To: Board of Supervisors
From: Kristin Connelly, Clerk-Recorder
Report Title: Budget Amendment No. BDA-26-01067 authorizing new revenue from the State of California in the amount of $1,179,000 to the Clerk Recorder/Elections Department
Recommendation: Recommendation of the County Administrator
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE Budget Amendment No. BDA-26-01067 authorizing new revenue from the State of California in the amount of $1,179,000 to the Clerk Recorder/Elections Department for expediting the vote counting process and providing voter outreach and education for the November 3, 2026, Statewide General Election and increase corresponding expenditure appropriations by the same amount.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Acceptance of the state allocation will result in an increase of $1,179,000 in budgeted revenue and appropriations for the Clerk-Recorder Elections Department for FY 2026/27. The funding source is 100% State, with no County General Fund impact or local match requirement. The allocation is restricted to eligible election-related activities as defined by state law and is not anticipated to create any ongoing fiscal obligations for the County beyond the 2026 Statewide General Election.
BACKGROUND:
The Clerk-Recorder Elections Department is responsible for administering federal, state, and local elections in Contra Costa County, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the conduct of elections in California. In recent years, the administering of elections has become increasingly complex due to evolving statutory requirements, technological advancements, and heightened public expectations for timely and transparent election results. The November 3, 2026, Statewide General Election is anticipated to see continued high voter participation and increased demand for both in-person and vote-by-mail services, reflecting statewide trends and local demographic shifts.
Historically, the County has relied on a combination of local resources, cost recove...
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