Lake County Board of Elections and Registration: Behind the Ballot Community Open House

When:
March 14, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Link:
https://tinyurl.com/LCBEROpenHouse

Overview

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The Lake County Board of Elections and Registration is thrilled to announce they are hosting their first public
“Behind the Ballot” open house on Saturday, March 14 from 10am to 2pm. This free behind the scenes look
at LCBER operations will:

  • Educate the community about their voting rights and processes.
  • Connect voters and candidates to all the resources at their disposal to vote and run for office.
  • Offer ways for community members to actively support voting and elections in Lake County.

EVENT INFO

Saturday, March 14th 10am-2pm
Lake County Government Center
Main Auditorium
2293 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN  46307

Enter and park by door S2

EVENT SCHEDULE

10am-12pm: Are You Ready to Vote, Lake County?

In this informative presentation, LCBER Director Michelle Fajman and Assistant Director Jessica Messler will explain:

  • Voter registration drives
  • Steps to voting
  • New laws
  • Common pitfalls
  • Is my ballot safe?
  • LCBER voter and candidate services

12-2pm: Information Fair Opens

Enjoy some light refreshments while you learn more about LCBER services, get live assistance, and just have some fun learning about how elections and voter registration works. Stations include:

  • Ballot machines
    Practice voting on our current machines or check out the machines your grandma may have used!
  • Voter Chutes and Ladders
    Want to know what happens if you forget to sign your application? Learn that and more in our new interactive game.
  • Get involved: Poll workers and volunteers
    Want to help with elections and get PAID up to $175? Come learn about our poll worker positions, our student poll worker program, and our volunteer options. Our staff can help with questions or even with completing any forms on site!
  • Absentee Ballots
    Not able to vote in person? Discover if you qualify for a mailed absentee ballot, get help filling out the application, and learn all the deadlines for getting and returning your ballot.
  • Travel Board (In-home live voting)
    Did you know that, for some people with qualified challenges, the polls can come to you or your facility? Learn more about this important program that extends live voting access to those with mobility issues or other impairments to confined voters. Staff will be on hand to answer questions, offer application assistance, and discuss ways to offer this service at qualified facilities.
  • Register to Vote
    There's still time before the primary on May 6. Stop here to register, check your registration status, make any necessary changes, discover your polling location, and more.
  • Voter Outreach
    The LCBER is grateful to every community member and organization that help spread awareness of voting rights, services, and more throughout Lake County. Stop by to get an in-person thank you and request the materials you need.
  • Community Groups
    Explore some of the many local organizations committed to supporting Lake County voting rights and education. 

RSVP ENCOURAGED!