Cobb County officials recently addressed a voter guide error that listed incorrect polling locations for two precincts ahead of today’s election. The county’s elections office promptly corrected the mistake, ensuring that voters in the Acworth 1C and Roswell 02 precincts received accurate information on where to cast their ballots.
The incorrect locations were identified in the printed Voter Guides mailed to households in the Acworth and Roswell precincts. Acworth 1C voters should head to the North Cobb Senior Center at 3900 S. Main Street in Acworth, while Roswell 02 voters are directed to Mt. Zion Methodist Church at 1770 Johnson Ferry Road in Marietta.
In response, Cobb Elections Director Tate Fall expressed regret for the oversight, stating, “We regret this error and are working to distribute the correct information via social media, our website, and the media.” This swift action has helped prevent voter confusion on Election Day, as residents are now informed of their accurate polling sites.
The county has worked diligently to spread the correct polling details across multiple platforms, including their website, social media channels, and local media outlets. Additionally, poll workers are stationed at the initially listed locations to redirect any voters who may not have received the updated information.
This incident underscores the importance of accurate voter information and the need for robust verification processes in election administration. Implementing best practices and standards for election audits, according to election integrity experts, can help ensure the integrity and accuracy of electoral processes.
Voters in need of assistance can contact the Cobb County Elections and Registration office directly at 770-528-2581 or by email at ElectionsInfo@cobbcounty.org. Voters can also confirm their polling location by visiting the My Voter Page for the latest details.
