parties and candidates to designate poll watchers and their roles and restrictions. It also describes how ballot review panels are assembled to manually review ballots rejected by tabulators and attempt to determine voter intent, such as in cases of overvotes or write-ins. The document provides guidance on the composition and scope of authority of these panels under Georgia law.
The document summarizes requirements for union officer elections under the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA). It discusses who must be elected, nomination and campaign procedures, secret ballot voting, and the role of the Department of Labor's Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) in administering compliance and investigating complaints. Key aspects include minimum frequencies for elections, reasonable qualifications for candidates, members' rights to vote and campaign support, and remedies through the union or by filing a complaint with OLMS.
Conducting Elections in a Plural Society - SY QuraishiRohit Bansal
This document provides an overview of conducting elections in India, highlighting its experience with pluralism and diversity. It notes that India adopted universal suffrage from the beginning despite low literacy and caste hierarchies. It describes the scale of Indian elections with over 700 million voters and discusses challenges around inclusion, legal protections for minorities, and logistical complexities in remote areas. The Election Commission framework and state-level machinery are summarized. Key aspects like the voter roll, vulnerability mapping, security, model code of conduct, and counting are covered in 1-2 sentences. Issues and future plans around technology, voter education, and expenditure monitoring are also mentioned.
Guide for election officials -updated feb 2008Myrtle Palacio
Election officials in Belize are guided by manuals that outline the rules and regulations for conducting elections. The manual provides information for different types of elections in Belize and the roles and responsibilities of election officers. It describes the process of establishing polling stations and outlines who is permitted to visit polling stations on election day. The manual aims to ensure elections are conducted in a fair, orderly and transparent manner according to the laws of Belize.
1.6 the government and_you_elections_websitejkoryan
The document provides an overview of the electoral process in Canada. It discusses key aspects such as elections, the role of political parties, and the different stages of the electoral process. The key points are:
1) Elections in Canada involve citizens voting for representatives through ballots. Citizens vote for the candidate they would like to represent their riding.
2) The electoral process has six main stages: dissolution of parliament, enumeration (preparation of voter lists), nomination of candidates, campaigning by parties and candidates, balloting on election day, and tabulation of results.
3) After an election, if a party wins over half the seats it forms a majority government, while a party with the most seats but
What You Need to Know About Get Out the Vote Brenna Mohr
This presentation will help you think through what your specific role is in Get Out the Vote and what you need to do to kick off your campaign. Michael Wall will answer all of your specific voting questions regarding the who, when, and how of voting.
1) Voting in America is far more difficult and complex than most people realize, with many more steps involved than voters anticipate.
2) Different voters face very different experiences depending on their individual circumstances, like how stable they are geographically or whether they have a social support network to assist them. Those with fewer advantages face many more obstacles.
3) Research has identified numerous pain points and obstacles voters encounter at each step of the voting process, from lack of accessible information and strict deadlines to usability issues and logistical challenges. The accumulation of these hurdles can discourage voter participation.
This document summarizes key information about voting in the United States. To vote, one must be 18 years old, a US citizen, and a resident of their state. People can register to vote by mailing in a form, visiting their Board of Elections office, or signing up at other designated locations like the DMV. On election day, voters go to their designated polling place in their precinct, such as a school or community center, to cast their ballot. Ballots are counted locally and results are reported up to state and national levels. Factors that can influence voters include family, friends, media, and political party affiliation, though split-ticket voting is allowed in general elections.
The League of Women Voters of Maine Education Fund conducts voter education activities in a nonpartisan manner. It builds citizen participation through studying issues, enabling people to seek solutions through education. The document provides information on voting in Maine, including how to register, find one's polling place, vote, and request an absentee ballot.
