Election institute registration underway

“Election institute is a great opportunity for those interested in elections and wanting to know more about security, testing, auditing, ballot preparation, voter registration and all of the checks and balances in place to protect the integrity of every vote cast in Wilson County,” said Wilson County Administrator of Elections Tammy Smith.

Class members enjoy a hands-on experience designed to give a behind-the-scenes look at the preparation that goes into elections in Wilson County. Participants will gain knowledge about voter registration, ballot and voting system preparation, what it takes to be a candidate, along with the importance of poll workers, the media and community outreach.

“This class will give attendees an understanding of the many aspects of preparation for elections and the every day functions of the election commission,” said Smith. “We encourage anyone involved in a campaign, prospective candidates and citizens interested in becoming more civically-involved or wanting to know how elections are administered to apply for the institute.”

The election institute will be held from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Wilson County Election Commission office, located at 230 East Gay Street in Lebanon. The classes are free. The class size is limited, so individuals are encouraged to reserve a seat soon. To reserve a seat, to learn more about the election institute or for an application, information is available at www.WilsonElections.com, or individuals can call the Wilson County Election Commission at 615-444-0216.