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Marin Voice: County registrar shares tips before Nov. 4 special election
The Marin County Elections Department is working diligently to prepare for upcoming elections, including a statewide special election on Nov. 4. Our group’s dedication to free and fair elections is nonpartisan and grounded in our unwavering commitment to the rule of law. To most effectively exercise your right to vote in this election, I recommend that Marin County voters take these steps to have a happy experience: • Build your toolkit.
Ideas & Opinions - Registrars of Voters: Steps we take to ensure a safe, secure election
Ryan Ronco, Placer County Registrar of Voters As Registrars of Voters, we know that trust in elections has become a matter of great public concern. We’ve heard your questions, and we understand some of the skepticism that has emerged in recent years. We want to let you, our voters, know that we are committed to ensuring that every eligible ballot is counted accurately, and that the election process remains transparent, secure, and fair. Elections aren’t run by faceless institutions.
Registrars of Voters: Steps We Take to Ensure a Safe, Secure Election
As Registrars of Voters, we know that trust in elections has become a matter of great public concern. We’ve heard your questions, and we understand some of the skepticism that has emerged in recent years. We want to let you, our voters, know that we are committed to ensuring that every eligible ballot is counted accurately, and that the election process remains transparent, secure, and fair. Elections aren’t run by faceless institutions.
Adona statement re Patti Ingram-Spencer vs City of Grass Valley and Nevada County Registrar of Voters
June 13, 2024 – The Nevada County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters is currently a co-defendant in a case that seeks to invalidate the results of Measure B in the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election. Measure B was a tax measure placed on the ballot by the City of Grass Valley. It was approved by 20 votes.
Ideas & Opinions - Natalie Adona: Our commitment to integrity and fairness in elections
For the past 6 months, I have had the extraordinary privilege of working with a small group of elections officials from across the country on updating a national Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct for Election Administrators. The Ethics Committee was convened by the Institute for Election Administration Research & Practice and the Election Center, a nonpartisan, national organization that provides ongoing training and certification of election and voter registration administrators.
Op-Ed | Natalie Adona: Our Commitment to Integrity and Fairness in Elections
NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. February 15, 2024 – For the past 6 months, I have had the extraordinary privilege of working with a small group of elections officials from across the country on updating a national Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct for Election Administrators.
Natalie Adona, Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters
NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. December 8, 2023 – Candidate filing for County Supervisor, District 2 and for State Assembly Member, District 1 is extended until 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. Candidates who wish to run for Supervisorial District 2 or for State Assembly Member District 1 who intend to file but have not yet […]
Election officials are the gatekeepers of our democracy: Natalie Adona and Neal Kelley
Election officials may not top the headlines every day, but without them, our democracy wouldn’t function. These county registrar of voters, city clerks, and volunteer poll workers are also our friends, family members, and neighbors. They not only embody our country’s commitment to government by and for the people, they are specially trained and equipped to ensure that every voter is heard.
Election officials are the gatekeepers of our democracy: Natalie Adona and Neal Kelley Original
Election officials may not top the headlines every day, but without them, our democracy wouldn’t function. These county registrar of voters, city clerks, and volunteer poll workers are also our friends, family members, and neighbors. They not only embody our country’s commitment to government by and for the people, they are specially trained and equipped to ensure that every voter is heard.
Natalie Adona Announces Run for Nevada County Clerk-Recorder in 2022
I am pleased to announce that I will run for Nevada County Clerk-Recorder in the upcoming June 7, 2022 Statewide Direct Primary Election. I am running because I believe I have the experience, the knowledge, the dedication, and the passion needed to fulfill the functions of this important office. The Nevada County Clerk-Recorder is the custodian of vital records, provides recordation services, and serves as the Registrar of Voters.
Natalie Adona: Voting your recall ballot - facts for the savvy voter
Natalie Adona | Other Voices It’s been a while since Californians were asked to recall a governor. The first gubernatorial recall election was for Gov. Gray Davis in 2003, who was replaced by Arnold Schwarzenegger. This upcoming gubernatorial recall is the second to make the ballot in the state’s history and asks voters to vote on two key questions.