This document discusses voter behavior and nonvoting in the United States. It finds that tens of millions vote in national elections yet millions more do not, though many have no valid reason not to. Those least likely to vote tend to be younger, unmarried, unskilled, living in rural areas of the South, men, and those with a lower sense of political efficacy. Sociological factors like age, income, education, and group affiliations influence voter behavior, as do psychological factors like party identification and perceptions of politics, candidates, and issues.
The document summarizes the electoral process in Haryana state assembly elections in 1987. It discusses how Chaudhary Devi Lal formed a new party called Lok Dal and campaigned on waiving loans for farmers. Lok Dal and its allies won 76 of 90 seats in the assembly, with Lok Dal alone winning 60. Devi Lal was invited to become the new Chief Minister. The document then provides a general overview of the electoral process in India, including the need for elections, what makes them democratic, and the key stages of the process from constituencies to campaigning to polling.
This document outlines the process of holding elections and campaigns, including defining key terms like elections, candidates, political parties, and campaigns. It describes the nomination process of caucuses and primaries and the general election. It also explains how candidates develop campaign strategies to gain support and votes.
The document provides information for First Nation members in Canada about registering and voting in the upcoming federal election on October 19, 2015. It outlines the requirements for voter registration and acceptable identification for voting. It encourages early registration and community organizing efforts like voter ID clinics to help get out the vote. Contact information is provided for any questions.
This document provides information about registering and voting in Canada's upcoming federal election on October 19, 2015. It discusses the importance of First Nations people voting to elect leaders that recognize Indigenous rights. It outlines the identification requirements and options for voting, including ways to get the proper ID. It also provides information on how to register to vote online or by mail in advance of the election. Finally, it suggests ways for communities to help members register and encourage voter turnout on election day.
The document discusses the US electoral process and voting system. It covers topics like voter registration requirements, primary and general elections, the role of the electoral college, campaign financing, and criticisms of the current system. It provides details on how elections work at the federal, state, and local level in a concise yet comprehensive manner.
This document summarizes research from multiple studies that sought to understand the voter experience. The research involved over 500 stories and perspectives from voters, 30 researchers, and work in 145 counties and 12 states.
The key findings were that the voting process involves many more steps than most people realize, the mental models of voters and election officials do not always align, and voters make rational decisions to continue or drop out of the process at each step. Significant challenges include low civic literacy, a lack of clear and unbiased information sources, and obstacles caused by information access, voting rights issues, time/deadlines, data/technology, and travel/logistics. Improving the voter experience requires addressing these challenges.
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• Do not discuss politics or wear
anything political.
• Do not handle any official
election documents.
• Be courteous and polite.
Caution: The chief inspector can have
you removed for any reason.
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• The municipal clerk’s office during the
absentee voting period.
• Nursing homes and community
facilities.
On Election Day at the polls:
• During voting.
• After polls close to witness the ballot
count (open to all citizens).
Note: Half-day shifts at the polls are also
encouraged.
8. Before Voting
• Going to the Polls on Election
Day
• What to Do Once You Arrive
• Who Else Is Involved
• Who Is Eligible to Vote
• Who Is Not Eligible to Vote
9. Going to the Polls on Election Day
• Polls open at 7:00 AM. Plan on being
early.
• Make sure you have the manual.
• Take a notebook and a pen for
documenting incidents.
• Your cell phones can only be used for
personal reasons outside the polling
place (in a hallway, another room…).
• Bring your own:
– Food
– Drink
– Folding chair
10. What to Do Once You Arrive
• Sign in to get an observer nametag.
• Locate and set-up your spot in the
designated area for observing.
• Make sure you are able to hear the
voters.
• Check out the polling place:
– Traffic flow.
– Security of ballots.
– Voting machines.
11. Who Else Is Involved
• Chief Election Inspector
• Poll Workers
• Greeters
• Other Election Observers
• Attorneys from political parties
Note: You should not act as a greeter –
you are there to observe.
