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6A Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011 Indian Valley Record Proposed bill to limit special election costs for small counties Delaine Fragnoli Managing Editor dfragnoli@plumasnews.com Newly elected state Senator Ted Gaines, R-Roseville, has wasted no time getting down to business. He announced Jan. 14 that he had introduced a bill that would help cut the cost of special elections in smaller California counties. Gaines won his seat in a Special election Jan. 4 to fill the vacancy left by the death of longtime legislator Dave Cox. Senate Bill 109 would give counties with populations un- der 400,000 the option to hold solely vote-by-mail (VBM) elections in situations where a special election is called. The population limit would apply to most of Gaines' 1st Senate District, which includes all or parts of Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, E1 Dorado, Lassen, Modoc, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento and Sierra counties. "My bill will help cut the costs counties incur to conduct special elections by eliminating the mandate to open polling places and hire staff for these elections," said Gaines. Gaines said Senate Bill 109 has already received support from county supervisors and election officials. "I have spoken to several county election officials who support the option to conduct all-mail ballot special elec- tions," Gaines said. "My measure will lower the costs they face and streamline the special election process." Kathy Williams, Plumas County clerk-recorder, greet- " ed the news enthusiastically. "I agree that special elections conducted solely by vote-by- mail in smaller counties are definitely a good thing. The majority of Plumas County voters have determined them- selves that voting by mail is convenient, efficient and cost- effective, as over 65 percent are permanent VBM voters." Voters who want to cast their ballots in person can always go to the Elections Di- vision at the county court- house in Quincy to get their ballot, mark it and hand it in. Williams noted that voter turnout in VBM elections in the past has consistently been higher. And, yes, Gaines' measure would save the county money, she said. "When planning for a special election, it's always an estimation of how many bal- lots to have printed for polling places -- they are different, they are on pads- versus how many voters will request to vote by ma~l. Essentially, we run two separate types of elections at once: polling place and vote-by-mail." In addition to ballot costs are staff expenditures. "Regardless of how many voters choose to vote by mail, if two voters go to a polling place, we still pay to staff and supply it with ballots and precinct supplies." By law, every polling place worker receives training, even if he just worked an elec- tion a few months earlier. Williams said the cost to provide polling places and the option to vote by mail together at the same election Costs an average of $75,000 to $85,000 for Plumas County. "By small- er counties having an option to conduct special elections by mail, we could save several thousands," she said. As of last week, Williams did no't have the final num- bers for the cost of January's special election. In an earlier interview, Williams said the 12 counties affected by last month's special election tried to get the Legislature to approve an all-marl ballot, but they were unsuccessful. In response, Plumas County held a consolidated election: yoters could vote by mail or at a single polling place -- the county courthouse. At the time, Williams estimated that approach would save $13,000. VIPs OF THE MONTH Indian VacP/e t Schoo We salute you for being chosen for special recognition by your principal, teachers and counselors, and for your outstanding achievements in academics, sports and public service. Congratulations Students! Check out our Digital Photo Processing at our new Photo Kiosk; I~l 225 Main Street • Greenville 284-6618 Greenville High School Student of the Month Picture not available Sam Johnson Greenville High School Sophomore Sam Johnson has been chosen for special recognition as Student of the Month for January 2011. Sam has shown great improvement over the course of this semester. His academics, school spirit and never quit attitude both in the classroom and while playing sports is why he was Chosen as our GHS Student of the Month. Bink & Josh Huddleston, Proprietors 213 Main St, Greenville 530-284-7334 • Fax: 530-284-7338 www.indianvalley.net/mainstreet CHECK OUR SALE SECTION! General Dentistry Brent Webb, DDS Hugh M. Eltgroth, DDS Office Hours: Mon.Fri. • 8am-5pm 211 Laurel Lane, Chester, CA 530-258-2201 Congratulations to the real treasures of Indian Valley! from all of us at Monday - Saturday 10 - 5 Sunday 10 - 4 284-6016 Highway 89, Crescent Mills Congratulations! Complete Auto & Truck Repair Service in Crescent Mills No Damage Towing for your 4x4s & Street Rods Crescent Tow Anywhere * Anytime Serving You Since 1974 (800) 578-1924 Portola Crescent Mills 632-0323 * 73830 Delleker Rd. 284-6231 * 15803 Hwy 89 Greenville Junior High School Student of the Month Georgia Tomaselli Greenville Junior High School Eighth Grader Georgia Tomaselli has been chosen for special recognition as Student of the Month for January 2011. Georgia is always cheerful in the classroom, contributes positively to class discussions, is conscientious and encouraging to others. Greenville Plumas Charter School Student of the Month Carinne Cook Greenville Juior Carinne Cook is an impres- sive and responsible student who studies thoroughly for tests and ensures all work is complete. She is extremely strong in critical thinking abilities and reflects deeply to pro- vide a great contribution to her class discus- sions and writing. She is currently taking Math and Biology at Feather River College Indian Valley Academy Student of the Month Bryson Battagin Bryson Battagin exemplifies *,_he academy's val- ues of excellence and quality in everything he does. When you need assistance before, during, and after school, Bryson.can be expected to get the job done and do it well. Furthermore, he works well with other students and encourages them to achieve more. His enthusiasm to learn is an inspiration and example to everyone around him, both students and teachers alike. Congratulations from your hometown grocery store Hot Lunches • Full Deli Birthday Cakes Across from Greenville High 284-7313 SCOTT TANNER BUSINESS EQUIPMENT We service most makes of copiers, faxes & printers Scott & Barbara Tanner Savln Authorized Dealer (sao) 284-1~z2 (888) 447-2679 5¢ copies & fax service scottmt@psln.com 284-1102 The Greenville Junior Senior High School VIPs of the Month Culinary Arts Makin' and Bakin' Cafe students are the greatest! These hard working students arrive on campus at 6 a.m., each Tuesday to prepare a full menu breakfast for the community, staff and stu- dents. Next month students will be providing commu- nity services such as cater- ing the annual Chamber Crab Feed. Get your tick- ets early! The Greenville Elementary Class of the Month School Marie Johnson's First-Grade Class Maria Johnson's First-Grade class has been chosen for special recogni- tion as the Class of the Month for January 2011. These students are a joy in class and very hard workers, according to Mrs. Johnson. They have just finished a session on sub- traction and are now learning about multiplication and fractions. They al- so read and write every day. In the main hallway at school are their goals for 2011. Stop by and see their wonderful work.