California Secretary of State Initiates Recall of Governor Gavin Newsom, Period to Withdraw Signature From Recall Petition Begins
On April 26, 2021, the California Secretary of State verified that a sufficient number of valid signatures has been reached in the recall of Governor Gavin Newsom. California Elections Code gives any registered voter who signed the petition 30 days to withdraw their signature. The withdrawal must be in writing and include the voter’s name, residential address, and signature.
Nevada County Clerk-Recorder Office Full Services by Appointment Only as Part of Its Phased Re-Opening
April 22, 2021 – Beginning on May 3, 2021, the Nevada County Clerk-Recorder Office will take appointments for all in person/counter services on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 8:00 am – 3:30 pm on a first come, first served basis. At this time, we cannot offer any same day appointments or walk ins. Please call or email ahead of time to schedule your appointment.
Marriage Appointments at the Nevada County Clerk-Recorder's Office Available by Appointment
May 26, 2020 – Due to COVID-19, effective June 1, 2020, marriage licenses, ceremonies and marriage deputization will be issued by APPOINTMENT ONLY. HOW TO MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT Step 1 Print the Name Equality Act of 2007 form (PDF). Please sign and date the form. This must be submitted when you come in to get your marriage license. Step 2 Complete an online application. Save the confirmation number from your online application.
Framing Automatic Voter Registration: Partisanship and Public Understanding of Automatic Voter Registration - Christopher B. Mann, Paul Gronke, Natalie Adona,
Adona, N., Gronke, P. (2018). Understanding the voter experience: The public’s view of election administration and reform. Democracy Fund. Google Scholar Ahlquist, J. S., Kenneth, R., Jackman, M. S. (2014). Alien abduction and voter impersonation in the 2012 US general election: Evidence from a survey list experiment. Election Law Journal: Rules, Politics, and Policy, 13(4), 460–475. Google Scholar | Crossref Ansolabehere, S., Luks, S., Schaffner, B. F. (2015).
Initiative Petitions In Nevada County During the COVID-19 Crisis
March 26, 2020—The Nevada County Registrar of Voters will continue to accept and process initiative petitions, even though the public counter is closed due to the COVID-19 crisis. Proponents may submit a petition by mail, by dropping off the petition in our drop box at the Rood Center, or by appointment under certain conditions. US Mail: If you have a petition to submit to the Nevada County Registrar, our office strongly encourages you to do so by mail and to submit well ahead of the deadline.
Nevada County Suspends In-Person Clerk-Recorder and Elections Services Beginning March 19, 2020
March 18, 2020 – Due to health and safety concerns relating to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Clerk-Recorder’s Office will remain in operation but will suspend in person/counter services starting on Thursday, March 19, 2020 until further notice. Most services can be accessed via US mail or via e-Recording; Marriage Licenses and Ceremonies are suspended. Recording services: The Clerk-Recorder’s Office records a wide array of documents, including but not limited to deeds and liens.
Safeguarding the 2020 Election with Knowledge: What Nevada County Citizens Need to Know
NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. February 25, 2020 – Foreign interference in our elections has been a matter of deep concern since America’s founding. One difference between then and now are the sophisticated tools that exist to infiltrate digital systems. And there are now low-cost ways for bad actors to reach thousands, even millions, of people with a click of the mouse.
Natalie Adona: Top 5 Reasons to Vote Early
February 3, 2020 – Even though polls show that most people know how they’ll vote, many wait until the last minute to get their ballot in. In Nevada County, early voting begins 29 days before Election Day. While many of you won’t want to cast a ballot right away (I understand—you should do your research and feel good about the choices you make), you might wonder what the value is in voting early. Here are my top 5 reasons why you should cast your vote before Election Day. 1.
Preparation = Empowerment: Your 2020 Election Survival Checklist
NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. January 2, 2020 – The 2020 election cycle has been in the news for what seems like forever (and ever…and ever), and now—in Game of Thrones, House of Stark-like fashion—it’s truly upon us. The abundance of election information can be overwhelming. Much of the information out there is useful but sometimes it’s just plain confusing. So how can you ensure that you are able to exercise your civic duty?
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