12. Who Is Eligible to Vote
A voter must be:
• 18 years old
• A U.S. Citizen
• A resident for at least 10 days
• Registered to vote
13. Who Is Not Eligible to Vote
• Felons
• A resident for less than 10 days
• Temporary resident with the intent to
move
• A person under guardianship deemed
incompetent
• Anyone who has made a bet or wager
on the election
14. During Voting
• Registration at the Polls
• Verifying Residence
• The Voting Process at the Polls
• Absentee Ballots
• Challenging Voters
• Reasons for Challenging
• Electioneering at the Polls
15. Registration at the Polls
Many errors can happen at the
registration table; this is the
most important area to observe.
• Registrants must fill out a registration
form and produce an I.D.
– A Driver’s License must be used for ID, even
if it has been lost, stolen or suspended.
– A state issued I.D. or the last four digits of
the Social Security Number may be used,
only if the person has never been issued a
driver’s license.
• Residency must be verified.
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Verifying Residence
•The following documents may be used to verify residence:
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• Wisconsin Driver’s License take it
• Wisconsin State ID with you
• ID or license issued by a Wisconsin governmental body to the
• Any photo ID card issued by an employer – not a business
card polls.
• Real estate tax bill or receipt for current or preceding year
• Residential lease that’s effective for a period covering Election
Day
• University, college or technical institute fee card which
includes a photo
• University, college or technical institute ID card which includes
a photo
• A gas, electric, or telephone utility bill for the period
beginning no more than 90 days prior to Election Day
• A bank statement
• A paycheck
• A check or other document issued by a unit of government
• A corroborating witness
17. The Voting Process at the Polls
• Voter gets in line at the check-in table.
• Once at the table, the voter, not the
poll worker, states name and address.
• Two poll workers check the voter’s
name on identical poll lists.
If the name is … Then…
On the list the voter is issued a voter
number and a ballot.
Not on the list the individual is sent to the
registration table.
• Voter goes into voting booth and votes,
then inserts his ballot into the machine.
18. Absentee Ballots
• Citizens are allowed to vote by mail or at
the clerk’s office up to 30 days prior to
Election Day.
• These “absentee” ballots are delivered to
the polling place (or a central count
location) on Election Day.
• Poll workers assigned to this:
– Announce the name of the voter on the
absentee ballot envelope.
– Check for a witness’s signature on the
envelope.
– Cast the ballot into the voting machine.
• Election observers (that’s you) may also
challenge these ballots.
19. Challenging Voters
• Election Observers should call the
HOTLINE for assistance.
• Observers have the right to challenge
a voter’s right to vote.
• The challenge must occur before the
voter is given a ballot.
• Observers must signify to the Chief
Election Inspector their intent “to
challenge.”
• It is the Chief Inspector’s job to make a
decision and conduct the challenge
process.
20. Reasons for Challenging
• The challenge must be based on the
following questions:
– Are they a citizen of the U.S.?
– Are they 18 years old?
– Are they a resident for at least 10 days?
– Are they a felon who has not had their
rights restored?
– Have they been judged incompetent?
– Have they made a bet or wager?
– Have they already voted in this election?
21. Electioneering at the Polls
• The following must be 100+ feet from the
polling place:
– Candidates, political supporters, or activists.
– Distribution of campaign materials or display
of campaign signs.
• A vehicle with political bumper sticker may
remain ONLY as long as it takes its owner to
vote.
• No political discussions may take place
inside the polls.
• Voters are allowed to wear political
apparel, but they must leave as soon as they
finish voting.
23. After the Polls Close
• The polls must close at 8:00 PM,
unless by court order.
• The chief election inspector will
position a designated poll worker at
the end of the line at 8:00 PM.
• Any citizen, including a candidate, is
allowed into the polling place to
witness the counting of ballots.
24. Closing Procedures
• Election observers are asked to witness
the closing procedures – a crucial part of
the Election Day.
• This process has many facets – at the first
sign of trouble call the HOTLINE.
• Tabulators aid the poll workers in counting
and tallying the votes.
• Numerous forms must be filled out and
certified.
• Ballots (used and unused) must be
accounted for, secured, and sealed.
• Documentation of this process must be
included in your notes.
25. Final Comment
Congratulations and Thank You!
• Your day is done.
• Make sure you answer the questions
from the questionnaire at the back of
the manual directly into your notes.
• Organize and secure all your
documentation and take it home with you.
• If there is a recall or problem at your
polling place, you will be called upon for
your documentation! It is important.
26. Thank you for your
service to our country
Last revised—May 2010
28. Hotline Data Sheet
HOTLINE NUMBER: 1 -______ -______ -________
Municipal Clerk: _________________________ Phone: _________________________________
County Clerk: ____________________________ Phone: _________________________________
How the HOTLINE NUMBER works:
– This number changes every election. It connects to people who will help you determine what to
do.
Why you should call:
– You should call whenever you see or hear something that is out of the ordinary. Pay attention to
the contents of this manual and the examples it contains for further guidance.
When you should call:
– You may call before the polls open, throughout the day, or after the polls close with any questions
you have regarding something you have observed during your shift, especially if you have brought
it to the attention of the Chief Election Inspector and it has not been resolved.
How you should call:
– Make sure you bring a cell phone and paper and pen for use during your shift on Election Day. You
are not allowed to call from inside the polling place itself, so make sure you step out into a hallway
or outside if necessary. It may be important for you to make your call from a location that is more
private so as not to be overheard.
You should:
– Document the information with the date and time the incident occurred.
– Include a description of the person in general and a name if at all possible.
– Include a description about the incident itself with the names of any people involved.
– Document the steps you may have taken to get it corrected in case there is a problem with the
polling place or the election in general.
Print this page.
29. Questionnaire
• Save your notes until after the election has been certified and there is no chance of a recount. If you feel there are any
problems as you document your day, call the HOTLINE NUMBER. If you are assigned to the first shift of the day:
1. Document the county, municipality and wards where you are observing.
2. Note the date and the time your shift began.
3. Note the names of any election officials present, including the Chief Election Inspector and the poll
workers.
4. Are there any other campaigns or groups present?
5. Did all election officials agree that the machines present were the proper machines?
6. Did at least two election officials identify each machine; verify that it was the proper machine; that it
was in the proper working order and that it was secure?
7. Did each machine’s vote counting mechanism show a “zero count” (no pre-Election Day votes)?
8. Did the machines appear to be well kept and in working condition?
• Observations to be made throughout your shift (remember to include the time and a description of the event or
situation, and a description or the names of any people involved):
1. Answer questions 1-4 above.
2. How many election officials were present in the polling place?
3. Were there any unauthorized persons in the polling place?
4. Were there long lines at the polls?
5. How long was the wait to cast a ballot? Check this at various times throughout the day.
6. How many voting booths were there?
7. Did the voting equipment appear to be in good working order?
8. Are there adequate supplies? (Blank ballots, marking pens, etc.)
9. Was the polling place handicapped accessible?
10. Were election instructions posters displayed where they could be easily read?
11. Is there any campaigning in the polling place?
12. Do you see any effort to intimidate or interfere with individuals seeking to cast a ballot?
13. Were you ever barred from observing the voting process?
14. Are voters who are in the wrong polling place being redirected to the proper one?
15. Are there any instances where a voter was permitted to vote a regular ballot (not a provisional one)
even though the voter wasn’t qualified to do so?
16. Did provisional voters and poll-workers properly complete and sign the certifications on the
provisional ballot envelope? Are provisional ballots being placed in the provisional ballot
envelopes, sealed and placed in the separate provisional ballot box or envelope?
17. Have you observed any voter that voted more than once?
18. Does anything seem unusual about the polling place?
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Editor's Notes
This stand-alonee-learning is intended be a companion resource to the Official Wisconsin Election Observer Manual, not a replacement for actually reading it! Whether you watch this video before or after you read the manual or both, the better you prepare yourself to exercise your right to be an observer of the election process.
Each Topic is hyperlinked to its corresponding Tab behind which you will find a summary of what you need to know about that aspect of the voting process and your role as an Election Observer in it.
The best way to go through this training is chronologically starting at the top with Basic Knowledge. The Forms section is where you can see and print documents you may need, including the entire Official Election Observer Manual. Click on Observation Basics now.
As an Election Observer, you might be watching and taking notes anywhere in the election process – except the voting booth, of course. From voter registration in a municipal clerk’s office or nursing home, to early absentee voting , to voting in person on Election Day. All these activities benefit by having friendly eyes keeping watch to ensure fairness and justice… Let’s start with an overview by clicking What to Expect now.
It’s not easy to stay comfortable and alert for long periods of time, so take what you need to settle in, take great notes, and keep track of time. There are scenarios where you can use cell phones in the polling place, but only to help with official duties – like making calls to get answers to questions or helping officials take care of problems.Camera use is similar, but remember, when you’re outside you can always document suspicious behavior and vehicles.
Arrive Early…What you do before you even begin can help smooth the way for rest of the day. Your spot in the polling place is important; you must be set-up within a given election observer area in such a way that you can hear voters give their name and address to the poll-worker. Start taking detailed notes about how the room is set-up and get yourself used to taking notes right away – besides, taking notes helps pass the time.
Expect company. Many people are involved in the voting process. In fact, you may not be the only election observer. Anyone, other than candidates, can stay at a polling place to observe the voting process as long they can read, write, and understand the English language. But each party tries to get official election observers in place to ensure that every election is conducted in a manner that is fair, transparent and accessible to all. A Chief Election Inspector is the poll-worker in charge of a polling place. He or she gives the instructions and has the final say. Only if you see something really questionable should you not cooperate, because the Chief Election Inspector can remove you for cause.Being polite helps everyone stay positive. Make sure if you make suggestions, you do so in a cooperative and respectful way.
It’s just as important to know who is not eligible to vote.
If a driver’s license has been lost or stolen, the voter must call the DMV and get his driver’s license from them.
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Focus on stress points. So what’s a stress point? For example, you might notice that the Chief Election Inspector is hovering around at a table or a crowd starts to develop – it may be that someone has a question that needs answering, but whatever it is, something unusual is happening. When you see a stress point, try to observe what is going on and take notes. The trick is to focus on the problem from within the area allowed for Election Observers and to not interfere with the process, and always remember to give the Chief Election Inspectors time to try to fix the problem before you raise an issue with them.
There is a specific process for challenging a voter when reasonable cause exists. Always remember your role is NOT as a policeman, it is simply to be a careful witness of election process details. As long as you don’t insert yourself in to the voting process or impede the process, you don’t pose a problem. Your best offense is to have a good relationship with the poll-workers and the Chief Inspector.
“Are they alive?” is an unofficial question, but the assumption is if they show up, they’re good for that one.
In fact, most of the conduct at polling places is routine and easily dealt with. It is when problems occur that your eyewitness observations, detailed notes, and call for Hotline help when needed make the difference.
Many times, decisions made early in the day affect the rest of the day and the integrity of the voting process. During the day, tedium can take its toll – so walk outside from time to time to get some fresh air and note how long it takes people to get in and out of the polling place and whether any electioneers are trying to influence votes within range. Crunch time comes at the end of a long day and mistakes can get made. Your job is done once the last voter leaves and the votes are counted.
Each Topic is hyperlinked to its corresponding Tab behind which you will find a summary of what you need to know about that aspect of the voting process and your role as an Election Observer in it. The best way to go through this training is chronologically starting at the top with Basic Knowledge. The Forms section is where you can see and print documents you may need, including the entire Official Election Observer Manual. Click on Basic Knowledge now.